The knife - a staple in every household and long considered one of mankind's most important tools. Despite our long history, in today's fast-paced world many no longer know how to recognise a good knife or the characteristics which define one. This book details the differences between types of knives, the characteristics a capable knife must have, the different locking systems for folding knives, and more! A must-have reference for anyone who uses their knife on a daily basis.
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Discover the exciting world of mankind's most important tool, the knife .
Learn what makes a good knife, how to handle it, and how to care for and sharpen it .
Includes how different locking systems for folding knives work and how to properly sharpen a knife
210 colour and 31 b/w images
By:
Oliver Lang Imprint: Schiffer Publishing Ltd Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 254mm,
Width: 203mm,
Weight: 966g ISBN:9780764357398 ISBN 10: 0764357395 Pages: 216 Publication Date:01 August 2019 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Unspecified