A Honesuki knife is a Japanese-style boning knife, specifically designed for poultry but versatile enough to handle other tasks such as trimming meat and filleting fish. Unlike Western boning knives, the Honesuki typically has a thicker and sturdier blade, which makes it exceptionally durable for cutting through joints and bones. The blade is often triangular and single-beveled, allowing for precise cuts and easy maneuverability around bones and cartilage.