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Can you name a powerful and mystical set of Arabic symbols found on our money, stamps, books and scoreboards?

I heard a radio talk show host talking about a stamp that was going to have a short quote from the Quran in Arabic on it.

He kept railing on about not wanting that "Islamofascist" writing on an American stamp.

Arabic Numerals.

Singapore 1948 GVI Silver Wedding set fresh MH H009
Singapore 1948 GVI Silver Wedding set fresh MH H009 $31.00 (8 Bids)
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NICARAGUA better 1985 MNH set FIRE TRUCKS ee2816xxb
NICARAGUA better 1985 MNH set FIRE TRUCKS  ee2816xxb $1.75 (2 Bids)
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Complete set of 7 Bhutan Record Stamps very rare
Complete set of 7 Bhutan Record Stamps very rare $375.00
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ISLE OF MAN 2000 WWF BIRDS 5 SET MINISHEET MNH
ISLE OF MAN 2000 WWF BIRDS 5 SET MINISHEET MNH $34.50
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INDONESIA x3 mint SEMI POSTALS sets FLOWERS hcv ee2702m
INDONESIA  x3 mint SEMI POSTALS sets FLOWERS hcv ee2702m $0.99 (1 Bid)
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SPACE Centrral Africa 87 set of 6 MNH W689
SPACE Centrral Africa 87 set of 6 MNH W689 $10.75
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CLOSE TO MY HEART ACRYLIC STAMP SET BLISS B1371
CLOSE TO MY HEART ACRYLIC STAMP SET  BLISS B1371 $9.00 (10 Bids)
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CHESS Moldova 07 set of 1 MNH V134
CHESS Moldova 07 set of 1 MNH V134 $2.50
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GREECE 1978 THE GREEK STATE MNH SHEET OF 20 SETS
GREECE 1978 THE GREEK STATE MNH SHEET OF 20 SETS $12.00
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KYRGYZSTAN DINOSAURS Prehistoric Animals complt set
KYRGYZSTAN DINOSAURS Prehistoric Animals complt set $12.50
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ROYAL VISIT 1982 SET of 3 STAMPSMNHNAURUA
ROYAL VISIT 1982 SET of 3 STAMPSMNHNAURUA $1.99
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Gabon Plants And Flowers FDC Set
Gabon Plants And Flowers FDC Set $3.50
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ENGLISH ALPHABET NUMBER SET PLASTIC MOUNT RUBBER STAMP
ENGLISH ALPHABET NUMBER SET PLASTIC MOUNT RUBBER STAMP $15.99
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Colombia 1937 Natl Olympics Set of 3 MNH 445 7 SCV40+
Colombia 1937 Natl Olympics Set of 3 MNH 445 7 SCV40+ $24.00
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Iran stamp 1957 Day of UN set UNO MNH WS90643
Iran stamp 1957 Day of UN set UNO MNH WS90643 $8.00
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Mongolia stamp 1990 Butterflies set MNH WS90662
Mongolia stamp 1990 Butterflies set MNH WS90662 $8.67
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Monaco stamp 1984 Butterfly and plants set MNH WS90656
Monaco stamp 1984 Butterfly and plants set MNH WS90656 $10.67
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Monaco stamp 2002 Fauna and flora set MNH WS90657
Monaco stamp 2002 Fauna and flora set MNH WS90657 $60.67
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Aden Kathiri 157B 59B MNH Japanese Paintings IMPERF Set
Aden Kathiri 157B 59B MNH Japanese Paintings IMPERF Set $8.50
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Moldavia stamp 2008 Endangered plants set MNH WS90658
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Malaysia stamp2005 Batik painting set MNH WS90647
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Ajman Manama stamp 1972 Butterflies set MNH WS90640
Ajman Manama stamp 1972 Butterflies set MNH WS90640 $7.33
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Moldavia stamp 2003 Butterflies set MNH WS90659
Moldavia stamp 2003 Butterflies set MNH WS90659 $34.00
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Mongolia stamp 1963 Butterflies set MNH WS90660
