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Peelers

 

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Edge Angle

 

My wife says a peeler is a useless tool in the kitchen, preferring to use a paring knife. I prefer not wearing bandages after peeling potatoes.

Rich Colvin

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Vintage Peeler

These peelers are often used in the kitchen to peel potatoes and other vegetables.

Guidelines shown below are for Included Angles (α).

 

General Guidelines

Type

α

Micro Bevel

Notes

General Use 170° n/a A diamond file, extra fine (25µ) works well.