What is the purpose of the “chip” in the one prong of this fork? At first, I though it actually was just a chip, but turns out its on multiple forks in my drawer. Any ideas?

How It Works – The Smart Design Behind the Slice

Here’s how to use it:

Spear your food with the three long tines — they hold it steady

Use the wide, flat tine like a mini blade — press and saw gently

Cut and eat — all with one utensil

Perfect for:

Spaghetti and meatballs

Grilled salmon

Chicken salad

Omelets

Soft ravioli

No switching between fork and knife.

No awkward sawing with a butter knife.

Just smooth, efficient eating.

A Mid-Century Innovation for Modern Living

The cutting fork rose to popularity in the 1940s–1960s — a golden age of kitchen convenience.