I’ve been using a Rapala fillet knife and sharpen it on a wet stone before every fishing trip. However, I’m not really happy with it. What is your go to fillet knife. There’s got to be a better knife out there. I’m looking at a Dexter 8-inch fillet knife, and they seem to have good reviews. Also, what is a good glove to use while filleting that HOLDS the fish while filleting.
Dexter is what ALL commercial guys use. I like mine, but most of us have gone to electric knives. Mine is an American Angler 110v. Lots of people use cordless, too. I have never needed a glove when using electric - the blade just glides through.
Like the old saying about fishermen goes, the first liar doesn’t stand a chance. 
If you ask 10 fishermen what their favorite filet knife is, you’re likely going to get at least 7 or 8 brands/models to choose from. For me, I’ve been using Bubba knives for about 10 years now. They have never let me down. I have 3 on my boat; two fixed blade and one 4-blade electric set.
My electric is this model:
The two fixed blade models are these:
I also carry this sharpener on the boat for the two fixed blades.
I do 95% of my fish cleaning chores with the electric. The fixed blade knives are used mostly for removing the rib bones from the fillets after they are removed with the electric. WARNING: They are NOT the least expensive knives you can buy, but IMHO, they are worth every penny. The electric set comes with 2 batteries and I have never been left high and dry while filleting fish.
I have had at least 4 other brands of electrics and all of them failed within 5 years. The Bubba is still going strong after at least 10. Good luck with making a choice.
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I love my Dexter. I have problems keeping a hold most knifes and the grip on the Dexter is a bit oversized and grippy. As for the blade it will hold an edge for quit a while. I do only use it only trout and kokanne so I am not going though big rid bones like you would if you were filleting warm water fish.
I was caught in a moment of weakness at a home show and bought a 130$ cutco filet knife and have to admit it’s the best knife I’ve used for filets. Its sharp as a razor and has a lifetime guarantee and free sharpening for life. Probably the last one Ill ever need to buy.
I also have a Cutco filet knife; it has an extendable blade and comes with its own sheath. We have a Cutco kitchen knife selection which my wife inherited that dates back to the first made by Cutco. Added to the kitchen selection are some more up to date modern Cutco knives. Also keep a simple sharpener on the boat.