Buck Knives announces that the National Rifle Association's Shooting Illustrated's Executive Editor, Jay Grazio, has been tapped as the "Knife Writer of the Year." Along with serving as the Executive Editor of the insightful NRA publication, Grazio also is a host on the popular "I Carry" weekly video series. He covers a wide range of products and issues in the Every Day Carry (EDC) market, including: knives, handguns, optics, flashlights and other gear. His informative product insights guide readers in what to carry and how to use selected gear.

“For the past 11-plus years, Jay Grazio has been an extremely valued member of the Shooting Illustrated team,” notes Ed Friedman, Editor-in-Chief of Shooting Illustrated. “His contributions toward making Shooting Illustrated, ShootingIllustrated.com--and our associated social media properties-- the world's most trusted, followed and widely-read resources for information about armed self-defense, are far too many to list. Grazio's interest and expertise in all-things concealed-carry related extends to knives, where he is our encyclopedia—any time any Shooting Illustrated staffer has a knife question, we ask Jay. There is no one more deserving of this award than Jay Grazio.” The Knife Writer of the Year award was presented during the recent Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) Show in Las Vegas.

“Jay’s commitment to delivering informative and engaging content, backed by expert insight and trusted analysis, is what today’s reader values most,” states CJ Buck, Buck Knives CEO. “Buck Knives is proud to be featured by Jay in many of his “I Carry” articles, and we are proud to honor Jay with this award for his contributions to the industry and the readers of Shooting Sports Illustrated.” The award included a special engraved Buck knife in a display case.

Buck Knives, Inc., is widely recognized as a global leader in the hunting, EDC, adventure tools, pocket knives and cutlery markets. Full details on the manufacturer's more than 200 knives and tools are at www.buckknives.com. Buck Knives’ mission is to create purpose-built knives that perform for generations. The company's knives are backed by the industry leading Forever Warranty.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION: The National Rifle Association was founded in 1871 and is America’s longest-standing civil rights organization. The NRA is widely recognized as a leader in firearms training, education–including the training of law enforcement officers–and marksmanship. Its more than five million members are proud defenders of history’s patriots and diligent protectors of the Second Amendment.

ABOUT BUCK KNIVES: For nearly 125 years, Buck Knives has been handcrafting the finest quality knives and tools using the highest-quality materials and state-of-the-art processes, like the exclusive Bos heat treatment for blades. With more than 200 knife models available, Buck knives are built to perform at the highest level and last for generations. Located in Post Falls, Idaho, and employing more than 320 people, Buck Knives is proud to make knives in America and stand behind those with the company’s exclusive Forever Warranty. Visit www.buckknives.com or call 800-735-2825 for additional details.

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