OZ members. Can you receive knives in the post from overseas?

Chris Evans · 16th August 2008, 01:14 PM

Hi Gene,

Yes and no. I have been importing navajas and sundry folding knives, some quite large, for years and never had a problem, though a couple of times was forced to pay GST and customs clearance expenses.

I suppose in the end, it comes down to how the customs see the import in relation to federal and state legislation. If they think that it is a prohibited item, then get ready for lots of arguments. In general, double edged, automatics and balisongs attract immediate confiscations unless the importer has a prohibited weapons licence.

If it comes to an argument, it is better to be affiliated with a recognized club such as the Australian Knife Collectors Association.

Cheers
Chris

16th August 2008, 01:14 PM	#2
Chris Evans Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Australia Posts: 685	Hi Gene, Yes and no. I have been importing navajas and sundry folding knives, some quite large, for years and never had a problem, though a couple of times was forced to pay GST and customs clearance expenses. I suppose in the end, it comes down to how the customs see the import in relation to federal and state legislation. If they think that it is a prohibited item, then get ready for lots of arguments. In general, double edged, automatics and balisongs attract immediate confiscations unless the importer has a prohibited weapons licence. If it comes to an argument, it is better to be affiliated with a recognized club such as the Australian Knife Collectors Association. Cheers Chris