Comment by phyzome
2 days ago
I've been cut way more often and more seriously with sharp knives than with dull knives.
Everyone says this thing but I suspect it isn't true at all.
2 days ago
I've been cut way more often and more seriously with sharp knives than with dull knives.
Everyone says this thing but I suspect it isn't true at all.
Right, I think this is one of those myths that catches hold because it's contrarian and has a grain of truth.
Like I think dull knives are more dangerous than you'd think, but saying they're "more dangerous than sharp knives" is IMO patently false. I've certainly slipped more with dull knives, but... they're dull. They just cannot do as much damage. A dull knife will not take the tip of your finger off. A sharp one will do it before you even feel the pain.
A sharp knife without proper technique is FAR more dangerous.