Curious about the design

[zerozappa]

Why is there a gap between the handle and the blade on most of the models? (This is the part where - when going from tip to handle - the sharp part of the blade ends, kind of indents for a fraction of an inch to an inch, and then runs into the handle).

I'm sure there's a reason for it...is it for safety maybe? utility? Maybe because it's difficult to sharpen anyways? But wouldn't it be better to simply have more blade with the blade running into the handle?

-ZZ

 

[sevenedges]

A it would look like pooh. It looks better with the cutout.

B you can use it for precise work by putting your index finger in the cutout.

 

[Nakano 2]

C If one had to go in deep to pry with, then the full thickness of that ricasso area may be a plus.

L8r,
Nakano

 

[Mick Strider]

That thing is called a Choil. Isn't that an ugly word. It's very practical.

D. It serves as a run off point of your cutting edge. Ever notice on old knives the belly is worn down by years of sharpening? If they had used a choil, they would have retained their proper blade geometry significantly longer.


See ya

SK