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Peelers |
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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 |
Vintage Peeler
These peelers are often used in the kitchen to peel potatoes and other vegetables.
Guidelines shown below are for Included Angles (α).
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General Guidelines |
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α |
Micro Bevel |
Sharp
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| General Use | 170° | n/a |
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A diamond file, extra fine (25µ) works well. | |
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Sharpness scales (as shown in the grey icon to the left) are used to indicate the recommended sharpness for the blades noted above. You can click on any of the icons showing the sharpness scale and be redirected to the page describing this more. Lower numbers are duller; higher numbers sharper.
These are general recommendations; you will need to use your own judgment, based on the knive’s intended purpose.