Springy wire with custom cross-section

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A tear-drop shaped cross-section for the spring wire in a potato masher could enhance usability, with the pointed edge facing downward. However, concerns arise regarding the cost and feasibility of producing such a design, as well as the adaptability of standard machinery for non-circular wire. The current design is considered optimal because the outer coils effectively trap and contain the potato, allowing for better mashing by the inner coils. A reverse design would likely push the potato outward, reducing mashing efficiency. Overall, the existing design remains favored for its functional benefits.
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How hard or expensive might it be to draw spring wire with a non-circular cross-section?
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Actually the current design is the best because the outer coil(s) trap and contain the potato for mashing by the inner coils. The reverse would simply push the potato outward w/o much mashing.
 

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