Experience the Specialist Blade Built for Filleting Smaller Fish
The Wüsthof Classic Fillet Knife 16cm is forged in Solingen, Germany from X50CrMoV15 steel - a shorter, flexible blade for filleting smaller fish, removing pin bones, and navigating the tight spaces around ribs and skin where a longer blade would be unwieldy.
The Specs
Steel: X50CrMoV15 high-alloy steel, forged from a single piece - 58 HRC
Edge: PEtec (Precision Edge Technology) - double-ground to 14° each side
The flexible blade bends to follow the contour of the spine and ribs, keeping the edge in constant contact with the bone for maximum yield and minimum waste. At 16cm, this is the blade for smaller fish - trout, bream, snapper, flathead - where a longer blade would be unwieldy and imprecise. PEtec sharpening grinds the edge to a precise 14° on each side. The full-tang, triple-riveted synthetic handle provides a secure grip through wet, slippery conditions. Forged from a single piece of X50CrMoV15 steel in Solingen, Germany.
Care & Maintenance
Hand wash recommended - dishwasher safe but not recommended for longevity
Dry immediately after washing
Rinse immediately after contact with fish and salt
Hone regularly with a honing steel to maintain the 14° edge
Sharpen with a whetstone or professional sharpening service when needed
Store on a magnetic strip or in a knife block to protect the edge
