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Product Overview

  • Durable high-carbon steel, semi-stiff blade
  • Individually ground and honed
  • Slip resistant polypropylene handle
  • Impenetrable grip-to-blade seal
UPC Code:392187316099

Skillfully slice through meat with this Dexter-Russell Basics 8" narrow semi-stiff fillet knife with white handle.

If you need to remove bones from poultry, meat, or fish, this reliable fillet knife is sure to get the job done! An ideal addition to your restaurant, deli, or catering kitchen, this fillet knife is sure to help you expertly prepare your dishes.

  • Hand Wash Only

    Hand Wash Only

    To preserve quality, this item should only be hand-washed and sanitized.

  • NSF Listed

    NSF Listed

    This item has been certified by NSF International to meet applicable product standards on public safety, health, and / or the environment.

Ergonomic Handle

The white, molded poly handle provides a comfortable, secure grip to prevent potential cuts and injuries. It's also sealed onto the blade to reduce bacteria growth and provide greater sanitation.

Narrow Semi-Stiff Blade

While the knife's narrow blade is great for making deep cuts and holes, its semi-stiff design allows you to easily pierce and debone beef and pork with ease. Plus, its high-carbon, stainless steel blade is exceptional at holding a precise edge, minimizing the amount of time spent resharpening.

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Overall Dimensions:
Blade Length:
8 Inches
Handle Length:
5 Inches
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Customer Reviews

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars

37 Customer Reviews

33 reviews rated this 5 out of 5 stars.

4 reviews rated this 4 out of 5 stars.

0 reviews rated this 3 out of 5 stars.

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Customers Say

Customers appreciate this fillet knife for its sharpness, durability, and affordability. It's favored for various tasks, including filleting fish and trimming meat, with a comfortable handle and easy maintenance. While opinions on handle quality vary, its performance in both professional and home kitchens is consistently praised. Ideal for those seeking a reliable and cost-effective option.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Scott from Thomas Farms Deer Processing

Posted on 02/22/2023

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Great for crappie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Michael S.

Posted on 03/11/2022

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Wow this knife is sharp. It holds an edge for a very long time as well. The handle is sturdy and feels comfortable in your hand.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Alexander K.

Posted on 10/11/2019

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This is a perfect filleting knife for a beginner or to have around a kitchen where there are multiple people using it. The handle is very comfortable and lightweight and the blade is nice and sharp

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Alphonso P.

Posted on 07/29/2019

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This is a great filet knife it keeps a sharp blade and edge as long as you take pride in keeping it up it is great for the price and I would recommend this knife to anyone

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Anastasiia R.

Posted on 05/23/2019

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Nice at affordable price and good quality. For me it is very important to have a very sharp knife in hand when i am cooking.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Brent S.

Posted on 03/30/2019

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I purchased this knife for fishing. They’re pretty much the standard. I love this knife. I’m not the only one. My wife stole it for the kitchen. Had to reorder.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Review by

Richard W. from Giant Pizza

Posted on 02/25/2019

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This is a very inexpensive fillet knife. I use it to butterfly boneless chicken breasts. I give it a quick sharpening before each use. You can buy better and more expensive knives, but this will get the job done.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Review by

Cindy B. from Ecola Seafood

Posted on 02/11/2019

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Good fillet knife. Very sharp the first few uses but then needs to be resharped each day. So far it holds it's edge for a day or so of use.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Oleg F. from JULIA

Posted on 11/05/2018

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The fillet knife is very helpful in a bakery. I love work with the knife. It works very easy and accurate. Thanks for fast delivery.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Emily E. from Audible Imagery

Posted on 06/27/2018

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This is a great knife, it has an excellent edge that stays sharp. The handle feels a bit cheap but it is still great quality for the cost.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Richard F.

Posted on 03/29/2018

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This is sturdy and cuts well, and is longer than my mental image had it at. It's also a good price, and seems like it's going to last quite a while. The handle cleans up easily as well.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Amanda E.

Posted on 02/08/2018

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Purchased this for trimming up meat and chicken breasts from the grocery store. This knife is super sharp and has just enough flexibility to make trimming fat a quick job.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Jean H.

Posted on 01/13/2018

Dexter- Russell has been a brand that has exceeded my expectations for years. I couldn't have been happier with the quality of this knife. It is very well made and the blade is firm. It cuts well and the blade stays sharp, with minimum need to sharpen it. The handle fits great in your hand.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Jerry B.

Posted on 12/14/2017

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Dexter-Russell Is a great and trusted name in knives. This 8" narrow semi stiff knife is a great one to have in any kitchen. It is super sharp and can cut meat paper thin. This is one of my favorites in my kitchen.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Bistro L. from P2B

Posted on 11/06/2017

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If you’re looking for a nice 8 inch narrow so much stiffer fillet knife this is a good one to get that has a really nice economical price on it which is great for using a high pace restaurants

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Terry V. from TGV Wild Game Processing

Posted on 10/30/2017

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these Dexter-Russell knives are outstanding.. we purchase some every year and the ones we bought over 3 years ago are still just as sharp and easy to handle as the new ones we purchased this year.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Ryan V. from Backwater

Posted on 10/24/2017

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Good knife for cutting anything tough. Not the best knife for doing fine filet's but it gets the job done. Fits well in the hand.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Russell H.

