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How sharp knives are made
Learn how knives are made.
Video: Contunico © ZDF Studios GmbH, Mainz
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table knives
Table knives.
David R. Ingham
Damascus steel
Knife blade made of Damascus steel.
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table knives
Table knives with pistol-shaped handles, England, 18th century.
Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Gift of Mary Henle, Photo ©President and Fellows of Harvard College, 1989.47.1-10
Handyman Swiss Army knife, from Wenger N.A.
Wenger N.A./The Genuine Swiss Army Knife (TM)
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