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the 2 dots on the side of the chef knive

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Tip   The tip is the forward part of the knife and includes the knife point. The tip is used for detailed or delicate cutting.  
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Belly   also the tip of the knife under the edge  
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Edge   The edge is the cutting part of the blade. It extends from the point to the heel of the knife.  
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Rivets   The rivets are metal pins used to join the scales to the tang to form the handle.  
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Butt   The butt is the end of the handle of the knife.  
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Bolster   The bolster is the band that joins the blade of the knife to its handle. The bolster provides balance for the knife and also helps to protect the hand from getting in the way of the knife edge.  
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Scales   The scales are the part of the knife that creates the handle. Scales are often made of synthetic material or wood. Two scales are typically attached to the tang with rivets.  
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Tang   The tang is the part of the blade that extends into the handle of the knife. It is the surface to which the handle attaches to the blade.  
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spine   The spine is the top of the knife blade, opposite the knife edge.  
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point   The point is the part of the knife where the edge and spine come together. The point is often used for piercing.  
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