What knives are included in this set?
The set includes two knives: a 13-inch flexible fillet knife for lifting clean fillets off fish, and a 10-inch boning knife for working around bone and joints. Each comes with its own leather sheath.
What is the difference between a fillet knife and a boning knife?
A fillet knife has a long, thin, flexible blade designed to glide along the bones of a fish and separate the flesh. A boning knife has a shorter, stiffer, more controllable blade for cutting around bone and separating joints in meat.
Is 440C stainless steel good for fillet and boning knives?
Yes. 440C is a high-carbon stainless steel that takes a sharp edge and resists rust and corrosion, an excellent choice for knives that spend their time around water, fish, and raw meat.
Will these knives rust?
440C stainless steel is highly rust-resistant, so these blades hold up well to wet, messy conditions. A quick rinse and dry after each use keeps them in top shape.
How hard are the blades?
Both blades are hardened to 57 to 60 HRC, balancing good edge retention with enough toughness for flexing and bone work.
Are the knives full tang?
Yes. Both the fillet and boning knives are full tang, with the steel running the full length of the handle for strength and balance.
Is the fillet knife blade flexible?
Yes. The 13-inch fillet knife has the slim, flexible blade that defines a true fillet knife.
Do both knives come with sheaths?
Yes. Each knife in the set comes with its own handmade leather sheath.
Who is this knife set for?
This set is ideal for anglers, hunters, and home butchers who process their own fish and game, as well as anyone who wants a practical, rust-resistant pair of knives for the cleaning station or kitchen.
Is this a handmade knife set?
Yes. Both knives are made by hand by Naqash and Younas Minhas in Casper, Wyoming.