GEOMETRY!
THAT is what cuts.
if a knife has the proper geometry AND a recurve I think it may have an advantage in cutting than a straight edge.
the YH/YG is a very thick blade with a sabre grind.
it's not the best cutter no matter what shape you make the knife.
it is one heck o f a prybar and heavy use knife though.
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