There are several differences between sheepsfoot and Wharncliffe blades. For one, the sheepsfoot blade is curved along the entire length of the blade, whereas the Wharncliffe blade is curved only near the tip. Additionally, the sheepsfoot blade is usually broader than the Wharncliffe blade, and has a rounder point.
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Jun 27, 2014 · A wharncliff is remarkably similar to a sgian dubh or a dirk, and both were used as fighting knives for centuries. Upvote
Jan 12, 2014 · To me, the main difference is all about the tip. A Wharncliffe has a sharp, pointy, and narrow tip, which makes it ideal for finer detail when ...
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The Wharncliffe is similar to the Sheepsfoot with the exception that its spine gently tapers the length of the blade till its curve eventually meet the cutting ...
Jan 17, 2022 · Wharncliffes are meant to have a usable tip. Sheep's foot blades are meant to be safer. There is an old story that the sheep's foot was invented ...
Sep 13, 2021 · Unlike wharncliffe, a sheepsfoot blade has a blunt tip instead. It's not as good for piercing, but a sheepsfoot is safer than the wharncliffe.
Aug 18, 2014 · For me the main benefit is that it focuses so much energy towards the tip of the blade. When cutting rope and such a wharncliffe works well ...