Forums59
Topics1,056,545
Posts14,270,176
Members144,587
|
Most Online39,925 Dec 30th, 2023
|
|
electric fillet knives
#7406355
04/12/12 11:50 PM
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 507
Jeff_W
OP
Pro Angler
|
OP
Pro Angler
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 507 |
Who makes the best electric fillet knife for crappie? Have been catching so many lately i burned mine up! lol
|
|
Re: electric fillet knives
[Re: Jeff_W]
#7406477
04/13/12 12:22 AM
|
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 5,736
RedTopLady
TFF Celebrity
|
TFF Celebrity
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 5,736 |
Everyone has their favorite after using a few. I have probably had one of every brand. My favorite is the one that fits my hand the best. I have small hands and the design of knives makes some of them impossible to hold onto. That being said, I like Mr. Twister brand the best for fit and how long it lasts. My last knife I bought the Saltwater version and I think I have fileted more Crappie with it than the other version.
Rapala makes a fantastic knife too but the power seems to slow down while using it.
American Angler makes a great knife for power and blades and length of life, getting harder to find though. I love the Shark Blades.
All in all, opinions of a few of my friends and family included... best knife is the one(s) that have a good feel in your hand.
|
|
Re: electric fillet knives
[Re: Bobcat1]
#7406534
04/13/12 12:35 AM
|
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 3,306
Bittercreek
TFF Team Angler
|
TFF Team Angler
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 3,306 |
Black and Decker!! As the man stated.
|
|
Re: electric fillet knives
[Re: Jeff_W]
#7406556
04/13/12 12:41 AM
|
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 162
C.M.Fish
Outdoorsman
|
Outdoorsman
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 162 |
I'm sure you will get quite a few on here saying to just get a Black and Decker from Walmart (they're about $12.00) and they will say that for as cheap as they are, if you burn one up just get another, they're only $12.00...and that's ALL THERE WORTH! I had to replace mine Sunday, went with the B&D...noticed first that the blades had a little play once seated in the motor...1st 3 fish went fine and then the blades began mutilating the meat...they were so serrerated and flimsy...that the flesh was getting between them and seperating the blades, making two cuts into the fillets as they worked down...the only thing good about the knife was the motor speed and the way it felt in my hand...I cleaned the blades...same thing happend...some will say that you may have to go through a few (exchanging them) until you get a good one...but to me...having to go the store 2-3 times until I find the right 12 dollar knife...isn't worth it...  For the money...I would go with a Mr. Twister...decent motor speed...decent blades...won't break the bank...that's what I would have picked up but it was Easter Sunday and Academy was closed so I had to go back to Wally World and rather than take a chance on a little more expensive Hamilton Beach...I found that they had their Rappala Delux Kit (extra blades, 12 volt conversion attachment, etc) on clearance for $48...so I went with it...good blades, felt great in hand...did 20 fish, never got warm...the only thing I wish was better would be the speed and torque...but the blades are so good...just let 'em work and all was good...anyways....sorry the rant...but that's my  Oh and P.S. I've heard that American Angler makes a really good one..but they're a little expensive and harder to find...I think you have to order them online nowadays...
|
|
Re: electric fillet knives
[Re: Jeff_W]
#7406780
04/13/12 01:28 AM
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 507
Jeff_W
OP
Pro Angler
|
OP
Pro Angler
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 507 |
I have had just about all of them and hate to say it but the black and decker was my favorite. Rapala seems like it doesnt have enough motor speed and doesnt cut fast. the only problem i have with the B and D is i usually wear out the pieces that hold in the blades and the come out when using! I just liked the way the blades were flimsy and could curve them to cut close to the bone. thanks for all the suggestions!
|
|
Re: electric fillet knives
[Re: Jeff_W]
#7406929
04/13/12 01:53 AM
|
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 37
PfishingTexas
Outdoorsman
|
Outdoorsman
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 37 |
|
|
Re: electric fillet knives
[Re: Jeff_W]
#7406988
04/13/12 02:03 AM
|
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 1,691
AggieKenny
Extreme Angler
|
Extreme Angler
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 1,691 |
|
|
Re: electric fillet knives
[Re: AggieKenny]
#7407040
04/13/12 02:10 AM
|
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 19,721
Bobcat1
TFF Guru
|
TFF Guru
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 19,721 |
No matter which one you choose, spray the blades with PAM. leanin post taught me this and it works. I have a buddy fishin farmer that has been using the same Black and Decker 3 years. I buy them 2 at a time and they last a lot longer that way.
Bobby Barnett
|
|
Re: electric fillet knives
[Re: Jeff_W]
#7407064
04/13/12 02:17 AM
|
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 817
Coreywms
Pro Angler
|
Pro Angler
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 817 |
Yep, black & decker with pam to lubricate the blades.
|
|
Re: electric fillet knives
[Re: Jeff_W]
#7407190
04/13/12 02:39 AM
|
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 273
eightball
Angler
|
Angler
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 273 |
the american angler is a good knife, and made here in the states !
|
|
Re: electric fillet knives
[Re: Jeff_W]
#7409121
04/13/12 04:36 PM
|
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 105
gillnet1
Outdoorsman
|
Outdoorsman
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 105 |
|
|
Re: electric fillet knives
[Re: Jeff_W]
#7409134
04/13/12 04:38 PM
|
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 5,108
Duck_Jerky
TFF Celebrity
|
TFF Celebrity
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 5,108 |
I use the American Angler...and always carry extra set of blades with you 
|
|
Re: electric fillet knives
[Re: Duck_Jerky]
#7410018
04/13/12 08:19 PM
|
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 4,834
DaveB
TFF Team Angler
|
TFF Team Angler
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 4,834 |
I use the American Angler...and always carry extra set of blades with you That is what I use as well. Where are you getting your replacement blades Brian? I can't find them @ Academy or Walmart anymore. Seems to be getting harder to find replacement blades.
Keep on fishing.
|
|
Moderated by banker-always fishing, chickenman, Derek 🐝, Duck_Hunter, Fish Killer, J-2, Jacob, Jons3825, JustWingem, Nocona Brian, Toon-Troller, Uncle Zeek, Weekender1
|