Fillet knife recommendation?

[HighHook94]

I have two fillet knives, a Rapala and a dexter. I can't stand the dexter knife and the Rapala is okay. I sharpen the blades every time I fillet fish. When I'm trying to get through the rib bones on a blackfish or sea bass, my two knives struggle big time, especially the dexter. I've been reading online that the Cutco fisherman's solution is one of the best fillet knives, but it is pretty pricey. I don't mind spending the money, but I'd like to know if it's worth it. Or if you have any other recommendations.

[SaltLife1980]

Bubba Blades

[MVP]

Not sure what Dexter model you are talking about
Based on application you mention the Dexter 1378 with wood handle is probably the best all around knife you can buy

[HighHook94]

The dexter knife I have has a white plastic type handle. It struggles big time trying to get through the rib cage.

[jmurr711]

Originally Posted by HighHook94

The dexter knife I have has a white plastic type handle. It struggles big time trying to get through the rib cage.

Might be the dishwasher safe one handy for trimming in kitchen buy not much else. Bubble blade works great on big ribs stripers, roaster & up tog but the good old wooden dexter is all ya need for sea bass, ling,scup,smaller togs

[bulletbob]

I have used rapala knives for decades, and always liked them fine.. guess I don't understand your cutting through the ribs??.. I have never had to cut through bones on most any saltwater fish... i always cut around the rib cage.. fillet knives are really not designed to cut through bone.. Dulls the sharp thin blades REALLY fast.. Maybe I'm all wet, but a plain old rapala has always done a good job for many of us... bob

[Irish Jigger]

Dexter 2333-9 hands down the best!!

[HighHook94]

Looks like I have the wrong Dexter knife. Seems like the wooden handled one is better? Because my plastic handled one is garbage. And Bob, I know the method you probably use for avoiding the rib bones, but I always butcher the fish when I use that method. And the Rapala gets the job done, but definitely not as good as Id like.

[jmurr711]

Look like this jawn?

[HighHook94]

Originally Posted by jmurr711

Look like this jawn?

Yup that's it. Can't stand that knife lol.