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What are Boning Knives?

Boning Knives are specialised kitchen knives that are designed to remove bones from meat and fish with precision and ease. They have a narrow, curved blade that allows for precise cuts around bones and joints to remove them. Boning kitchen knives can come in different types, including flexible and stiff-bladed options, to suit different types of meats and cuts.

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Vogue Soft Grip Boning Knife 13cm

SKU: GD754
Availability: Next Day
£14.70 ex VAT
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£14.70 ex VAT

Blade Length: 5″. Weight: 70g

Blade Length: 5". Weight: 70g

Vogue Pro Boning Knife 15cm

SKU: GH524
Availability: Next Day
£15.40 ex VAT
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£15.40 ex VAT

Blade Length: 6″

Blade Length: 6"

Boning Knives Helps to reduce waste

They allow for more precise cuts, which reduces waste and saves you money. By removing bones and fat more efficiently, you can get more meat out of each cut, and this means less food waste in your kitchen.

Boning Knives help to create a clean and professional cut

Additionally, using a boning knife can result in a cleaner and more professional-looking cut and slice of meat, which is important for presentation. A Boning knife also makes it easier to remove bones without slicing the meat, resulting in an even slice with better texture and flavour.

Boning Knives help to reduce cross-contamination

Using the same knife to cut raw meat and then using it to cut vegetables, for example, can contaminate the vegetables with harmful bacteria. By having a separate boning knife specifically for cutting meat products and fish, you can reduce the risk of cross-contamination and ensure food safety.

Different types of Boning Knife Blades

Another benefit of using a boning knife is the way that it can make the task of deboning easier and faster. The narrow, curved blade of a boning knife allows for more precise cuts, making it easier to separate the meat from the bone. This is especially important when working with tougher cuts of meat, which can be difficult to debone with a regular knife.

Flexible Boning Knives

Flexible Boning Knives are ideal for filleting fish or removing bones from poultry, as they can manoeuvre stiff blade around curves and joints with ease. Unlike stiff-bladed boning knives, flexible boning knives have a more pliable blade, allowing for more manoeuvrability around curves and joints.

A Quality Blade For Tougher Cuts Of Meat

A Stiff blade is better suited for tougher cuts of meat, as it can apply a lot more force close to the bone without bending. Some boning knives have a sort of combination blade, with a flexible tip and a stiffer base, which allows a way for more versatility when working with a range of different types of meat and fish.

Boning Knives with Various Handles

The handle of a boning knife is just as important as the blade itself. A comfortable handle can make it easier to use the knife for extended periods, while a poorly designed handle can lead to discomfort or even injury. Handle materials can vary, but common options include wood, plastic, and rubber.

Wooden Handles

Wooden handles can be a stylish and comfortable addition to your knife collection, but they tend to require more maintenance and can be prone to cracking over time. Plastic and rubber handles are easier to clean and maintain and can provide a more secure grip.

Boning Blades Length and Shape

When it comes to blade length, price and shape, there are a few important factors to consider when you pick a boning knife. Blade length can impact the price and how well the knife works for your specific needs.

A Longer Blade Can Be Better

A longer blade is better for larger cuts of meat, while a shorter blade is better for more precise cuts. The length of the blade on flexible boning knives can range from 5 inches to 7 inches in length, depending on the price and type of meat or fish you plan to prepare.

Knife Blade Shape is Important

The shape of the blade is also important to consider. Some boning knives have a sharp tip, which is useful for making a clean and professional cut, while others have a curved tip for manoeuvring around bones, skin and joints.

Curved Blade for Deboning Poultry

A curved blade is better for deboning poultry, while a knife with a straight blade is better for cutting larger cuts of meat and fat. A blade with a pointed tip is useful for making low-precision cuts, while a knife with a rounded tip is better for filleting fish.

Boning Knife Thickness

Another important factor to consider when it comes to blade shape is the thickness of the blade. Some boning knives have a thin blade that allows for more precise cuts, while others have thicker blades that can handle tougher cuts of meat and its fat.

Thinner Blades For filleting

A thinner blade is better for slicing and filleting fish, while a thicker blade is better for deboning and cutting larger cuts of skin and meat.

Consider the size of the cuts you'll be working with, their length as well as the level of precision required for the task. By selecting a boning knife with the right blade length and shape, you'll be able to prepare meat and fish with ease, comfort and precision.

Other Important Features Of Boning Knives

A boning knife with a full tang (where the blade extends into the handle) can provide better balance and control, while a boning knife with a bolster (a thick piece of metal between sharp tip of the blade and handle) can add extra weight and stability.

Some brands of boning knives also have a non-stick coating, which can make cleaning easier and reduce the risk of cross-contamination for butchers.

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