Forged Knives

Going out to buy a knife is pretty easy but once you reach a shop the varieties can leave you baffled! From folded to tactical, from collectors to everyday use; there are so many! Do you know the difference between forged knives &stamped ones? Well, you will now: Production Dissimilarities A forged knife comes into existence when a technician or an automated device heats a single piece of steel and then shapes it accordingly. On the other hand, stamped knives are such that they are cut from a huge bar of steel and then refined. Henceforth, stamped knives are lighter and less sturdy. Characteristics of Forged Knives  A forged knife is distinct such that it has a ‘bolster’ which is a broader part near the handgrip. Its function is purely that of physics i.e. it maintains balance of the knife. For chefs, this is a dream utensil for the excellent grip it allows. A forged knife is also recognized to have blade extensions leading into the handle a.k.a. the tang. So if you notice