Mongolia stamp 1963 Butterflies set MNH WS90660 $8.00
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Monaco stamp 1970 Protection of animals set MNH WS90655
Monaco stamp 1970 Protection of animals set MNH WS90655 $7.33
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Grenada stamp 1989 Butterflies set MNH WS90642
Grenada stamp 1989 Butterflies set MNH WS90642 $24.67
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Mongolia stamp 1974 Butterflies set MNH WS90661
Mongolia stamp 1974 Butterflies set MNH WS90661 $6.67
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BELGIUM 1953 CHILD WELFARE SET F U SG 1482 4
BELGIUM 1953 CHILD WELFARE SET F U SG 1482 4 $39.50
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BERLIN 1980 PRUSSIAN MUSEUMS SET MNH SG B597 8
BERLIN 1980 PRUSSIAN MUSEUMS SET MNH SG B597 8 $1.74
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BERLIN 1980 BERLIN VIEWS SET MNH SG B605 7
BERLIN 1980 BERLIN VIEWS SET MNH SG B605 7 $2.84
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1980 PAKISTAN SINGAPORE DEFINITIVE REGULAR COMPLETE SET UMM
1980 PAKISTAN SINGAPORE DEFINITIVE REGULAR COMPLETE SET UMM $3.99
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NETHERLANDS 1952 SEMI POSTALS mint set FLOWERS 3700 ee2400d
NETHERLANDS 1952 SEMI POSTALS mint set FLOWERS 3700 ee2400d $2.79
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UPPER VOLTA BURKINA FASO 1975 CTO AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL SET 5 365 367 C209 C210
UPPER VOLTA BURKINA FASO 1975 CTO AMERICAN BICENTENNIAL SET 5 365 367 C209 C210 $3.75
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BERLIN 1986 GLASSWARE SET MNH SG B727 30
BERLIN 1986 GLASSWARE SET MNH SG B727 30 $5.69
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BERLIN 1987 PRECIOUS METAL SET MNH SG B773 6
BERLIN 1987 PRECIOUS METAL SET MNH SG B773 6 $4.74
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SET OF 2 SILLY MONKEY W BANANA rubber stamps 4587
SET OF 2 SILLY MONKEY W BANANA rubber stamps 4587 $2.09
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Cuba Five earlier Air Post Sets Issued 1930 1960 MNH LH
Cuba Five earlier Air Post Sets Issued 1930 1960 MNH LH $1.50
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CAMBODIA 1991 FOOD INDUSTRY SET MNH SG 1202 4
CAMBODIA 1991 FOOD INDUSTRY SET MNH SG 1202 4 $3.48
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SAAR GERMANY 1948 Air Mail Set SG A249 A251 SFU
SAAR GERMANY 1948 Air Mail Set SG A249 A251 SFU $5.06 (3 Bids)
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TRAINS STAMPSonSTAMPS FLAGS India 82 EXHIBITION set of 2 MNH W690
TRAINS STAMPSonSTAMPS FLAGS India 82 EXHIBITION set of 2 MNH W690 $5.25
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1995 PAKISTAN DEFINITIVE REGULAR COMPLETE SET UMM
1995 PAKISTAN DEFINITIVE REGULAR COMPLETE SET UMM $2.99
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OLYMPICS Cyprus 00 set of 4 MNH S187
OLYMPICS Cyprus 00 set of 4 MNH S187 $5.25
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Garden Variety rubber stamp accent set 4 stamps
Garden Variety rubber stamp accent set 4 stamps $12.25
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CLOSE TO MY HEART ACRYLIC STAMP SET VROOM NUMBERS A1054
CLOSE TO MY HEART ACRYLIC STAMP SET  VROOM NUMBERS A1054 $2.84 (2 Bids)
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Coastal Villages 2003 Set 2 PAPU04006
Coastal Villages 2003 Set 2 PAPU04006 $1.21
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CZECH 1951 COMMUNIST PARTY SET MNH SG 632 6
CZECH 1951 COMMUNIST PARTY SET MNH SG 632 6 $3.56
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SAAR GERMANY 1952 Helsinki Olympics Set SG C312 C313 SFU
SAAR GERMANY 1952 Helsinki Olympics Set SG C312 C313 SFU $5.69 (5 Bids)
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CZECH 1967 PRES NOVOTRY SET MNH SG 1704 5
CZECH 1967 PRES NOVOTRY SET MNH SG 1704 5 $2.61
