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Handled sharp objects?

Ross

I believe the answer is:

awls

(Other definitions for awls that I've seen before include "Laws about boring tools (4)" , "Pointed hand-tools" , "Small piercing tools" , "Tools for punching small holes" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.
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