Kershaw 1242GEX Curved Fillet Knife 9 in
- Length: 9 inches
- Size: 9 inches
- Material: Stainless Steel
- Pieces: 0.06 pounds
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A stainless 9 inch curved fillet blade from an established cutlery brand, sized for mid to large fish.
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ASIN: B00I0RWO6SModel: 1242GEXCategory: Fillet Knives
Overview
The Kershaw 1242GEX is a 9 inch fillet knife with a curved stainless steel blade, weighing 3.5 ounces. It is built for cutting through fish along the spine and skin rather than general kitchen use.
Kershaw is a known cutlery maker, and the curved 9 inch blade length puts this knife in the mid to large fillet size range, suited to bigger panfish through modest saltwater species.
- 9 inch curved fillet blade
- Stainless steel construction
- 3.5 ounce weight
- Kershaw 1242GEX model
Who it's for
Fits anglers filleting fish regularly enough to want a dedicated stainless blade rather than a folding pocket knife. Less suited to someone who only cleans fish occasionally and would get by with a shorter blade.
Pros and cons
- 9 inch curved blade suited to mid to large fish
- Stainless steel resists corrosion
- Light at 3.5 ounces
- No handle grip or sheath details given in the spec
Performance notes
The curved blade profile is meant to follow the contour of a fish's rib cage and skin in one motion, which is the main advantage of a dedicated fillet knife over a straight kitchen blade. Stainless steel resists the corrosion that comes with repeated contact with fish and water.
Specifications
| Brand | Kershaw |
|---|---|
| Model | 1242GEX |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Length | 9 incheslower than 57% of 45 fillet knives |
| Size | 9 incheshigher than 75% of 54 fillet knives |
| Item Weight | 0.22 poundslower than 71% of 46 fillet knives |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Included components | |
| Pieces | 0.06 pounds |
| Other details | |
| Special | Curved Fillet 9in Blade |
Closest rivals on specs
CUDA Fillet Flex Titanium Bonded Fish Knife 9 in- Item Weight 0.22 vs 0.14 pounds (+57%)
Bubba Pro Series Lithium-Ion Electric Fillet Knife- Item Weight 0.22 vs 0.63 pounds (-65%)
SORD Medium Flex Fillet Knife 7 in- Item Weight 0.22 vs 0.02 pounds (+1000%)
- Length 9 vs 12.5 inches (-28%)
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Kershaw 1242GEX blade?
9 inches, with a curved profile designed for filleting.
What is the knife made of?
Stainless steel.
How much does it weigh?
3.5 ounces.