I just got my new knife and when I slice vegetables it does not cut straight. When slicing the blade goes towards the left. The serrated scallops are on the right and the smooth side is on the left. Is this considered a lefty knife? I just got my new knife and when I slice vegetables it does not cut straight. When slicing the blade goes towards the left. The serrated scallops are on the right and the smooth side is on the... » Read More I just got my new knife and when I slice vegetables it does not cut straight. When slicing the blade goes towards the left. The serrated scallops are on the right and the smooth side is on the left. Is this considered a lefty knife? « Show Less
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I am not a southpaw, and I've never has that problem. On the other hand, I don't recommend using a breadknife for slicing vegetables either. Instead, why not look at a santuko 7" like the ones made by/for Calphalon, or by Messermeister, or any of a number of other makers.
744308
No, it's a bread knife. You should use a smooth blade (like a chef's knife) to cut vegetables.
1532668
My husband uses his to sharpen our serrated knives, but only the scalloped type, not the ones that are like a fine saw. Also, with the serrated knives, he said he makes a point to only run it back and forth 4 or 5 times on each side. Particularly for the serrated knives, he makes sure he uses the liquid that comes with the kit. We have had our kit for five or six years, and all of the "triangles" are still in great shape. I would say that he sharpens our knives every 6 weeks or so, and also sharpens our daughter's knives. Perhaps Smith's needs to warn people about sharpening the other type of serrated blades. My husband uses his to sharpen our serrated knives, but only the scalloped type, not the ones that are like a fine saw. Also, with the serrated knives, he said he makes a point to only run it back and forth 4 or 5 times on each side. Particularly for the serrated knives, he makes sure he uses the liquid that comes with the kit. We have had our kit for five or six years, and all of the "triangles" are still in great shape. I would say that he sharpens our knives every 6 weeks or so, and also sharpens our daughter's knives. Perhaps Smith's needs to warn people about sharpening the... » Read More My husband uses his to sharpen our serrated knives, but only the scalloped type, not the ones that are like a fine saw. Also, with the serrated knives, he said he makes a point to only run it back and forth 4 or 5 times on each side. Particularly for the serrated knives, he makes sure he uses the liquid that comes with the kit. We have had our kit for five or six years, and all of the "triangles" are still in great shape. I would say that he sharpens our knives every 6 weeks or so, and also sharpens our daughter's knives. Perhaps Smith's needs to warn people about sharpening the other type of serrated blades. « Show Less
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Are you talking about the side of the knife, as opposed to the actual edge itself ? If so, I have noticed a scratch on two of my knives: it is a line that follows the curve of the edge, about 3/8 to 1/2 inch above the edge, on the right side if the blade, looking at it from the top as you hold the knife in your right hand. I'm guessing that one of the sharpening wheels is not exactly aligned. Until you asked this question, I had not noticed. That I did not notice is due to the fact that I occasionally clean my knives with a yellow/green abrasive sponge, so the sides are mildly scratched anyway. I only use this device if the blade has gotten pretty dull, which in my household is so rare that of my 20+ knives, I've only used it on the two aforementioned knives. ( it's rare because I steel my knives everyday, always cut on wood, and once per month I "steel" them on a ceramic rod. The dullness that I mentioned came from friends "helping" me in the kitchen, and using the knives on a porcelain plate. I just about dropped dead ! Ha ! ). The 464 certainly worked to put the edge back on, but it is rough on the blades. After using the 464, I then used a polishing steel to smooth out the actual edge itself. But, I'm afraid the scratching is inevitable. The only solution that I know is to find the guy in town who professionally sharpens the local restaurant knives. I found this person in San Antonio, and he can put a fabulous edge on the knife, and buff the sides if you want. He charges about $1.00 per inch ( so my 8 inch chef''s knife cost me about $8.00. Hope this helps, and good luck. Bill
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only the serrated edge knife's cutting edge is beveled on one side only. the other two cutting edges are beveled on both sides of the blade as is most commonly seen. I hope this is what you were asking.
533609
No Melanie. They are sharp only on one side, and they are not serrated - at least the set I purchased. Non serrated does a better job of slicing cleanly on some meats. They also come in handy as an extra paring knife. They are aluminum and are best washed by hand as dishwasher detergent will make the handles turn a darker color and not be as smooth. Having said all that - - - I absolutely LOVE these knives. Excellent value.
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the real reason is because the edges break and chip like crazy. This is a gallery of 3 of our knives, one new and two we have had for a very long time. No, before anyone asks, they were never sharpened wrong (at least not with any of those terrible carbide sharpeners, only diamond rods.) and while these still cut, they aren't supposed to be serrated like that. http://imgur.com/a/WUzS6
2244093
Move it back over to the left while closing the blade. Pretty standard on many knives.
984615
The one I received was serrated and I wanted the straight edge I contacted the seller and the serrated was the last one he had. I kept it for 130.00 dollars I can't complain. The knife is top quality.
699192
Yes,the serrations are on both sides being ground down at a lower depth than the blade edge and is sharpened all the way down,nice little knife.
1689340
You use the little mechanism on the bottom of the knife.it will go to the left. its a little blackpiece of steel with ridges on it. push it to the left of the knife.
890444
They are serrated, but high quality. I know many serrated knives do not have quality edges, and are expected to compensate for not being able to maintain sharpness by literally sawing through food products, but these are a more gradual serrated edge, and the arcs between the points are very sharp, so you get the best of both worlds.
1184604
If you are holding the knife with the blade up and teeth toward you there is a small lever under the blade, on the handle part that you push over to the left side. Then the blade is able to be pushed down, but be careful - it is sharp.
1175001
I use an ultimate oil sharpening system from sharpening supplies. Com. My leek is my last favorite knife, I'm not sure if I got a funky one or what is deal is. It appears as though there is a dual angle beveled edge on the blade. I have been trying to figure it out but half way up the blade it changes angle. I use it as a letter opener now. I'm probably not much help when it comes to this knife. I bought a Kershaw salvo for$10 on ebay that I use daily and feel its a way better knife.
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I heard that aswell. Upon recieving mine (straight edge) the sheath works perfect. Snug enough so it doesnt drop out if upside down and not latched but, still very easy to draw from if needed. I was hesitent to purchase at first because i wasnt sure if i would be recieving the non serrated version but i went ahead ahead and bought and am very glad i did. Its a hell of a knife for only a hundred bucks. Id purchase it again in a heartbeat. You will recieve the straight edge if purchased.
516131
They are serrated but mainly on one side of the knife-the effect makes the knife very minimally serrated overall but they cut everything awesome. We use them for steak all the time. We really like these knives. Hope this helps!!!
904878
I have 2 now - one has serrated blade, the other is smooth. Forgot I had one in the drawer and bought another today, March 18, 2015; the newer one is the smooth edged one.
1419299
A little bit. One side is half serrated. It sounds a little odd, but the serrations are not that noticeable and pretty easy to clean.