Better Bushcraft is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding the sale and shipment of automatic knives, switchblades, and out-the-front (OTF) knives. Due to varying regulations across the United States, certain products may not be available for shipment to all locations.
By purchasing an automatic knife, switchblade, or OTF knife from Better Bushcraft, you agree to the terms below.
Shipping Restriction Matrix
GREEN STATES – Standard Shipment Allowed
Orders may be shipped without additional review to the following states:
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- Colorado
- Florida
- Georgia
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Local laws may vary. Customers remain responsible for compliance with all laws in their jurisdiction.
YELLOW STATES – Manual Review Required
Orders shipping to the following locations may require review prior to shipment:
- California
- Connecticut
- Hawaii
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Virginia
- Washington D.C.
Orders may be canceled if Better Bushcraft determines shipment could violate applicable law.
RED STATES – Shipment Prohibited
Better Bushcraft does not ship automatic knives, switchblades, or OTF knives to:
- Delaware
- Minnesota
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Rhode Island
Orders placed with restricted shipping addresses will be canceled and refunded.
Buyer Certification
By purchasing an automatic knife from Better Bushcraft, you certify that:
- You are at least 18 years of age.
- You are legally permitted to purchase, possess, and receive the product in your jurisdiction.
- You are not prohibited by federal, state, or local law from possessing the product.
- You understand and accept responsibility for knowing and complying with all applicable laws.
- You will not use the product for any unlawful purpose.
Federal Compliance Notice
Automatic knives are regulated under various federal and state laws. Better Bushcraft reserves the right to refuse, cancel, or restrict any order at its sole discretion if legal compliance cannot be verified.
Shipping Carrier Policy
Automatic knives and OTF knives may be shipped only through approved carriers.
Better Bushcraft reserves the right to:
- Change shipping methods
- Require adult signature confirmation
- Cancel orders that present compliance concerns
- Refuse shipment to any address deemed high risk
Returns Policy
Automatic knives and OTF knives may only be returned in:
- New condition
- Unused condition
- Original packaging
Returned products showing signs of use, modification, sharpening, damage, or missing components may be denied.
Limitation of Liability
Better Bushcraft makes no representation regarding the legality of any product in the purchaser's jurisdiction.
The purchaser assumes all responsibility for:
- Ownership
- Possession
- Transportation
- Carry
- Use
- Storage
of any automatic knife purchased from Better Bushcraft.