Rapala R12 Heavy-Duty Lithium Fillet Knife Combo
- Length: 10 inches
- Size: 12 inches
- Material: Rubber
- Pieces: 1
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A 10-inch fillet blade with a rubber grip from Rapala, suited to anglers who regularly clean fish and want a full-size dedicated knife.
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ASIN: B08SJ5WBPYModel: R12HDRFCategory: Fillet Knives
Overview
A Rapala fillet knife with a rubber handle and a 10-inch blade, weighing about 10 ounces, aimed at anglers who need a dedicated fish-cleaning tool.
The listing carries two size figures, a 10-inch length and a 12-inch size field, which likely reflects blade length versus overall length including the handle; treat the 10-inch figure as blade length and the 12-inch figure as the knife's full length.
- 10-inch blade
- Rubber handle
- About 10 ounces
- Multi-color handle design
Who it's for
Anglers who fillet their own catch regularly and want a grippy rubber handle for control. Not the pick for someone needing a compact pocket knife, given the 10-inch blade.
Pros and cons
- Rubber handle grips well when wet
- 10-inch blade suits larger fish
- Lightweight at about 10 ounces
- Listing has two different size figures (10 inches vs 12 inches), confirm blade vs overall length before buying
Performance notes
A rubber handle grips well when wet, which is the main practical demand on a fillet knife used at a cleaning station or on a rocking boat deck. The 10-inch blade length suits longer fish where a shorter blade would require multiple passes.
Specifications
| Brand | Rapala |
|---|---|
| Model | R12HDRF |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Length | 10 incheslower than 52% of 45 fillet knives |
| Size | 12 incheshigher than 98% of 54 fillet knives |
| Item Weight | 0.62 poundshigher than 64% of 46 fillet knives |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Rubber |
| Color | Multi |
| Included components | |
| Pieces | 1 |
Closest rivals on specs
ILEAF Pakka Wood Fish Fillet Knife 6.5 in- Length 10 vs 12 inches (-17%)
Calamus SwiftEdge Fillet Knife Set- Item Weight 0.62 vs 1.08 pounds (-43%)
- Length 10 vs 13 inches (-23%)
KastKing Spartacus Fillet Knife- Item Weight 0.62 vs 0.95 pounds (-35%)
- Length 10 vs 16.9 inches (-41%)
Frequently asked questions
What is the blade length?
The listing lists a 10-inch length, with a separate 12-inch size figure that likely reflects the knife's overall length including handle.
What is the handle made from?
Rubber.
How much does the knife weigh?
About 10 ounces.