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Kershaw · Fillet Knives
Kershaw Clearwater II Fillet Knife, 9 in, 420J2 Stainless
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Size: 9"
- 9"
- 7 in
- Item weight
- 3.5 Ounces
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A 9-inch stainless steel fillet knife with a trailing point blade, designed for filleting large freshwater and saltwater fish.
The Kershaw Clearwater is a 9-inch fixed-blade fillet knife with a satin 420J2 stainless blade and a trailing point for working along bones and skin. A full-tang build and a slip-resistant co-polymer handle keep it controllable with wet hands at the cleaning table or on the boat. It comes with a molded ABS sheath with a belt loop, and its 14.25-inch overall length suits larger freshwater and saltwater fish like bass, catfish and snapper.
Best for
- Cleaning and filleting large salmon, snapper and saltwater fish
- Anglers who catch fish regularly and process their own catch
- Slicing through skin and bones with minimal blade flex
Skip if
- You only catch and release
- You need a small blade for panfish cleaning
Strengths
- 9-inch blade handles large fish fillets without repeated strokes
- 420J2 stainless steel resists corrosion in saltwater conditions
- Trailing point design glides through fish skin and meat with precision
Trade-offs
- Large 9-inch blade is difficult to control on small fish under 2 lbs
- Stainless steel is harder to sharpen than carbon steel
- Co-polymer handle can slip when wet despite grooved design
Specifications
| Type | fillet knife |
|---|---|
| Blade length | 9 in |
| Blade material | 420J2 stainless steel |
| Blade shape | Trailing point |
| Total length | 14.25 in |
| Weight | 3.5 oz |
| Handle | Co-polymer |
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