Does anyone know what sort of knife this is?

pnc75
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As in, does it have a specific purpose eg bread knife.  I know that's not what it would be used for, just an example.

 

It' another vintage piece, this time from my mother's estate. 

 

Thank you all in advance.

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It would be helpful if I attached the photos! ๐Ÿ˜€

 

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Looks like a paring or general purpose knife, made by Mirage.

 

No idea who Mirage is, no idea, without dimensions, of it's purpose.

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Blade looks like a boning knife, but handle is not suited.

Could be either a fruit or cheese knife.

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Sorry, Dave. Describing knives isn't one of my areas of great knowledge. 

 

Total length is  28.5 cm

 

Length of blade section is 14 cm 

 

Thank you for your interest and help. 

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Boning (depending on flexibility) or GP

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This style of handle is meant to be seen rather than practical.

So probably a cheese board knife as someone suggested.

And the top of the knife is removed making it easier to cut through cheese.

Narrow blades are particularly good for this task. 

 

A serrated blade would suggest it is also for fruit.

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Hi There,  this might give you a bit of a starting point on the brand

Mirage  by  Robinson Stainless Steel

I was thinking part of a cake or cheese set.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/174592600313

Just to add,  Mirage would appear to be the design name

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I am now leaning towards a Grapefruit Knife

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A grapefruit knife is usually curved and serrated on both sides.

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