Benchmade Knives

[Trial153]

I worked in a steel mill that used to melt guns and drugs for the police department. Most were compete junk, used in murders, or had serial numbers removed. These are not guns you want back into the public for paperwork purposes. You can't easily reserial number a gun. In our case we had no choice but to toss them in the furnace.

Shame on you. Repent.

 

[Okhotnik]

That does happen


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I had five firearms stolen from home . I had all records filed a police report. They recovered them and after the multi convicted scum bag meth addict confessed and pled out. They destroyed my firearms. 2 were family heirlooms

Amazing the number of hunters on here that support this

“The fundamental transformation of America “

 

[jmcd22]

I’m not outraged and don’t expect everyone to boycott Benchmade. I’m really not even upset that they destroyed firearms for a PD, it’s actually nice to see a company helping out the PD, especially if the donated their time and equipment. I understand why the guns were destroyed. In many cases a judge orders them destroyed when they were evidence in a crime. The PD unfortunately has to worry about liability and bad PR if they sold firearms that were then used in the commission of a crime. Heads would roll if that happened and the media would be relentless.

My issue is supporting anti second amendment democrats. In my opinion that party has gone off the rails far left and literally embraces socialism. Yes, I also have a problem with the anti public land republicans.

Benchmade manufactures “gear”, which is why I posted the article. When making a gear purchase decision, not supporting a company that actively participates in a movement I strongly disagree with is important.


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I agree with what your issue is and I feel the exact same way you do. I appreciate that you posted this as I personally do not want to give my hard earned money to a company or person that supports a cause that directly opposes my viewpoints or hobbies and that is exactly what these lefties are about.

 

[cmahoney]

I had five firearms stolen from home . I had all records filed a police report. They recovered them and after the multi convicted scum bag meth addict confessed and pled out. They destroyed my firearms. 2 were family heirlooms

Amazing the number of hunters on here that support this

“The fundamental transformation of America “

If your talking about me I don’t support that. If they were your stolen guns you should have got them back. I’ll give you an example.

A nice colt mustang that a convicted felony gang participant was found in possession of was destroyed, unfortunately. The ATF trace led to an out of business gun store in Reno, the person who originally purchased the gun on the 80’s was deceased and it was not reported stolen. That gun was destroyed . I personally think the guns should be salvaged for good use and definitely returned to the owners. The Hi-point 9mm handguns with removed serial numbers are the norm though.


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[Justin Crossley]

Just a friendly reminder that we don't put up with BS here and will delete posts if we see fit along banning the poster if it continues. So far I've already deleted two posts from this thread and John had to lock the other one.

Thank you to the members who are discussing this like adults.

 

[ODB]

I won’t get too deep in the weeds on this, but giving money to a politician (unless it’s a lot of money), is not the best use of the resource. There are almost always better places/ways to spend your money to get a better return vs. lining the pockets of a bunch of people who don’t really care about you anyway and are trying to merely stay in power. As Eric Hoffer (yes, him again) “There is no striving for glory (or the self-serving office of a politician -ed) without a keen awareness of your audience.” And look how the party of “get money out of politics” just laps it up like dogs... pathetic.

 

[LandYacht]

I had five firearms stolen from home . I had all records filed a police report. They recovered them and after the multi convicted scum bag meth addict confessed and pled out. They destroyed my firearms. 2 were family heirlooms

Amazing the number of hunters on here that support this

“The fundamental transformation of America “

I am sorry for your misfortune. That’s truly a tough pill to swallow.

I look at it from a different perspective in that I sure don’t want any gun back that was used to commit unthinkable crimes. I insure my firearms and if they are stolen then I would be compensated for their market value. Can’t replace heirlooms true, but I can’t honestly say that I value my guns more than the stories that they helped create. Those are memories that will outlast any piece of steel or chunk of wood.

I don’t place a lot of value on material things though, but understand those that do. I don’t think that something stolen from someone should be destroyed instead of being returned.


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[SW hunter]

Destroying seized guns. This makes me sigh. There is zero shortage of firearms in this country. Plenty of manufacturers and retailers. Its not a finite resource. They destroyed seized guns not a Picasso or a Stradivarius. I dont understand how they are so sacred and thou shalt not destroy a firearm. Its not a human life.

 

[Copen1822]

Destroying seized guns. This makes me sigh. There is zero shortage of firearms in this country. Plenty of manufacturers and retailers. Its not a finite resource. They destroyed seized guns not a Picasso or a Stradivarius. I dont understand how they are so sacred and thou shalt not destroy a firearm. Its not a human life.

