This section is from the book "Elementary Sloyd And Whittling", by Gustaf Larsson. Also available from Amazon: Elementary Sloyd And Whittling.

Fig. 71.
Maple. 3/16-inch. (Straight-grained.)
Prepare wood 6 3/4x7/8- inch.
1. See 1 in Model 14.
2. Mark and cut the required length.
3. Make construction complete on one side according to drawing.
4. Whittle to lines.
5. Model the blade to a sharp edge and round the corners of handle.
6. Cut notches on back of blade, and point the four sides on end of handle.
7. Sandpaper, making the knife edge strong and durable.
 
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