After viewing Windriver’s cool thread on filleting. I was wondering how much easier is it to use an electric fillet knife rather than a reg. fillet knife ? What brand and what should I look for (corded or rechargeable). Are they easy to use on bigger fish?
Funny you posted this subject today, I was ready to reorder a model from Anglers Best that I dearly love, but went belley up on me last year and they dont make it any more. I had ordered a different model and it was supposed to have a battery life of 45 minutes with recharge capabilities but it would only last 15 minutes at best. Now I dont know what brand or model to get either. Have looked at several, but always get mixed reviews, but, I would definately go cordless if I can find a decent one. Any one have a reccomendation for it as X2fsh also asks?
I see no reason for a rechargable . They are more expensive and all have less than an hour run time . You can get them in 12 volt DC and 110 AC . I have both , one for camping and one for home . The 6" blade is better for most fish . Thanks Curt G.
Just something about them----- no way- I have a cloth tool case that rolls up. It was 7 fillet knives in it. Just too old school I guess but I like filleting , I like sharpening my knives to a razors edge - I just like the whole deal- no electric knives for me.
I have used electric fillet knives they work great for the method that leaves the ribs in.
I prefer a really sharp fillet knife that is flexible enough to cut around the ribs. I have several different sizes for different size fish. My 6" gets the most use with perch.
Windriver
I had stubbornly resisted going to an electric fillet knife, and staying with my Cutco knife. I finally gave in, after researching the various knives. The reviews of the Rapala electric were great, so I purchased it, and have been more than happy with it. I have used it on lots of crappie and perch, and it def. saves time. I see the Mister Twister also gets good reviews. I purchased it at Cabelas here in Boise. I was told not to go with the American Angler, that lots of them are returned. By the way, the Rapala also has a 12 V. plug, so you could use it with your car or boat. Mike
Thanks for all the responses guys.
I would like to learn the around the rib method.
It will be a couple of weeks but I will make a picture tutorial when I get a chance.
Windriver
A finished fillet should be done very quickly and have nary a bone when done. Anything less isn’t filleting- it maybe fish cleaning but it isn’t filleting. You should go into a fish cleaning house on Lake Eire sometime .Some of those guys are simply amazing. If you blink you missed a perch or walleye being filleted. If you breathed your nostrils will smell like fish for days. I go back every year, I grew up there and still have a brother who guides on the lake. I tried to take my wife in but about 100 yards from the building she stopped and said if you go in , burn your clothes on the way out but I’m not getting any closer. .
I know the smell I spent three summers with a knife in my hand working in an Alaskan Salmon cannary.
Windriver
I know the smell I spent three summers with a knife in my hand working in an Alaskan Salmon cannary.
Windriver That explains why you are so good at it…we thought it was because you are always catching so many fish around here
Salmon and Halibut are easier than 5" perch.[;)]
Windriver
Which model on the Rapala did u get, ive looked at them but not sure which one might be best, Im a cheap scape but learned the hard way, you get what you pay for also. Thanks
I got the Rapala Pro Guide Deluxe electric. I just remembered that I bought it at the Walmart in Mountain Home. I had just caught way too many perch and crappie at C.J. Strike, and decided the time had come to invest in one. I lucked out and got it for about $16 cheaper than anyone else was selling them for. They regularly sell for 49.99, and come with extra blades, car or boat plug, and a really nic hard case. Also a cutting board, way too small! Hope this helps. You will lovethe knife, I promise. Mike