What is a Gyuto, and what is it used for?

A Gyuto is a double-bevel, general-purpose Japanese chef's knife designed for versatile tasks ranging from slicing meat to chopping vegetables.

At K&S, you can find 306 Gyuto options ranging from about $100 to over $10,000 AUD (collectible item), with popular in-stock models like the Hatsukokoro Ryuhyo SG2 Damascus Blue Gyuto 210mm ($340) and the more affordable Kouki Blue2 Kurouchi Gyuto 150mm ($128). These knives typically feature steels like VG10, SG2, Blue#2, and White#2, and are made by brands such as Sakai Takayuki, Masamoto Sohonten, and Yoshimi Kato.