Fillet knife
FishingA thin, flexible blade for cleaning and filleting fish you keep.
- Approx. cost
- $15–$80
- Weight
- 3–7 oz
- Used in
- 2 kits
Purpose
Process kept fish cleanly at camp or the cleaning station.
Used in kits
- Alaskan Float Trip Fishing Kit
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- Ice Fishing Day Kit
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Alternatives
- Fixed blade knife— Works but far less suited to filleting.
Maintenance notes
- Rinse and dry; keep it very sharp and sheathed.
Buying considerations
- Blade length should match the fish you clean.
- A rigid sheath is a safety must in a bag.
⚠️ Safety notes
- A sharp, flexible blade slips easily — cut on a stable surface, away from your holding hand.
Page history & editing
Revision status: approved Last edited 2026-07-01 by human editor