The Anatomy Of A Knife - Work Sharp KNIFE & TOOL SHARPENER User Manual

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The Anatomy
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of a Knife
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A. Point .....................The very end of the knife, which is used for
B. Tip..........................The rst third of the blade (approximately),
C. Edge .....................The cutting surface of the knife, which
D. Heel ......................The rear part of the blade, used for cutting
E. Spine ....................The top, thicker portion of the blade, which
F. Bolster ..................The thick metal portion joining the handle
G. Finger Guard
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Blade
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piercing
which is used for small or delicate work
extends from the point to the heel
activities that require more force
adds weight and strength
and the blade, which adds weight and
balance and keeps the user's hand from
slipping
.....The portion of the bolster that keeps the
user's hand from slipping onto the blade
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Handle
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