What are the different types of lead knife?
What are the different types of lead knife? |
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There are four main types of lead knife, defined by the shape of their blade. The various blades are useful for different jobs. | |||
Sickle-shaped blade lead knives |
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Lead knives with sickle-shaped blades, sometimes called fan lead knives, are specifically designed to be used with came glasswork. The rounded blade is designed to be positioned vertically over the lead came and rocked as it cuts.
For more information see: What is a sickle-shaped blade lead knife? |
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Curved blade lead knives |
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The blade of these lead knives has a curve so it can be rocked to cut tough materials like lead came. They can be held horizontally or angled towards vertical to make a cut.
For more information see: What is a curved blade lead knife? |
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Crescent-shaped blade lead knives |
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The crescent-shaped blade lead knife is also designed for came glasswork, but additionally, its design is suited to window installation and removal, especially uPVC windows. It is sometimes called a window knife or quarter moon knife. The curved edge and the crescent-shaped edge on these knives are both sharp.
For more information see: What is a crescent-shaped blade lead knife? |
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Hacking lead knives |
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Lead hacking knives are most suited to rough work. The hacking knife blade is designed to literally hack at the material, unlike the other lead knives which cut with a gentle, rocking motion. Their blades are straight and their spines are extra-wide so they can be hit with a hammer.
For more information see: What is a hacking lead knife? |
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