billzfx4 Posted August 2, 2017 at 06:33 PM Share Posted August 2, 2017 at 06:33 PM Anticipation is half the fun.Kinda like having your CCL go Active, and then stalking the mailman for the next week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tod Posted August 2, 2017 at 09:38 PM Share Posted August 2, 2017 at 09:38 PM Wonder how long it will take the online out-of-state knife websites to get the message that it's ok to send switchblades to Illinois after the bill goes into law. Or to see a display of switchblades at my local sporting goods store. And will we be required to take the proverbial Wally World walk with a switchblade knife in our pocket or strapped to our leg? The excitement builds..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanook Posted August 2, 2017 at 10:11 PM Share Posted August 2, 2017 at 10:11 PM (edited) I have a couple I'd like to buy, but I'm waiting for the law to go into effect. It would be just my luck that I buy a knife and he pulls a veto out of thin air. Then I would be out the money, and have an illegal item all of a sudden. I can wait. Also, imagine the confusion in other states when we have to send them a FOID copy to buy a knife. Edited August 2, 2017 at 10:12 PM by Nanook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InterestedBystander Posted August 2, 2017 at 10:30 PM Share Posted August 2, 2017 at 10:30 PM Also, imagine the confusion in other states when we have to send them a FOID copy to buy a knife. I suppose it will be up to different company policies, but I dont expect a lot of companies to do that and rather, if they even do anything, having the buyer attest that they are aware of their local / state laws and it is legal for them to purchase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoadyRunner Posted August 2, 2017 at 10:33 PM Share Posted August 2, 2017 at 10:33 PM Can you buy a switchblade across state lines? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawman Posted August 2, 2017 at 11:54 PM Share Posted August 2, 2017 at 11:54 PM Can you buy a switchblade across state lines? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Yes but they cannot send them through the US mail. They have to ship via common carrier, i.e., UPS, Fed Ex, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyDuty Posted August 3, 2017 at 12:58 AM Share Posted August 3, 2017 at 12:58 AM Can you buy a switchblade across state lines? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Yes but they cannot send them through the US mail. They have to ship via common carrier, i.e., UPS, Fed Ex, etc.Not to my "friend's" experience... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InterestedBystander Posted August 3, 2017 at 01:19 AM Share Posted August 3, 2017 at 01:19 AM I suspect a lot of the laws on these, both at the Federal and state level, come from too many people elected to office watching West Side Story 50+ years ago... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tod Posted August 3, 2017 at 12:45 PM Share Posted August 3, 2017 at 12:45 PM FROM THE AMERICAN KNIFE INSTITUTE: The only United States law regarding auto-open (automatic) knives is referred to as the Federal Switchblade Act. The act regulates the manufacture and introducing of switchblades into interstate (crossing state lines) commerce. It has NO application to individual consumers, or most merchants who sell knives. It has NO application to laws WITHIN a state.The legislation (Public Law 85-623) was passed August 12, 1958 and incorporated into law in two sections. The first section prohibits importation and interstate commerce of switchblades or gravity knives and the second section prohibits automatics from being mailed through the U.S. Postal Service (with some exceptions – See U.S. Title 18 below).There is no federal restriction on ownership, possession or carrying of a switchblade knife. There are some states that have enacted laws regarding switchblades (see State Laws Regarding Auto-Open Knives). The majority of states allow auto-open knives.There is no Federal restriction on the sale of auto-open knives within the 50 states. There are some state laws with restrictions regarding selling switchblades (see State Laws Regarding Auto-Open Knives).There are no Federal restrictions on other carriers such as UPS or FedEx regarding automatic knives. The Federal Switchblade Act only prohibits sending automatics through the U.S. Postal Service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plinkermostly Posted August 3, 2017 at 12:57 PM Share Posted August 3, 2017 at 12:57 PM That is my understanding as well. IANAL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talonap Posted August 3, 2017 at 01:10 PM Share Posted August 3, 2017 at 01:10 PM Wonder how long it will take the online out-of-state knife websites to get the message that it's ok to send switchblades to Illinois after the bill goes into law. Or to see a display of switchblades at my local sporting goods store. And will we be required to take the proverbial Wally World walk with a switchblade knife in our pocket or strapped to our leg? The excitement builds..... About the same amount of time it's taking On-line ammo dealers to get the message that it's OK to send ammo to IL, Cook County, AND Chicago. How long has it been now? They STILL haven't gotten the message. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyDuty Posted August 3, 2017 at 01:30 PM Share Posted August 3, 2017 at 01:30 PM FROM THE AMERICAN KNIFE INSTITUTE: The only United States law regarding auto-open (automatic) knives is referred to as the Federal Switchblade Act. The act regulates the manufacture and introducing of switchblades into interstate (crossing state lines) commerce. It has NO application to individual consumers, or most merchants who sell knives. It has NO application to laws WITHIN a state.The legislation (Public Law 85-623) was passed August 12, 1958 and incorporated into law in two sections. The first section prohibits importation and interstate commerce of switchblades or gravity knives and the second section prohibits automatics from being mailed through the U.S. Postal Service (with some exceptions – See U.S. Title 18 below). There is no federal restriction on ownership, possession or carrying of a switchblade knife. There are some states that have enacted laws regarding switchblades (see State Laws Regarding Auto-Open Knives). The majority of states allow auto-open knives.There is no Federal restriction on the sale of auto-open knives within the 50 states. There are some state laws with restrictions regarding selling switchblades (see State Laws Regarding Auto-Open Knives).There are no Federal restrictions on other carriers such as UPS or FedEx regarding automatic knives. The Federal Switchblade Act only prohibits sending automatics through the U.S. Postal Service.I suspect this is why my friend's AO came USPS - it was an Illinois dealer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billzfx4 Posted August 3, 2017 at 05:56 PM Share Posted August 3, 2017 at 05:56 PM There must be some sort of exception? My friend's came from Utah via USPS signature required. One would think that a rather big on-line retailer would be familiar with and stay within the laws, as their livelihood could be on the line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plinkermostly Posted August 7, 2017 at 11:44 AM Share Posted August 7, 2017 at 11:44 AM IF (he could veto it, right?) he signed the bill, I could get past 500 posts I bet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmyers Posted August 7, 2017 at 12:24 PM Share Posted August 7, 2017 at 12:24 PM What is the date it goes into effect providing no signature? August 15th or 16th? