The most essential knife for the kitchen which no chef can be without. The gyutos meaning is “Cow sword” in Japan as gyu means “Beef” and to means “Sword” this is also known as a Chef’s knife or French knife. It is the one and first knife all chef’s/cooks needs in their kitchen. When buying your first gyuto you have to consider how and what will be built around your first knife as it will do the majority of the work in your kitchen.

Glestain knives are crafted from high-carbon stainless steel, specifically Acuto steel (440A), which undergoes a sub-zero manufacturing process to achieve a Rockwell hardness of 58-59. This treatment ensures a durable and sharp edge.

One of Glestain’s most notable features is the rectangular-shaped dimples ground into one side of the blade. These dimples reduce surface tension, preventing starchy foods like potatoes and cheese from sticking to the blade, thereby enhancing cutting efficiency.

Weight: 290g

Handle Material: Black pakka wood

Handle Length: 120mm (4.7")

Blade Length: 244mm (9.6")

Blade Depth: 50mm

Thickness at spine: 2.2mm

Thickness at tip: 0.3mm

Cutting Edge: Double 50/50 (hollow ground)

Blade Material: Acuto 440 stainless steal

Hardness (Rockwell scale): 58 - 60