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                        There is enough selection among the major profiles of the RoughRough
                        Rider set to do several small jobs and enjoy some downtime.
                        Rider set to do several small jobs and enjoy some downtime.

                                                                                                       many different available knife styles, so
                                                                                                       you should be able to find just the right

                                                                                                       one—even if you are only planning to
                                                                                                       make shavings.
                                                                                                          Give carving a try. Even a small amount
                                                                                                       of time spent carving will deepen your
                                                                                                       knowledge of blade geometry and knife
                                                                                                       handling. By the way, carving knives and
                                                                                                       edged tools are not toys, and can be very
                                                                                                       sharp. Consequently, keep some bandages
                                                                                                       nearby. Also, make sure you can drive one
                                                                                                       handed. You know, just in case.


                                                                                                       Editor’s note: In addition to making knives
                                                                                                       and writing about them, the author works
                                                                                                       part time at a specialty woodworking store.

                                                                                                       For the contact information for the knives
                                                                                                       in the story, see “Where To Get ’Em” on
                                                                                                       page 64.


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