types and history

1. PEELERS
A peeler is a kitchen tool consisting of a slotted metal blade attached to
a handle, that is used to remove the outer skin or peel of
certain vegetables, frequently potatoes and carrots, and fruits such as
apples, pears, etc. A peeler differs from a knife in that the blade has a
slot cut into it, which is sharpened
on the inside edge, while the other
side prevents the blade from
cutting too far into the vegetable.
There are numerous designs of
peelers used today. Most handheld
peelers are either straight or Y-
type, while the particular designs
vary depending on region and
personal preference.
1. A straight peeler has the
blade parallel to the handle,
resembling a knife.
Swivel peelers have the blade
mounted on a pivot. Thus the
angle of the blade is self-
adjusted as pressure is
applied, increasing ease of
use.

2. 2. A Y peeler or speed peeler has a blade perpendicular to its handle,
a design closely resembling a safety razor. It is used with a similar
action to a razor, shaving off skin in strips parallel to the handle.
3. A mechanical apple peeler is a crank operated device that peels
apples and optionally cores and slices them in one motion.

3. FRUIT CUTTER
These are type of knives designed in such a way to cut the fruit or
vegetable in a certain shape. Number of blades in the assembly
depends upon the design. Many types of fruit cutters are available
nowadays. Some of them are below:
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