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Old 14th February 2023, 12:57 PM   #1
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Has already some of you guys commented on the handle being longer than the blade ? Interesting ... and noteworthy !
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Old 15th February 2023, 12:30 PM   #2
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Hello Fernando,

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Has already some of you guys commented on the handle being longer than the blade ? Interesting ... and noteworthy !
IMHO, this makes sense for such a really small knife, especially if used for any heavy cutting.

It certainly looks like a strong grip was intended here!

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