Fascinating world of knives The knife is the most important tool in the history of mankind and a cultural asset that has become an integral part of our modern world. It is a helpful companion for many daily tasks, in emergency situations it can become a lifesaver. Whoever deals with knives encounters an exciting microcosm. There are countless types of knives, types of steel and construction methods. But what is the difference between all these knives? What is the correct name for the components? What properties must a high-performance knife steel have? Which blade shape and which cut is suitable for which task? How do the different locking devices for folding knives work? And how do you sharpen knives correctly? You will find sound answers to these and many other questions in this extensively illustrated book.