The Pocket Guide to Boy Stuff by Bart King & Illustrations by Chris Sabatino

Author:Bart King & Illustrations by Chris Sabatino
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
Published: 2009-06-15T16:00:00+00:00

Pocketknives

What is it about a pocketknife that we like? They have a sharp blade and they fold up and fit into our pocket. They’re fun to hold and to goof around with. (Of course, pocket tools like the Leatherman Pocket Survival Tool are also cool!)

Folding pocketknives were made 2,000 years ago for Roman soldiers. These old knives had folding blades and many attachments, including a spoon and a fork. Even so, most people throughout history have preferred to carry around big knives on their belts. They were more impressive and they scared troublemakers away! It wasn’t until about 400 years ago that the pocketknife got really popular (especially in America) because of its convenience for all kinds of people.

Here are some things to be aware of with your pocketknife. Whenever you are sharpening or cutting something with the blade, always move your stroke away from you! This will reduce the chances of cutting or stabbing yourself. It would be embarrassing to talk your parents into buying you a pocketknife and then have this happen.

Timmy: Mom, I have something to tell you.

Mother: Timmy, I see that you have a pocketknife sticking out of your chest.

Timmy: That’s what I wanted to tell you.

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