is the blade sharp on both sides?
1046467
This type of blade is a straight-back blade. It only has one sharp side and it is double-edged.
1046468
Only one side is sharpened. The blade is made like a bayonet style knife, with the point being extremely sharp and the cutting edge like a razor.
841140
Pretty sure it was a right side blade, we only had it for a few days and returned it.
1521530
Although it's a single-edged knife (I despise chisel grind knives), you can sharpen both sides if you choose. I think any blade cuts better if it's sharpened on both sides, especially if you're right-handed. Most chisel grind knives cut great if you're left handed, because the sharpened side is on the left. But with this big mamma, you have nothing to worry about. Paper sheets seem to cut before the blade even touches them! A person would have to be insane to mess with you if you have one of these. And they do a great job cutting.
1546796
It's "factory sharp", I believe. The 'sides' are not sharpened, they're thick and flat. The tip, however, is pointy enough to be sharp. There still really isn't an 'edge' to the sword, but you can hurt someone with the tip, if that's what you were asking. Otherwise, no edge.
1462898
Sharpening one side gives it a finer edge. If the serrations came from both sides, you would have to remove more metal from both sides to give it the same sharp angle that you get with just one side being sharpened. It's also easier to maintain the edge, when you only have to sharpen one side.
151033
the blade is sharp and ready to go. You can make it sharper if you desire bur not necessary.
1611529
Yes, the edge is serated. I have 2 of these knives, they are very sharp and have ergonomic handles. I recommend them.
1356953
One side actually grinds metaloff the blade while the other sidefinish hones it sharp
1048528
Probably not, as you cannot see the tang on either side of the handle. But it consistently gets rave reviews on its sharpness and that's why I bought it. So far, I am very pleased.
345204
Yes, it does. Easy to use in either hand, comfortable grip and well balanced handle. Can't go wrong with this knife, I'm very satisfied.
2027406
The tip of the blade is sharp, and is a danger if you are not careful. Although I haven't quite experimented with it, the sides are dull and shouldn't pose harm if you're just carrying it around or storing it.
510892
The top half of the blade is serrated, the bottom half is sharp like a normal knife. The weight balance is great :)
628323
Yes. I own several different brand knives that have serrations and they are only sharpened on one side.
209707
One sided. I suppose it could sharpen blades, but the wear of sharpening could destroy the "flat" surface needed
624226
They do both cut in either hand, but if you use the right handed version in your left hand or vice versa, it can be a bit annoying since you can't see what you are cutting well (the body of the cutter covers it).
1758164
The serrations aren't sharp but are tapered on both sides. This knife is made very well. I'm extremely happy with it and would buy it again.
1989160
One side of the blade is smooth and the other is serrated. The serrated side cuts through roots easily when repotting pot bound plants and while digging in soil for planting. It also is a great tool for weeding. I love mine and wouldn't be without one after purchasing my first one a couple years ago. Carol