We are a diverse group of people that have come together based on a common factor -- an interest in various forms of knives and cutlery.

The American Bladesmith Society was formed primarily to encourage and promote activities involving the art and science of forging metal, particularly tools, weapons, and art forms.

One of the best kept secerets in the knife world today is the

Founded in 1973, the

The Society meets once a month at locations around Southern California. The meetings provide a forum for the trading of labels and information about the hobby. Member-dealers who sell labels are usually present at meetings.

The Rushlight Club, founded in 1932 for the study and preservation of LIGHTING, is one of the oldest organizations dedicated to a single aspect of material culture.

The National Association of Aladdin Lamp Collectors, Inc. (NAALC) is a non-profit Indiana Corporation dedicated to the collection and preservation of antique lamps.

The Magic Lantern Society of the US and Canada is a group that collects, preserves and shares information on the many devices that were used to entertain and educate audiences before the begining of cinema.

Membership in RMS is open to all matchcover and matchbox collectors who are interested in increasing their knowledge of our hobby and developing trading friendships.

he purpose of the American Medallic Sculpture Association (AMSA) is to encourage the creation and study of medallic sculpture in North America.