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1987 CHINA T114 BIRDS OF PREY CPLT SET OF 4v MNH
1987 CHINA T114 BIRDS OF PREY CPLT SET OF 4v MNH $9.99
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1989 PAKISTAN QUID E AZAM DEFINITIVE REGULAR COMPLETE SET UMM
1989 PAKISTAN QUID E AZAM DEFINITIVE REGULAR COMPLETE SET UMM $3.99
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Tunisia Small lot of Complete sets All MNH Cat105+
Tunisia Small lot of Complete sets All MNH Cat105+ $17.49 (2 Bids)
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WWII AXIS ISSUES SLOVAKIA 1941 REFERENDUM 80th ANNIVERSARY Fine MINT NH Set
WWII AXIS ISSUES SLOVAKIA 1941 REFERENDUM 80th ANNIVERSARY Fine MINT NH Set $11.06
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Malaya States 1949 UPU 13 sets fresh MLH H018
Malaya States 1949 UPU 13 sets fresh MLH H018 $47.60 (15 Bids)
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Albania 1929 Airmail set ovpt 7 Mi 210 16 mint
Albania 1929 Airmail set ovpt 7 Mi 210 16 mint $434.50
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Albania 1928 Airmail set ovpt 7 Mi 162 68 mint
Albania 1928 Airmail set ovpt 7 Mi 162 68 mint $134.30
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Albania 1919 Comet ovpt set 6 ex Mi 47III 52III mint
Albania 1919 Comet ovpt set 6 ex Mi 47III 52III mint $63.20
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Turks Caicos Islands 1938 KGVI set 14 SG 194 204 mint
Turks  Caicos Islands 1938 KGVI set 14 SG 194 204 mint $51.35
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Albania 1929 Zog ovpt set 8 Mi 202 09 mint
Albania 1929 Zog ovpt set 8 Mi 202 09 mint $47.40
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WMF Cromargan Six Piece Tea Set Tray Stamped WMF Cromargan Each Numbered
WMF Cromargan Six Piece Tea Set  Tray Stamped WMF Cromargan  Each Numbered $150.10
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GERMANY 1984 ART OBJECTS SET MNH SG 670 3
GERMANY 1984 ART OBJECTS SET MNH SG 670 3 $5.53
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GREECE 1954 AIR NATO SET MNH SG 725 7
GREECE 1954 AIR NATO SET MNH SG 725 7 $118.50
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LIBERIA 1976 Vintage Cars Set+Minisheet MNH
LIBERIA 1976 Vintage Cars Set+Minisheet MNH $6.45
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FLONZ vintage Perfect Girl clear stamps set 101
FLONZ vintage Perfect Girl clear stamps set 101 $1.30 (2 Bids)
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Ceylon 1951 set 13 SG 419 30 mint
Ceylon 1951 set 13 SG 419 30 mint $39.50
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Colombia 1937 Natl Exposition Set of 3 MNH SCV29+
Colombia 1937 Natl Exposition Set of 3 MNH SCV29+ $16.00
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Germany GDR DDR stamp collection year set 1958 complete all MNH and genuine
Germany GDR DDR stamp collection year set 1958 complete all MNH and genuine $37.48
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Malaya Pahang 1948 GVI Silver Wedding set fresh MH H019
Malaya Pahang 1948 GVI Silver Wedding set fresh MH H019 $20.65 (9 Bids)
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1984 PAKISTAN FORT SERIES DEFINITIVE REGULAR COMPLETE SET UMM
1984 PAKISTAN FORT SERIES DEFINITIVE REGULAR COMPLETE SET UMM $2.99
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Albania 1927 Airmail set ovpt 7 Mi 144 50 mint
Albania 1927 Airmail set ovpt 7 Mi 144 50 mint $27.65
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BULGARIA 1961 MNH IMPERFS set SPORTS ee2685mo
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AZERBAIJAN 2000 WWF FERRUGINOUS DUCK 2 SET M SHEET MNH
AZERBAIJAN 2000 WWF FERRUGINOUS DUCK 2 SET M SHEET MNH $6.50
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230P4 245P4 COMPLETE SET OF PLATE PROOFS ON CARD XF+
230P4 245P4 COMPLETE SET OF PLATE PROOFS ON CARD XF+ $1,899.00
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Ceylon 1935 KGV set SG 368 378 mint
