Victorinox Ergonomic Swiss Fillet Knife, 6-Inch

Last updated: August 2, 2022

Victorinox Ergonomic Swiss Fillet Knife, 6-Inch
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We looked at the top Fillet Knives and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Fillet Knife you should buy.

Overall Take

This fillet knife is a handy tool for any kitchen. It can help you debone or trim meat, thanks to its pointed tip and curved edge. It also has an ergonomic non-slip handle.

In our analysis of 128 expert reviews, the Victorinox Ergonomic Swiss Fillet Knife, 6-Inch placed 3rd when we looked at the top 14 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

A TRUSTED FAVORITE Preferred by both home chefs and culinary professionals, the 6″ Fibrox Pro Boning Knife can bone thinner cuts of meat and fish with accuracy. Crafted with a comfortable handle, superior weight and balance, and a razor-sharp edge that rarely requires re-sharpening, this knife is an essential tool for every kitchen. KEY FEATURES High-quality, lightweight European steel. Handle design reduces hand and wrist fatigue. Fit for removing meat and fish from the bone. Curved and flexible blade that allows for better working angle. Non-slip patented Fibrox Pro handle for a secure and comfortable grip no matter the hand size. National Sanitary Foundation (NSF) approved and dishwasher safe. CARE AND USE Be good to your knives and they’ll be good to you. Following these simple guidelines will ensure that you get the longest life out of your knife! CLEANING Victorinox Swiss Army recommends washing all knives by hand. For best results, hand wash your knives with a soapy cloth and dry immediately. While Fibrox Pro knives are dishwasher safe, we recommend hand washing as dishwashers are designed to spray water at a relatively high pressure, which can jostle the silverware and cause the knives to collide, dulling the edge. SHARPENING For optimum performance, knives should be honed after every couple of uses. Proper and frequent use of a honing steel will keep your knives sharper and performing at their best. FORMERLY FORSCHNER In 1937 Victorinox began selling cutlery in America through a Connecticut distributor called R.H. Forschner & Co. A well-known manufacturer of butcher scales, Forschner soon became the exclusive U.S. distributor for Victorinox knives, and was the name by which Victorinox knives were known.

Expert Reviews


What experts liked

The stamped blade is constructed of high-carbon stainless steel for superb rust and corrosion resistance, and is ice-tempered to 58 HRC for durability and toughness.The sharp cutting edge has a conical grind for a wide break point – which makes deft, agile cuts close to the bone with minimal waste.
- Foodal
The knife features an ergonomic Fibronox handle that helps the user to grip the knife firmer even when the handle is wet, making it safer to use.
The main feature of this knife is its black Fibrox handle which is slip-resistant and comfortable to hold. It holds quite good in wet conditions which enhance its capability to be used in camping.It is designed for a better grip for slicing around ribs and chops. This knife is comfortable and lightweight in construction.
Fibrox handle is ergonomic and slip-resistant.
The knife is super hard and will be capable of withstanding all kinds of applications you can throw at it. We all liked the strength and we know that this company makes some of the best knives on the planet. This one isn’t different.
This product is even ice tempered so that you won’t have to always re-sharpen it. This feature sustains the sharpness longer.
The Fibrox handle minimizes wrist tension and provides better grip.
The Fibrox handle is slip-resistant, textured, and ergonomically designed for comfort and balance during usage. This knife is NSF approved and made by skilled Swiss craftsmen.
One of the best things about this knife is its fibrox handle. It has a non-slip design and is textured, making it suitable for handling as it provides comfort and support as well.
Being lightweight, this knife is comfortable to hold and do your filleting work with ease. The handle of this boning knife is slip-resistant, so there are no ways to hurt you.

What experts didn't like

This is a specialty knife; it only has one purpose.
Design is obselete.
Doesn’t have a very aesthetic design that some people might love.
There were some complaints that the blade is too dull to cut certain types of meat and fish.
However, it is recommendable for boning poultry and fish only; for bigger and sturdier meat, it is advisable to go with another type of boning knife.
Some customers have complained that the knife arrived blunt and they had to sharpen it. Some also pointed out that the knife did not retain its edge and they had to keep sharpening it to get the desired results.
Does not come with any sheath.

Our Expert Consultant

Julie Chernoff
Culinary Expert

Julie Chernoff is a long-time member of Les Dames d’Escoffier (past president of the Chicago Chapter, and current co-chair of the LDEI Legacy Awards Committee), the Association of Food Journalists (AFJ) and the International Association of Culinary Professionals.

Chernoff is the dining editor of Better, a lifestyle website and print magazine. Her journalism started in the test kitchens of Weight Watchers Magazine. She holds a BA in English from Yale University and is a graduate of the California Culinary Academy. She has spent the last few decades styling, photographing, teaching, developing recipes, editing, thinking and writing about food.

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