Dexter Russell Traditional 4 1/2" Fish Knife 10030 1674

The Dexter Russell Traditional 4 1/2" Fish Knife is a timeless essential for precise seafood and small game processing, blending classic American craftsmanship with practical performance. Crafted from high-carbon steel, its 4 1/2-inch blade features a hand-honed, rounded point for safe, controlled slicing that glides through flesh without piercing delicate areas like roe sacs. The beechwood handle, secured with polished brass compression rivets, offers a comfortable, ergonomic grip that develops a warm patina over time, ensuring fatigue-free use during extended sessions. At 9 inches overall, this knife from Dexter-Russell's storied Traditional line—forged since 1818—delivers unmatched flexibility and edge retention, though its carbon steel construction requires diligent care to ward off rust.

Key Uses and Applications

This versatile fish knife excels in scenarios demanding finesse over brute force, making it a favorite among anglers, home cooks, and professional fishmongers. Its primary applications include:

• Fish Filleting and Processing: Ideal for scaling, gutting, and filleting small to medium panfish like perch or trout, with the rounded tip preventing accidental punctures while maximizing meat yield.
• Small Game Skinning: Doubles as a "beaver skinner" for trimming hides on small animals, offering precise cuts close to the bone without tearing delicate tissues.
• Seafood Prep in Kitchens: Perfect for portioning fish fillets, removing pin bones, or trimming excess fat from brisket and other meats, ensuring clean, efficient workflows in commercial or home settings.
• Outdoor and Utility Tasks: Handles camp-side slicing of fresh catches or even non-food items like trimming fibrous materials, providing reliable performance in wet, rugged conditions.

For enduring sharpness, hand-wash immediately after use, dry thoroughly, apply a light coat of mineral oil, and store in a dry environment; fine steel wool restores minor stains. Praised by users for its longevity, this heirloom-quality tool captures the enduring appeal of Traditional cutlery.

Wooden handle knives are the most popular handle material in the world. The Traditional line of cutlery has stood the test of time and is the choice of many who appreciate the feel of a wood handle. This Traditional Knife features a high-carbon steel blade. Including an individually ground and honed edge for just the right flexibility and durability. Unique edge geometry ensures a long lasting blade edge, and easily restored performance every time it’s sharpened. The handles are durable and require minimal maintenance if cared for properly, these knives will last you a lifetime. There is something to be said for great American made knives that have been used since the early 1800’s. Made in USA.

• Superior blade shape for easier slicing
• Unique edge geometry for long lasting, easily restored performance
• Hand honed to the ultimate edge
• Formed handle for comfort and functionality
• Polished Rosewood handles
• Large brass compression rivets