Ceylon 1935 KGV set SG 368 378 mint $23.70
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Independence 10 Year Coat of Arms Set Finland 1927 MNH
Independence 10 Year Coat of Arms Set Finland 1927 MNH $4.00
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Malaya Penang 1948 GVI Silver Wedding set fresh MH H020
Malaya Penang 1948 GVI Silver Wedding set fresh MH H020 $26.00 (10 Bids)
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FINLAND 1949 1950 x2 mint sets FLOWERS ee2972xxk
FINLAND 1949 1950 x2 mint sets  FLOWERS ee2972xxk $0.99 (1 Bid)
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Albania 1929 Zog Airmail set 7 Mi 228 234 mint
Albania 1929 Zog Airmail set 7 Mi 228 234 mint $23.70
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COMPLETE SETS50 STAMPS 10 EACH OF 5 DIFFPIXAR FILMS STAMPSON PAPER
COMPLETE SETS50 STAMPS 10 EACH OF 5 DIFFPIXAR FILMS STAMPSON PAPER $11.62 (18 Bids)
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STAMPIN UP SHAPE OF THINGS SET4 NEVER USED RUBBER STAMPS 2000 RETIRED
STAMPIN UP SHAPE OF THINGS SET4 NEVER USED RUBBER STAMPS 2000 RETIRED $7.99
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FLEETWOOD oversized Lincoln Combo Set FDC
FLEETWOOD oversized Lincoln Combo Set FDC $35.00
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SUMICHEL 2521 22A10 SETSMNH
SUMICHEL 2521 22A10 SETSMNH $9.00
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Ireland 1968 Human Rights Set Of 2 MNH Irish stamps
Ireland 1968 Human Rights Set Of 2 MNH Irish stamps $3.50
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Canada E1 E10 Mixed Set
Canada E1 E10 Mixed Set $100.00
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Malaya Perak 1948 GVI Silver Wedding set MH H021
Malaya Perak 1948 GVI Silver Wedding set MH H021 $9.05 (9 Bids)
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France 1952 National Relief Fund set UM MNH
France 1952 National Relief Fund set UM MNH $47.40
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France 1953 Sports set UM MNH SG 1185 1190
France 1953 Sports set UM MNH SG 1185 1190 $63.20
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Chad 61 2 definitive set of 13 MH MLH S188
Chad 61 2 definitive set of 13 MH MLH S188 $8.75
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Colombia 1938 Bogota Anniv Set of 7 MNH 457 63 SCV59+
Colombia 1938 Bogota Anniv Set of 7 MNH 457 63 SCV59+ $32.00 (1 Bid)
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ANTIGUA BARBUDA 1991 QUEEN 65th BIRTHDAY SET 4 MNH
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ANTIGUA 1977 ROYAL TOUR SET MNH
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BARBUDA 1977 ROYAL TOUR SET MNH PERF 12
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NIUE 1981 ROYAL WEDDING SET OF ALL 3 IN HORIZONTAL GUTTER PAIRS MNH
NIUE 1981 ROYAL WEDDING SET OF ALL 3 IN HORIZONTAL GUTTER PAIRS MNH $2.83
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ANTIGUA 1977 ROYAL CARIBBEAN TOUR SET MNH PERF 12
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BARBUDA 1977 ROYAL CARIBBEAN TOUR SET MNH
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Malaya Sarawak 1948 GVI Silver Wedding set fresh MH H022
Malaya Sarawak 1948 GVI Silver Wedding set fresh MH H022 $18.51 (9 Bids)
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CISKEI 1991 OWLS FULL SET OF 4 MINT NEVER HINGED
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US FDCs s 2405 2409 5 FLEETWOOD STEAMBOATS FDCs FROM 1989 COMPLETE SET
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NETHERLAND ANTILLEN 1938 mint set QUEEN ee2663m
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Guatemala Four Small Air Post Sets 1929 1970 3MNH 1MLH
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COMPLETE SET LOONEY TUNES POSTAGE SHEETS FREE SHIPPING IF YOU BUY IT NOW
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Knife Sharpening Experts: Stamped Knives Vs. Forged Knives

