"Ethics is a major branch of philosophy, encompassing right conduct and good life. It is significantly broader than the common conception of analyzing right and wrong. A central aspect of ethics is "the good life," the life worth living or life that is satisfying, which is held by many philosophers to be more important than moral conduct." (Wikipedia)

• I agree that my membership in the National Knife Collectors Association, Inc. (NKCA) shall be contingent upon the NKCA's acceptance of my membership application, receipt of payment of all applicable dues, and my agreement to abide by the NKCA's Ethics and Bylaws.

• As a Member, I will make every endeavor to ensure that I conduct my business affairs in a professional manner and avoid behavior that could bring myself, the NKCA or its members into a disrepute. I shall conduct myself and my business affairs on sound, ethical principals, making every endeavor to conduct all sales, trades and other related transactions fairly and honestly.

• I agree to abide by all Federal, State and Local Laws and regulations related to the purchase, sale, trade or other related transactions concerned with the securing or disposing of all cutlery or cutlery related material.

• I agree that it is the sole responsibility of each member to accurately describe knives for sale, trade or other related transactions without providing any misleading or false information.

• I agree that if my customer expresses dissatisfaction with a transaction, it is good business to give the customer a full refund. Any member accused of fraudulent practices or ignoring legitimate customer complaints will subject their membership to a review.

• I agree that some cutlery purchased from unknown sellers or on the Internet may not be as described and I agree not to resale or trade any knives which may not be authentic.

• Dealers & Collectors should always be courteous and polite in their dealings with one another...Remember the "Golden Rule," Do unto others as you would have done unto yourself.

• When at a knife show, ask permission from the dealer before picking up and handling their knife.

• Handle all knives with care, many of these items are extremely valuable.

• Always carry a chamois or soft cloth to knife shows.  Be sure and wipe off the blades, handle & bolster of each knife you touch.  On carbon steel blades, fingerprints could be everlasting!

• Ask the dealer's opinions about the knife in a kind & courteous manner.

• Do not overly agree or disagree, use good judgment.

• Most importantly, remember, we are a MEMBERSHIP based organization with our main goal being to promote the hobby of knife collecting.

This page sponsored by Queen Cutlery Co.

Robert Breton - President

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