Rapala PGEF1 Fillet Knife
- Fillet Knife
- 1
- Stainless Steel
- Multi
- More reviewed than 81%
A straightforward stainless fillet knife in a practical 7 inch length with a case included, fit for freshwater and light-duty filleting.
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How it ranks among the 74 fillet knifes we track
4.5★ across 1,100 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Overview
The Rapala PGEF1 is a 7 inch stainless steel fillet knife sold with a matching case, sized for cleaning panfish and small to mid-size fish at the dock or campsite. It weighs about a pound including the case, light enough for extended filleting sessions.
Fillet knives are graded largely by blade length and flex, and the spec sheet lists a 7 inch blade on a 7.5 inch overall length, a middle-ground size that suits walleye, bass and trout more than large saltwater species that call for a 9 inch or longer blade. The included case covers storage and transport, useful since a bare fillet blade is a hazard loose in a tackle bag.
- 7 inch stainless steel blade
- 7.5 inch overall length
- Sold with a knife case
- About 1 pound total weight
Who it's for
Anglers who fillet freshwater panfish, walleye or trout and want a dedicated knife instead of a kitchen blade. Less suited to filleting large saltwater fish where a longer, stiffer blade works faster.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Includes a protective case
- 7 inch blade suits mid-size freshwater fish
- Stainless steel resists rust from fish handling
- Blade flex and handle material not specified
- No listed reviews to confirm edge retention
Performance notes
A 7 inch stainless blade sits in the middle of the fillet knife size range, short enough to control on smaller fish but long enough to clear a decent fillet in one pass. Stainless steel resists corrosion from fish slime and rinse water better than carbon steel, though it still needs honing to stay sharp through repeated use.
Specifications
| Brand | Rapala |
|---|---|
| Model | PGEF1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1 pound |
| Length | 7.5 inches |
| Size | 7 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Multi |
| Included components | |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Special | Knife and Case |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in fillet knifes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rapala PGEF1 Fillet KnifeThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 1,100 | 3.8 / 5 |
| HOSHANHO 7 inch Fillet KnifeHOSHANHO | 4.7 / 5 | 3,900 | 4.5 / 5 |
| BUBBA 1095705 Fillet KnifeBubba | 4.7 / 5 | 6,300 | 4.4 / 5 |
| KastKing Fishing Knives-3 Fillet KnifeKastKing | 4.6 / 5 | 2,700 | 4.4 / 5 |
| WORKPRO W125223AE Fillet KnifeWORKPRO | 4.7 / 5 | 828 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Rapala PGEF1
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What size fish is the Rapala PGEF1 fillet knife built for?
Its 7 inch blade suits panfish, walleye, bass and trout sized catches rather than large saltwater fish that need a longer blade.
Does the Rapala PGEF1 come with a sheath?
Yes, it is sold as a knife and case set according to the listing.
What is the PGEF1 made from?
The blade is stainless steel, per the manufacturer's listed material spec.