Ever wonder why slicing knives have a hollowed edge? Also known as a Granton edge, it was invented in 1928 by William Grant of England's Granton Knives Company. The oval hollows on both sides of the blade create several advantages.
While the top edge is thicker for sturdiness, the hollows allow the knife to be flexible for greater control. The indentations also allow the knife to glide through meat more easily, since there is no flat surface for it to stick to. That is especially important when the slices need to be very thin.
Granton edge slicers are usually 10-12" long so they can slice across a wide roast or fish fillet in one pass to avoid sawing marks.
Vinny note: In the name of culinary research I will be gone for a week or so. I will be investigating the variety of food venues at Mickey's place, Walt Disney World. Stay tuned for a full report when I return!
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