Japanese Gyuto Knives

In Japanese, Gyuto literally means slicer. This is why the Gyuto knife with its large blade was considered from the beginning as the knife for slicing vegetables. Today, this Japanese knife is often considered the equivalent of the Western chef's knife. Both knives are very versatile and are used for cutting meat, fish and vegetables. True to ancestral Japanese know-how, Maison Damas offers you high-end Gyuto knives that are both efficient and elegant.

Why use Gyuto knives in the kitchen?

Like the Western chef's knife, the Japanese Gyuto knife has a long, tapered, pointed blade. But the Gyuto knife 's blade has unique advantages for clean and agile cutting.

Gyuto knives: fine and precise cutting

The blade length of the Gyuto knife can reach 30 cm. This blade is sharpened at 15° on both sides. Compared to 20 to 22° for the Western chef's knife. Thanks to this sharpening angle, the Japanese knife has a very effective fine edge. With Gyuto knives, you can slice your vegetables, chop them or mince them quickly and effortlessly. The efficiency and length of their blade have extended this original use to the fine and precise cutting of meat or fish.

The balance between the handle and the blade makes the Gyuto knife easy to handle. It also allows a controlled swinging movement that is very useful for slicing or chopping vegetables. This is why this Japanese knife appeals to both chefs and cooking enthusiasts. With a Gyuto knife , you have a versatile knife with a very effective cutting edge. Its traditional design pays homage to the spirit of Japanese craftsmanship.

Maison Damas: high-performance and elegant Damascus steel Gyuto knives

Since its inception, Maison Damas has been manufacturing Japanese knives with an unrivaled demand for efficiency. The choice of Damascus steel is part of this objective. Forged in 67 layers, Damascus steel produces a formidable edge. Maison Damas Gyuto knives thus have a clean, fast and agile cutting quality.

Thanks to the layers of Damascus steel, the blade of a Gyuto knife at Maison Damas has a high level of retention. Our blade has a resistance of between 60 and 62 HRC. This is why our Gyuto knife is not only efficient, but also durable.

Maison Damas combines functionality and elegance. You will find a rare aesthetic in our range of Gyuto knives. The Damascus steel blades show on their faces the evidence of their passage in the forge. Waves or waves, the patterns present on the blade mark our attachment to Japanese refinement. You will also appreciate the elegant sobriety of the handle of each Gyuto knife . In wood or metal, our handle is comfortable and firm for a secure grip.

What are the selection criteria for a Gyuto knife?

Used today as a Western chef's knife, the Gyuto knife must meet high quality standards. In particular its sharpness. There are two types of blade for Gyuto knives: carbon steel blade or stainless steel blade. A high carbon content contributes to the effectiveness of a knife's sharpness. For its part, stainless steel helps protect the knife from corrosion. Maison Damas combines the effectiveness of Damascus carbon steel and durability thanks to a VG10 stainless steel core.

The length of the blade can be a selection criterion for you. What type of meat, fish or vegetables do you want to cut? A large blade allows you, for example, to cut your thickest ingredients in one pass. If you want a very versatile Gyuto knife in the kitchen, choose a blade length of 23 to 25 cm.

Finally, the choice of a Gyuto knife is not trivial. With this chef's knife, you work in the continuity of great Japanese masters. Prefer the soul of a handcrafted Gyuto knife rather than the low price of an industrial product. Cooking is an art sensitive to materials and their work.

Maison Damas online store: the choice of quality for your future Gyuto knife

Proud of its craftsmanship, Maison Damas guarantees the blade of its Gyuto knives for life. The 67 layers of Damascus steel make our Japanese knives long-lasting companions. Chef or cooking enthusiast, Maison Damas is committed to your kitchen.

In our online shop, our Gyuto knives are often purchased in combination with other Japanese knives. Discover the qualities of the Nakiri knife for chopping your vegetables or those of the Kiritsuke knife, the knife of the experienced Japanese chef.

Free shipping is available for any purchase over 60 euros. And you can have a payment option in three installments. At Maison Damas, we believe that the quality of a kitchen knife is not negotiable. On the other hand, we want to make the purchase price easier.