Phillips Heads

How do they cut the slots in the top of Phillips Head screws?

Some screws are cast with the “cross-top” and others are forged to have the “cross” recess.

On the other hand it could be elves with chisels and hammers.

Kalél
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But that’s so obvious! Actually, I prefer the elf theory.