Work Sharp KNIFE & TOOL SHARPENER - Knife Anatomy Explained

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