Is Benchmade Knife Company Anti-Gun?

This episode of Gun Talk Radio features a discussion on the controversy surrounding Benchmade Knives' involvement in destroying firearms for the Oregon City Police Department and their political donations. It also delves into the complex and restrictive gun control legislation being proposed in Oregon, with insights from the Oregon Firearms Federation. The conversation highlights the disconnect between legislative actions and the needs of gun owners.

This video discusses the controversy surrounding Benchmade's involvement in destroying firearms for the Oregon City Police Department and their subsequent political donations. The speaker argues that destroying firearms is a poor policy and questions Benchmade's commitment to Second Amendment rights based on their donation patterns. The video contrasts Benchmade's 100% Democrat donations with Surefire's more balanced approach.

This video criticizes Benchmade Knife Co. for their perceived anti-gun stance, specifically their cooperation with Oregon City Police to destroy firearms and their donations to anti-gun political candidates. The content creator expresses strong disapproval, framing Benchmade's actions as a "suicide by cop" within the firearms community and highlighting the resulting negative backlash from consumers.

This video from TheGunCollective critically examines Benchmade Knife Company's involvement in a public relations disaster. The controversy arose when the Oregon City Police thanked Benchmade for assisting in the destruction of firearms. The video explores the public backlash, Benchmade's response, competitor reactions, and Benchmade's political donation history, suggesting a disconnect with the firearm-owning community. The host, John Patton, an experienced voice in firearms media, provides an authoritative analysis of the situation.

This video features a discussion between Tom Gresham and Matt Elliott of Benchmade concerning the destruction of firearms, Benchmade's political donations to Democrats, and their stance on the Interstate Transport Act (ITA). The conversation delves into the controversy surrounding the gun destruction event and addresses questions about Benchmade's loyalty to Second Amendment rights. The ITA's implications for gun and knife owners are also explored, along with Benchmade's choice of a left-leaning lobbying firm. The discussion stems from public outcry following a social media post by the Oregon City Police Department.

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