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    What is the little hole in the tool in step 7 "Find the reamer" for the tool known as an awl?
    Community Answer
    It is for thread. You wind the thread through the loop, then punch a hole into the material you are repairing. You should read up on how to sew before doing this.
  • Question
    How do I know the name of my Swiss army knife?
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    Look at the tools you have inside the knife. Compare them to the models on the Victorinox/Wenger website, or on the internet page of a shop that sells Swiss army knives.
  • Question
    What do I use the blade with the hole in it for?
    Community Answer
    This is an awl, and is generally used for making holes in wood similar to a drill.
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    What if my knife didn't come with a manual?
    Community Answer
    You can probably find one online by searching for the name of your knife and the words "manual" or "instructions."
  • Question
    All of the items on the knife are very tight to open and close, which makes it dangerous to use. What can I do?
    Community Answer
    Use WD-40 to loosen the items. If rusted, use method 1, once all items are out use a metal scrubber to clean the rust.
  • Question
    What features do the Huntsman knives feature?
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    The Huntsman knife features a large locking blade, wood saw, bottle opener, flat head screwdriver, wire stripper, curved serrated knife for field dressing game, reamer, corkscrew, tweezers, toothpick, and split ring.
  • Question
    How do I whittle wood with the blades? Which blade do I use?
    Clarissa Garcia
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    It depends on the kind of wood, but usually, the largest blade is the most appropriate to use.
  • Question
    What features do the everyday knives have?
    Clarissa Garcia
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    A basic blade, a mini saw, a toothpick or pen, tweezers, a screwdriver, a corkscrew, and a pair of scissors.
  • Question
    How can I sharpen my knife if I don't have a sharpening stone or a whetstone?
    Rob Esparza IV
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    You could use a sharpening steel, like in the kitchen knife sets or you can buy a knife sharpener. Alternatively, ask a neighbor or friend if they have a sharpener.
  • Question
    How do I close the large blade?
    Devboi
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    There are two thin sides of the large blade, one is sharp, and the other should be dull and have an indentation that is used to pull out the blade. Push from the side with the indentation inwards back into the Swiss army knife to close the large blade.
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