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?

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That “chipped” prong isn’t broken.

It’s brilliantly designed.

Final Thoughts: Sometimes the Most Useful Tools Are the Ones That Look Like Mistakes

We think innovation means high-tech gadgets and smart devices.

But some of the smartest ideas are hiding in plain sight — in our silverware drawers.

The cutting fork is proof that good design solves real problems — quietly, elegantly, and without fanfare.

So next time you see a fork with a “broken” prong…

Don’t discard it.

Try it.

Use it.

Cut your pasta with it.