What are the different edges and what do they do?
The vast majority of Victorinox knives come with a straight or fine edge. This means it has a perfect taper along the blade and no serrations. It will cut perfectly and without tearing or shredding. Fine edge: As above the perfectly straight edge on waves or serrations are used for most cutting tools. Serrate: Edge with obvious teeth along the edge. Scallope: A blade with waves along the edge.Used specifically to cut breads with a hard crust or a soft interior, and tough skinned fruits and vegetables. Granton: (often called a “kullenschiff”) has hollowed out grooves or dimples on the sides of the blade. These grooves fill with the fat and juices of the product being cut, which allows for thin, even cuts without tearing and for ease of cutting (most known for it use on santoku knives). Remember, these are still straight edge knives, and can be honed with sharpening steel.
