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As with other types of knives, choosing the right filleting knife can be a tough challenge. In this article, I will go through some of the details which make the fillet knives great. Also for those, who never used a filleting knife, there is an introductory section worth reading.<\/p>\n

Further down the road, you will find my personal top list based primarily on fillet knife reviews<\/strong> by customers, my experience, and research. If questions arise, please use the comment section below to ask me.<\/p>\n

In a hurry? Check out our top picks!<\/span>
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Preview<\/th>\n Product<\/th>\n <\/th>\n <\/tr>\n <\/thead>\n
\n \n \"Buck\n <\/a>\n <\/td>\n \n Buck Knives 0028BLS Clearwater 9-Inch Fishing Fillet Knife <\/a>\n <\/td>\n \n Check Current Price<\/a> <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n\n \n
\n \n \"W\u00dcSTHOF\n <\/a>\n <\/td>\n \n W\u00dcSTHOF Classic 7 Inch Fillet Knife with Leather Sheath | Thin 7\" Fish Fillet Knife | Precision... <\/a>\n <\/td>\n \n Check Current Price<\/a> <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n\n \n
\n \n \"Zwilling\n <\/a>\n <\/td>\n \n Zwilling J.A. Henckels Zwilling J.A Fillet Knife, 7 Inch, Black <\/a>\n <\/td>\n \n Check Current Price<\/a> <\/td>\n <\/tr>\n\n <\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n

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What Is a Fillet Knife?<\/h2>\n

A fillet knife is typically a knife that helps with filleting. With its very thin and flexible blade, it is much easier to fillet a fish or a piece of meat than with a traditional chefs or boning knife. Therefore, if you love delicious dishes made of fish, you should think of adding a filleting knife to your knife selection. It will make your life easier.<\/p>\n

The blade is pretty much always made of stainless steel, measures between 5 to 11 inches, and is quite narrow. It also has a sharp tip and is usually not serrated, although a serrated blade may be useful for bigger fish. The blades cannot be made of ceramic because ceramic blades are not flexible, and flexibility is needed for filleting knives.<\/p>\n

The handle of the knife can be made of various materials. Most often, they are made of stainless steel, hardwood, or plastic. Hardwood is often not the best choice, because it can get slippery and there is a chance that it will absorb some of the fish odor. However, that is usually not the case when it comes to a high-quality filleting knife. Just be sure to read some fillet knife reviews<\/strong> should you decide to go the cheaper route.<\/p>\n

The flexibility of the blade is the main reason, why this knife is useful, because of it, it can reach places that would be very hard to reach with a rigid thick knife. Trying to fillet a fish with a chef’s knife could lead to the utter destruction of the fish. Given the rising prices of fish, it’s probably not something you would want to do. Mind you, even the best filleting knife will not make filleting a breeze. It will still require a bit of experience. In case you lack the experience, try to watch a video or two to see how professional cooks fillet the fish.<\/p>\n

Apart from fish filleting, the filleting knife can be used for other meats as well. It will serve well for deboning or for chicken or beef filleting<\/strong>. Overall, it’s a good choice when you need to cut thin even slices. It can even be used as a substitute for a ham knife needed for slicing the delicious Spanish Jamon dried ham. In case of emergency, the santoku knife<\/a> can be used for some filleting tasks as well.<\/p>\n

The maintenance of a filleting knife is pretty much the same as with any other knife. It’s always recommended to hand-wash the knife after use, dry it with a clean cloth, and put it back in storage. A dishwasher can be harmful to stainless steel knives.<\/p>\n

Top 5 Best Fillet Knives<\/h2>\n

Here is a selection of the best 5 filleting knives based on my criteria and customer reviews. The list will be kept updated, so come and visit the page later for newer recommendations.<\/p>\n

Wusthof Classic 7-Inch Fillet Knife<\/h3>\n\n
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\n \n W\u00dcSTHOF Classic 7 Inch Fillet Knife with Leather Sheath | Thin 7\" Fish Fillet Knife | Precision Forged High-Carbon Stainless Steel German Made Fish Knife \u2013 Model <\/a>\n
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