This Knife

Maybe this knife isn't as sharp as it used to be.

There are nicks and chips in the blade and

Maybe a bend in it too; it has some scars, some history.

The flat of the blade doesn't shine as it used to,

Not without some polish applied.

There might even be a touch of rust on it,

But that doesn't detract from its sharpness.

It still cuts and it still holds an edge.

This knife is still dangerous in the proper hands.

Maybe it's all about how it's handled?

Sometimes an old dull blade cuts worse

Than a young sharp one.