Posted on 05/11/2017

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This blade came right of the package sharp as a razor; as I expected it to. I'm a professional chef who works with fresh fish every day and love it's flexibility of blade and that I can put it in the dishwasher after each type of fish I use it on. I use it the most to clean Norwegian Salmon Fillets after I have skinned them. It also comes with a lifetime guarantee that no one can beat. I have had to use that guarantee in the past. That's why I come back to this knife and it's maker

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Volker H. from Sdf

Posted on 04/29/2017

Great kife. The blade holds a good edge. Its very thin and flexible. Amazing knife for the price. Perfect for small to medium sized fish.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Christopher A. from Mesa Grande Taqueria

Posted on 12/15/2016

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\We fillet cases upon cases of chicken breast and steaks every day. this has been a very reliable and affordable filet knife through the years.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Michael S.

Posted on 09/13/2016

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The 8" semi stiff fillet knife is very good. It is nice and sharp and works great fabricating meat, chicken or filleting fish. An easy to clean.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Jeffrey R.

Posted on 08/31/2016

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This is a great filet knife for the money. Great quality, I've had it for about a year now and it has held up well. It makes skinning salmon a breeze. I would definitely recommend this to a friend.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Willy H.

Posted on 06/30/2016

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What a great sharp Fillet knife. These Dexter Russel Knives are probably used in more commercial fish houses around the world than any other. Buy it. You'll be glad you did...

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Phil R. from Oak Hill Bulk Foods, Inc.

Posted on 06/04/2016

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This fillet knife is good quality. It stays sharp, is easy to clean, and the handle has a great grip. We highly recommend this knife!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Julia W. from Jwhitten31 On Youtube

Posted on 03/01/2016

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Using the Dexter-Russell 31609 8" Narrow Semi-Stiff Fillet Knife with White Handle to cut celery. The blades on the knife make it so easy to cut the celery. Does a great job. Shipped fast.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Review by

Michael P. from Mike's Mindful Plate

Posted on 12/17/2015

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Dexter Russel is a familiar brand in most kitchens, and this knife makes deboning chicken and other meat processing tasks fast. A workhorse of a knife that comes with lots of knife services.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Steve K.

Posted on 08/29/2015

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for the price this might be the best filet knife i ever got. it sharp and just stiff enough to get the job done effectively.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Graciela G.

Posted on 05/20/2015

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This knife is big, nice sturdy handle and very sharp. Works great and it's a good tool to have handy, works very good in meats , but specially chicken.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

David S.

Posted on 04/21/2015

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I used to fish in Texas and would clean my fish at a fish cleaning station located inside the park. I often observed the professional fishing guides using these "white handled knives" while filleting their catch. I inquired and they were using the Dexter-Russell brand, which they swore by. I decided to order one and am glad I did. This fillet knife is high quality at a great price. I used it to debone chicken. Would buy it again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Stewart D.

Posted on 12/09/2014

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Very sharp and reliable. I use this to prepare chicken breast and it cuts through with ease. Holds an edge very well and sharpening is very easy.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Review by

Dawn P.

Posted on 11/17/2014

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Great for salmon! I buy salmon in bulk and I usually fillet the salmon in portion sized pieces, this knife cuts through that thick fish like buttah! Its nice and lightweight as well but I would've like a better quality handle.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Horace D.

Posted on 05/24/2014

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This knife is a Dexter which pretty much says it all. Knife arrived very sharp and has held an edge through many many fish. I use it three or four times a week.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Troy S. from Nye Square

Posted on 10/01/2013

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A very nice knife for the price! Is very sharp and durable and it seems like it will last forver! I will be purchasing these again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Miia K.

Posted on 08/26/2013

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This knife is quite sharp, as it is supposed to be. It cuts through regular raw meats like going through butter! Fileing a fish was smooth, it cut through the bones very easily. I did buy a sharpener for it, since it will need sharpening at some point, but not any time soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

J P. from The Knife Guy

Posted on 08/14/2013

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I ordered this knife because my business is on the Oregon Coast. (Salmon Country). I ordered three to see if there might be an interest. All were sold before being displayed. The fisherman in my area found out they were coming and purchased them sight unseen. When they received them they were 110% pleased. .

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Review by

Tom M.

Posted on 03/29/2012

These are ideal for the breaking down of chickens and fish on a daily level. especially at a business where the employees don't have their own knives.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Scott R. from The B And B By The Bay

Posted on 07/29/2011

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In same class as dexter russell products, cant touch price elsewhere. We belong to 'industry clubs' and they cant compare with WEBST* prices, even after shipping costs

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