{"id":8259,"date":"2024-06-05T08:39:11","date_gmt":"2024-06-05T06:39:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.arcos.com\/partes-de-un-cuchillo-y-sus-funciones\/"},"modified":"2025-07-01T10:03:30","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T08:03:30","slug":"parts-of-a-knife-and-their-functions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.arcos.com\/en\/parts-of-a-knife-and-their-functions\/","title":{"rendered":"Parts of a knife and their functions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _dynamic_attributes=&#8221;background_image&#8221; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_enable_color=&#8221;off&#8221; use_background_color_gradient=&#8221;on&#8221; background_color_gradient_direction=&#8221;1deg&#8221; background_color_gradient_stops=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.89) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.35) 30%|rgba(0,0,0,0.2) 100%&#8221; background_image=&#8221;@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9mZWF0dXJlZF9pbWFnZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7fX0=@&#8221; 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There are so many tasks that can be done with these tools and there is a different model for each use that we give them.<\/p>\n<p>Although there is a wide range of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arcos.com\/en_OC\/knives\"><u>knives<\/u><\/a> available according to the use, the <strong>parts of a knife<\/strong> and the <strong>functions<\/strong> of each of these parts are usually the same in each of them.<\/p>\n<p>Discover what the different parts of the knife are and what each of them <strong>is<\/strong> <strong>used<\/strong> for and find about one of your best allies in the kitchen when it comes to cooking your favourite dishes in much more detail.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Roboto||||||||&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;center&#8221; min_height=&#8221;39px&#8221; header_2_font_size_tablet=&#8221;&#8221; header_2_font_size_phone=&#8221;23px&#8221; header_2_font_size_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Parts_of_a_knife_and_their_functions\"><\/span>Parts of a knife and their functions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; divider_weight=&#8221;2px&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100px&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; text_font=&#8221;Roboto|300|||||||&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|130px||130px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;|80px||80px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|0px||0px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>In such a leading sector as that of the world of cutlery, <strong>knowing about the parts of a knife<\/strong> and the <strong>functions<\/strong> of each of them will help you appreciate the <strong>versatility<\/strong> of this tool that has such a major role in the kitchen even more.<\/p>\n<p>Are you ready to put your apron on and start <strong>exploring all and each of the parts of a knife<\/strong>? We are going to tell you all about them!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/blog.arcos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/partes-cuchillo.jpg&#8221; title_text=&#8221;partes cuchillo&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|130px||130px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;|80px||80px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|0px||0px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|tablet&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; module_class=&#8221;fila-paso&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|130px|35px|130px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;|80px||80px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|0px||0px|false|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||0px|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 5%;\"><span class=\"numero-paso\">1<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 95%;\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip\"><\/span>Tip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We are certain that the tip is the part of this super utensil that stands out the most.<\/p>\n<p>It is the pointed sharp end, by and large, which is located on the side opposite the handle.<\/p>\n<p>It goes without saying that it is the most delicate part of the knife and it is the sharpest and narrowest part of the blade.<\/p>\n<p>In short, the tip of the knife is the part that we use for cutting.<\/p>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; module_class=&#8221;fila-paso&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|130px|35px|130px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;|80px||80px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|0px||0px|false|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 5%;\"><span class=\"numero-paso\">2<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 95%;\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Blade\"><\/span>Blade<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>When we talk about the blade of a knife, we are referring to the main body of this utensil that cuts.<span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>In general, stainless steel is the most common material used to make knife blades.<\/p>\n<p>The blade is, definitely, one of the most versatile and most important parts of knives. Its most important functions include the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cut food.<\/li>\n<li>Prepare<\/li>\n<li>Peel and bone.<\/li>\n<li>Collect and transfer food that has been cut recently.<\/li>\n<li>Handle food.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If a knife has scallops or dimples cut into the edge of the blade it has what is known as a granton edge. The grooves or divots that are created help stop food sticking to the blade.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; module_class=&#8221;fila-paso&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|130px|35px|130px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;|80px||80px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|0px||0px|false|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 5%;\"><span class=\"numero-paso\">3<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 95%;\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Edge\"><\/span>Edge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>The sharpest part of the blade of a knife is called the edge. This area lets the cook make clean cuts on any type of food.