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanook Posted August 7, 2017 at 03:00 PM Share Posted August 7, 2017 at 03:00 PM If it's 60 days, that would be the 15th if my math is correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InterestedBystander Posted August 7, 2017 at 05:05 PM Share Posted August 7, 2017 at 05:05 PM (edited) Not sure if the day sent counts as day 1. And does the bill get enacted on day 60 or day 61? Regardless it should be within a day or 2 of the 15th. Ill be keeping an eye on the bill status then. Edited August 7, 2017 at 05:09 PM by InterestedBystander Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cola490 Posted August 7, 2017 at 06:20 PM Share Posted August 7, 2017 at 06:20 PM Whatever day the bill is enacted, what are the odds that the online retailers will ship to Illinois? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InterestedBystander Posted August 7, 2017 at 06:27 PM Share Posted August 7, 2017 at 06:27 PM (edited) Whatever day the bill is enacted, what are the odds that the online retailers will ship to Illinois?I think they are pretty good. edit:without going into detail, I hear it's already possible and I guess I think the knife sellers will be receptive after pointing them to the public act once enacted if they are not aware. They havent had years of bad Chicago press or lawsuit threats by city or AG. Although the FOID part...they may not care, may not want to deal with or just require signature you are aware of laws and in compliance. Edited August 7, 2017 at 06:43 PM by InterestedBystander Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cola490 Posted August 7, 2017 at 06:35 PM Share Posted August 7, 2017 at 06:35 PM (edited) Whatever day the bill is enacted, what are the odds that the online retailers will ship to Illinois?I think they are pretty good.👍 Edited August 7, 2017 at 06:37 PM by cola490 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tod Posted August 8, 2017 at 12:57 PM Share Posted August 8, 2017 at 12:57 PM Man, I'm sooooooo ready to "press the button" .... on both an automatic knife and a website purchase. It's been a long time coming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnbill Posted August 8, 2017 at 06:38 PM Share Posted August 8, 2017 at 06:38 PM Buy now from Illinois company; don't worry about Federal laws shipping across state lines. AIK Adams International Knifeworkshttp://www.adamsknifeworks.com/store/index.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChicagoRonin70 Posted August 8, 2017 at 07:17 PM Share Posted August 8, 2017 at 07:17 PM Buy now from Illinois company; don't worry about Federal laws shipping across state lines. AIK Adams International Knifeworkshttp://www.adamsknifeworks.com/store/index.php This is the third time in as many days that I have heard mention of this company, with the previous two being high endorsements of AIK as a edged weapon supplier. I have them bookmarked in my resources file for such things now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawman Posted August 9, 2017 at 12:38 AM Share Posted August 9, 2017 at 12:38 AM Buy now from Illinois company; don't worry about Federal laws shipping across state lines. AIK Adams International Knifeworkshttp://www.adamsknifeworks.com/store/index.php Fact is, they are still illegal to possess in Illinois for another 8 days or so. I have already checked out their site a month ago when I first heard of them though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03rev Posted August 9, 2017 at 01:19 AM Share Posted August 9, 2017 at 01:19 AM Buy now from Illinois company; don't worry about Federal laws shipping across state lines. AIK Adams International Knifeworkshttp://www.adamsknifeworks.com/store/index.php Will they ship to an IL address right now, or should i wait unitl the 15th to order? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lawman Posted August 9, 2017 at 02:23 AM Share Posted August 9, 2017 at 02:23 AM I don't know if they will ship to an Illinois address, but be aware that they are still illegal to possess as of right now. I personally have acquired two recently, shipped to a Wisconsin address. They will remain in Wisconsin until legal to possess in Illinois. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnbill Posted August 9, 2017 at 12:21 PM Share Posted August 9, 2017 at 12:21 PM Buy now from Illinois company; don't worry about Federal laws shipping across state lines. AIK Adams International Knifeworkshttp://www.adamsknifeworks.com/store/index.php Will they ship to an IL address right now, or should i wait unitl the 15th to order? They will ship to an Illinois address now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Fife Posted August 9, 2017 at 01:06 PM Share Posted August 9, 2017 at 01:06 PM Even if you are caught in possession, it will be legal by the time you get to court. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FieldGL Posted August 9, 2017 at 01:39 PM Share Posted August 9, 2017 at 01:39 PM I'm pretty much a noob when it comes to knives, more so automatic knives. Can someone recommend one for around $50-$60? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glock23 Posted August 9, 2017 at 03:09 PM Share Posted August 9, 2017 at 03:09 PM I'm pretty much a noob when it comes to knives, more so automatic knives. Can someone recommend one for around $50-$60? Not sure about that price range, but for slightly more you could get the Kershaw Launch 4 mini... I think it's around $80. I plan on grabbing one of those, as well as the launch 6. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N920A using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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