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Honesuki

A poultry boning knife with a triangular profile and stiff blade. Designed to navigate around joints and bones when breaking down chicken and other birds....

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Blade Length

140mm - 170mm

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Primary Use

Poultry butchery

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Origin

Japan

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Best For

Breaking down whole chickens, poultry prep

menu_book About the Honesuki

A poultry boning knife with a triangular profile and stiff blade. Designed to navigate around joints and bones when breaking down chicken and other birds.

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Single Bevel Note

Single bevel knives require specialized technique and are typically designed for right-handed users. They're best suited for experienced cooks or those willing to learn proper technique.

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Double Bevel

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help Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Honesuki knife used for?

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A Honesuki is best for Breaking down whole chickens, poultry prep. The typical blade length is 140mm - 170mm, and it originates from Japan.

What is the difference between a Honesuki and a Western chef's knife?

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The Honesuki is a traditional Japanese knife designed for Poultry butchery. Compared to Western chef's knives, Japanese knives like the Honesuki typically use harder steel, have a thinner blade geometry, and are ground to a sharper edge angle (12-15° vs 20°).

How much does a good Honesuki knife cost?

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A quality Honesuki typically ranges from $50 for entry-level options (like Tojiro) to $500+ for hand-forged artisan knives. For most home cooks, excellent options are available in the $100-250 range from brands like Shun, MAC, and Miyabi.

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