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> It's a lot more elaborate than julienning, creating 1-3 foot-long
> threads.

I believe you are talking about the one that cranks and sends out long
strings. This is for a specific use: salads and garnishes. I could see
cutting turnips etc and then dropping them in boiling water and making
each "clump" a decorative serving.
See:
http://www.sharpknives.com/benriner_cooks_helper.htm