I understand what you're saying but I don't think people get upset because they think there's a shortage of guns or they think the guns being destroyed are special and want an opportunity to buy them.

The issue I have with it is the reinforcement of the idea that it's the gun that's evil and needs to be destroyed. Destroying firearms has absolutely no impact on reducing crime or "taking guns off the street" it just perpetuates the flawed logic that somehow guns are the problem.

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[Crippledsledge64]

Benchmades ceo came out with a video few hours ago. Thought it might further the discussion or clarify some of their stance. Make of it what you will.

 

[Wrathchild]

All this faux outrage is no better than the opposite side of the spectrum that many get so butt-hurt about. I think I’ll order another Barrage. Can never have too many quality USA made knives.

 

[mtswampfox]

It is sad to see a great company do something this stupid to such a loyal base of consumers,,,wait a minute what about all the Chinese stuff bought at Walmart and Amazon,,,most folks dont think twice about supporting a communist country,,,,just sayin

 

[juan trueno]

Ive already gotten in trouble for failing to approach this thread with appropriate gravity so I’m a little gunshy that this is going to get me banned but nevertheless my idle fascination runs rampant - and I gotta ask if anyone else is wondering if He recorded and edited that very clearly and concisely worded video on VHS?

 

[Kevin Dill]

I'm not questioning anyone here. I totally fail to see how someone's legally owned (and then subsequently stolen) property in the form of a firearm can be recovered and then destroyed by local or state authorities. Wouldn't that be comparable to recovering and then destroying someone's stolen (eg) motorcycle? I'm not sure how the law works in most venues. I do know that generally a person's stolen property is still their property after recovery. It might be used as evidence of course, but it belongs to the owner. I often read about stolen firearms being recovered and returned to the rightful owner...at least where I live.

As far as other firearms involved in crimes, I have little problem disposing of them. A criminal's tools and weapons have no secondary value to me. I'll edit this to add that such disposal should be dispassionate and logically purposeful. Making a show of destroying guns is simply propaganda.

 

[DenverCountryBoy]

I like their products, but not their political contributions, especially the max contribution to antigun Boulder liberal Mark Udall. It will be something I consider next time I am looking for a new knife.

 

[cmahoney]

I like their products, but not their political contributions, especially the max contribution to antigun Boulder liberal Mark Udall. It will be something I consider next time I am looking for a new knife.

That’s my issue and a consideration when purchasing a product. I don’t see how he says Benchmade supports the second amendment then donates money to individuals within and organization that is actively chipping away at it.

Yes, it is impossible to only purchase products that are American made from companies who align with my beliefs. However, something like a Benchmade knife would be a purchase for me that I may only make several times during my lifetime and there are plenty of good choices.

 

[Oregon]

I don’t care one bit they helped the police destroy guns.
But, donating money to help re-elect Sen Wyden and Merkley means I’ll never spend another penny with Benchmade.
Those 2 Senators are very anti-gun.
I’ve made a habit of supporting Oregon companies. There are plenty in this state that cater to the outdoorsman.
Benchmade just got removed from my list.

 

[Grundy53]

I like their products, but not their political contributions, especially the max contribution to antigun Boulder liberal Mark Udall. It will be something I consider next time I am looking for a new knife.

Exactly

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[Grundy53]

I'm not questioning anyone here. I totally fail to see how someone's legally owned (and then subsequently stolen) property in the form of a firearm can be recovered and then destroyed by local or state authorities. Wouldn't that be comparable to recovering and then destroying someone's stolen (eg) motorcycle? I'm not sure how the law works in most venues. I do know that generally a person's stolen property is still their property after recovery. It might be used as evidence of course, but it belongs to the owner. I often read about stolen firearms being recovered and returned to the rightful owner...at least where I live.

As far as other firearms involved in crimes, I have little problem disposing of them. A criminal's tools and weapons have no secondary value to me. I'll edit this to add that such disposal should be dispassionate and logically purposeful. Making a show of destroying guns is simply propaganda.

I had a stolen pistol returned by one of our local police departments. It had been gone for over 5 years. I never thought I would see it again. But a few months ago I got a phone call out of the blue and they said they had my gun and the case had been adjudicated so I could come pick it up. This was in ultra liberal western Washington of all places.

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[Backpack Hunter]

I think I'm most concerned with the anti 2nd Amendment political donations.