We all agree. If a knife isn't sharp, what's the use, right? The sharpness of the blade will make all the difference in the world. And sharpness is largely dependant upon the quality of the blade material from which the knife is made. You'll need to determine whether or not to get a forged knife or a stamped knife. Let's make it clear.

Stamped Knives. Stamped knives are stamped out of, or cut from, sheets of metal using a template of predetermined size and shape. This process is called precision machining. As most of these stamped knives are generally flat and thin, the process is done quite quickly. But because they are so thin, they aren't that dense and do not hold their edges very long. Unfortunately, this means more frequent sharpening is required by stamped knives than forged knives. As a matter of fact, some stamped knives sets claim that you needn't ever sharpen them. They'll stay sharp for a lifetime, the package will say. Please, don't believe that. All things change over time, including the sharpness of a knife's edge.

The blade of a stamped knife is usually fitted and fastened onto its handle and is not, therefore, thought of as a solid piece of metal. A loose handle could easily result in your having to throw the knife away. Such a waste. It's good to know that not all stamped handles are this way. Some stamped knives have handles that are fitted over the tang.

Stamped knives are also lighter, and have less balance, than forged knives. So you'll have to grip it fairly tightly and have to use much more pressure whenever you use them. Doing so will increase risk of injury.

? Advantages: Fairly inexpensive. Lighter in weight.

? Disadvantages: Usually unreliable handles. Requires more force, more ork from the user. Increased risk of injury during strenuous jobs. Poorly balanced. Needs frequent sharpening.

Forged Knives. Forged knives are not stamped. They are carefully made with great attention to detail. Steel is heated to extreme temperatures and set in a mold. It is than hammered out to form the blade. As a result, forged knives are denser and heavier than stamped knives and have better balance because of it. And while their tempering process results in a blade of extreme hardness, it is also more flexible. It usually has a nice thick bolster with a tang that is enclosed by the handle and is usually secured with three rivets.

? Advantages: Much better balance. More weightier and so is more maneuverable. Metal is stronger and can last many years. Requires less sharpening. Less risk of injury as less work is required from the user. Solid bolster to increase safety. Secured, durable handles.

? Disadvantage: Costs more. Weightier. Critical Point. Maybe 10 years ago all of the above would be undisputed. Not so today. There is quite a bit of dissent about the quality of stamped knives and whether or not they rival the quality of forged knives. Here are the popular points:

? Some stamped knives are made with a high quality steel to begin with.

? Some knives are stamped initially and then followed up with a forging process.

? Today's manufacturing process (especially involving heat) can produce stamped knives that are just as good as forged knives, if not better.

Just as good as forged knives, if not better. That's quite amazing. Here's another critical point:

? Many prefer a forged knife because of its weight distribution, the resultant ease of maneuverability and the comfort and safety of the bolster.

What's it to be then? It seems fairly easy to decide. If you'd like some strong, long-lasting knives, get forged knives. If you'd like something fairly disposable that you'd prefer not to have to maintain, get stamped knives.

But if you've got the time, the means and the desire, shop around. There are high quality stamped knives out there now. Some have good weight on them, too. They're relatively young on the market, so you're going to have to track them down.

 

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Len Q. is a master blade sharpener and an adventurer who strives to protect the natural world.  If you would like to learn about

 

            ?  Knife Sharpening:  How to Sharpen Knives, Maintain and Store Them

            ?  The Fastest Way to Sharpen, Tests for Sharpness, Steeling and Much more

            ?  Sharpening Other Edges (Maintaining and Storing Them)

               (i.e. Chain Saws, Gardening Tools, Axes)

            ?  Maybe you could use a Free Guide:  Sharpening Lawn Mower Blades

           

Find it here at www.MakeKnivesSharp.com 

About the Author

Biologist and Environmental Consultant. Former high school science teacher. Medically retired at 26yo. Been that way over 13 years. The world waits. Changing my world.

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