<\/p>\n<p>According to the use and the type of knife, the edge can be classified into different groups:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Simple edge. This is the most common type of edge and it stands out for having only one sharp edge, seeing as the other one is either flat or straight.<\/li>\n<li>Silk edge: versatility for users. A revolutionary design that has been created thanks to our master knife makers.<\/li>\n<li>Serrated edge. This serrated or dentated edge of a knife has numerous serrations along the edge of the blade, called teeth. It is used to cut bread in particular.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; module_class=&#8221;fila-paso&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|130px|35px|130px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;|80px||80px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|0px||0px|false|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 5%;\"><span class=\"numero-paso\">4<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 95%;\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spine\"><\/span>Spine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>The part of the knife blade that is opposite the knife edge is called the spine. This part, together with the blade, is one of the most functional parts of these utensils.<\/p>\n<p>As well as being an essential part that affects the balance of the knife, the spine creates a feeling of stability and control when the knife is held by the user.<\/p>\n<p>It is the thickest and widest area of the blade and it gives this tool its strength.<\/p>\n<p>One of the more premium Arcos ranges of knives has a rounded spine. It is designed to prevent any injuries to hands when the knife is being used.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; module_class=&#8221;fila-paso&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|130px|35px|130px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;|80px||80px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|0px||0px|false|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 5%;\"><span class=\"numero-paso\">4<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 95%;\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spine-2\"><\/span>Spine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>The part of the knife blade that is opposite the knife edge is called the spine. This part, together with the blade, is one of the most functional parts of these utensils.<\/p>\n<p>As well as being an essential part that affects the balance of the knife, the spine creates a feeling of stability and control when the knife is held by the user.<\/p>\n<p>It is the thickest and widest area of the blade and it gives this tool its strength.<\/p>\n<p>One of the more premium Arcos ranges of knives has a rounded spine. It is designed to prevent any injuries to hands when the knife is being used.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; module_class=&#8221;fila-paso&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|130px|35px|130px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;|80px||80px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|0px||0px|false|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 5%;\"><span class=\"numero-paso\">5<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 95%;\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guard\"><\/span>Guard<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>Hunting knives also have special features; these include the quillon of a knife. Do you know exactly what we are talking about? The quillon or the guard is the area that helps to protect the hand from getting in the way of the knife edge when cutting.<\/p>\n<p>It is the part that is designed to provide protection and control for the user when cutting. It is in charge of reducing, to the maximum, the number of injuries that might be caused when using this utensil.<\/p>\n<p>Although the shape and the design depend on the type of knife, the guard always makes the knife easier to use when cutting.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 3\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; module_class=&#8221;fila-paso&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|130px|35px|130px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;|80px||80px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|0px||0px|false|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 5%;\"><span class=\"numero-paso\">6<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 95%;\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bolster\"><\/span>Bolster<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 3\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>The bolster is the part that joins the handle to the blade. This is an essential part of the knife.<\/p>\n<p>It is a thick band of metal that joins the handle to the blade without any type of welding and it also prevents the handle from cracking and it makes it more durable, and it is an important part of the knife that stops the user\u2019s hands from slipping.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 3\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; module_class=&#8221;fila-paso&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|130px|35px|130px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;|80px||80px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|0px||0px|false|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.23.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 5%;\"><span class=\"numero-paso\">7<\/span><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 95%;\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scales\"><\/span>Scales<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 3\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\">\n<p>The scales of a knife are the two parts that create the handle. They also guarantee a safe and ergonomic grip.<\/p>\n<p>These areas of the knife help make the cuts precise and, furthermore, they enhance the aesthetics of the knife.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"page\" title=\"Page 3\">\n<div class=\"section\">\n<div class=\"layoutArea\">\n<div class=\"column\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; module_class=&#8221;fila-paso&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;|130px|35px|130px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;|80px||80px|false|true&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;|0px||0px|false|true&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; 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