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A glossary detailing specialist terminology for describing the construction and classification of knives.

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Although similar to jimping, filework denotes a more decorative and, in some cases, less practical nature. Filework is the application of grooves or serrations in pattern accross areas of the knife. ...

Domain: Engineering; Category: Mechanical engineering

The flat grind, as explained partially under FFG, is the mid-point between the convex and hollow grinds, the bevel's cross section being a straight line from the flat of the blade to the cutting ...

Domain: Engineering; Category: Mechanical engineering

A flip knife is a type of folding knife, designed to be flipped or flicked into its usable position. Most flip knives have either a thumb-stud or an extended finger guard that acts as a lever, ...

Domain: Engineering; Category: Mechanical engineering

Folding is the designation to all, non-automatic, folding knives. From a basic swiss knife to a high end custom folding knife, any knife with a blade that folds into the handle can be designated a ...

Domain: Engineering; Category: Mechanical engineering

The term used to describe a style of knife construction where the full flat of the blade tapers into the cutting edge, or secondary bevel, with a flat grind. This gives the advantages of a lighter ...

Domain: Engineering; Category: Mechanical engineering

A fuller is a groove or channel applied to a knife blade to decrease weight and increase strength. Fullers may be ground from or pressed into the blade, however only pressing increases rigidity. This ...

Domain: Engineering; Category: Mechanical engineering

Either cut from the original knife billet, or formed from a robust flange of metal fitted at the top of the tang, the guard is a defenseive addition to a knife. The guard gives the operator of the ...

Domain: Engineering; Category: Mechanical engineering

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