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Knives were one of the first kinds of tools developed by early humans and although they are most often thought weapons still in use as tools. Consult this guide for the tool most commonly used knives.

Retractable blade knife

It is tool use usually designed to cut materials such as plaster, cardboard boxes and plastic laminates. The blade retracts in the body of the knife for an operation and safe storage.

Some models have up to 3 different positions for different blades depths of cut. High-end models have rubber grips and ergonomic design for better grip.

The handle generally unscrews or open tour to allow blade changes. Many models have extra storage in the form to handle and some models have spring blades which retract automatically when you release the knife.

Fixed Blade

The blade of the knife blocks between the two halves of the knife better stability than retractable models. The handle generally unscrews or rotate open to allow the change sheet. As retractable knives, the higher end models have rubber grips and an ergonomic design for better grip. Unlike retractable knives, accept these knives or more special purpose blades that can retract into the handle.

Snap Knife

Sections break the road (usually between 8 and 13 per sheet), without opening the tool to change blades. Typically used for cutting light and medium term enterprises, materials resistance such as wallpaper, rubber, vinyl or leather material with adhesive that will stick to the blade and prevent precision.

Carpet Knife

Carpet Knives are designed for cutting and cutting carpet and other flooring. His Angular design provides easy access to hard to reach places. Many models feature retractable blades and blade storage in handle.

Precision Knife

That size of a pencil used for precision cutting of lightweight materials such as paper or cardboard. Also known as an X-Acto knife ®. Is equipped with ultra-sharp surgical steel blades and leaves are available in a variety of sizes and triangle and curved shapes. These knives contain a high plateau maintain and secure the blades. Some models feature blade storage in handle.

Kitchen knives

Kitchen knives available in most shapes and sizes and are designed for specific tasks. Select the knife you need depends on your culinary expertise, style of cuisine you prefer and how much you want to spend money. Here is a list common types of knives and the basic objective of their design:

Boning knife: He has a 4-5 "fact sheet is a knife flexible to separate meat from bones. This knife is more effective for this purpose as a rigid knife

Bread knife: With a sheet of 9 "have these knives edged, scalloped leaves "bite" bread without crushing the bread.

Chef's Knife: Sporting 4-12 "leaf cutters are those a variety of purposes, but are particularly suitable for cutting and dicing. When you buy a kitchen knife, you must select a length sheet that is comfortable for you.

Cleaver: With 6 high "blade chops through bones and joints. You can even use the flat blade to crush peppercorns and other spices.

Fish fillet: It has a 7 "blade. This long, thin blade has great flexibility and is suitable for threading fish. It is a superior tool.

Ham Cutter: With a 10 "blade has been specifically designed for cutting through The unique texture of a ham.

Oriental Cleaver: It has a 7 "and the leaf is called a" knife ", but in reality is a helicopter and fine cut vegetables, herbs, meats and fruits. Should not be used for cutting bone.

Knife: It has a 3 ½ -4 "Blade and The most used knife in the kitchen. It is mainly used against the tasks whose mastery is essential. Variations of this knife is Peak of bird is designed for peeling round fruits and vegetables.

Salmon knife: A 12 "blade. This long, thin and exceptionally flexible blade is designed to cut the smoked salmon.

Slicer / Carver: a 8-10 "blade used for cutting very thin slices of meat, fruits and vegetables. Clippings strong peak around bones or pieces of melon.

Steak Knife: With 5 "Blade This knife sharp through reductions in thickness steaks and chops. 'S intended to be a part of any implementation

Tomato / Bagel Knife: The knife has a serrated 5 "blade and is ideal for cutting something that is soft inside and tough exterior, like a tomato or a bagel!

Knife: With 6 "Blade is a cross between a kitchen knife and a chef. This knife All Purpose is designed for a variety of daily tasks

There you have. These are the knives most common use as tools in our daily life.

Tom Knapp writes for Safecutters, Inc., distributor of the Klever Kutter and Klever Koncept, two of the safest utility knives available. Klever Kutter virtually eliminates the risk of workplace injuries, while the permanently shielded blade protects packaged products. It has been approved by the Department of Homeland Security for safe air transport. For more information about Klever Kutter and other Safecutters products, visit SafeCutters.