A blade with a straight cutting edge and a long, gently arced spine ending in an extremely acute point. The blade is named in honor of Lord Wharncliffe, the man who designed it, and who was a patron of Joseph Rodgers & Sons of Sheffield, England. This term has been misused a lot in recent years as blades with straight and slightly concaved edges have become increasingly popular. See also: Sheepfoot Blade, Lamb Foot Blade.
Wharncliffe Blade
