Bubba Tapered Flex Fillet Fishing Knife and Tapered Flex Fillet Knife review and price compare 2025

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Product overview

Brand	BUBBA
Model Name	BB1-7F
Color	Red-Gray
Blade Material	Stainless Steel
Style	7 Inch Tapered Flex
Item Dimensions LxWxH	17 x 6 x 1 inches
Item Weight	0.7 Pounds

product features

DIMENSIONS: 13” overall length with 7” blade
EASE OF USE: Non-Slip Grip handle for outstanding grip security providing ultimate knife control with trigger grip for added security
RELIABLE: Features safety guards for protection from the blade and spines of fish
DURABLE: Ideal for detailed precision cutting, a super thin 8Cr13MoV blade allows for effortless maneuvering to easily remove meat without loss, making it the ideal fishing knife
CONVENIENT: The Ti-Nitride coated, rust resistant blade cuts through scales easily and features an extra sharp tip to make starting your cut a breeze and a sheath with a belt loop for close, hands free carry

From the manufacturer

BUBBA KNIVES

Long famous for our fillet knives and as creators of the iconic, non-slip grip we are in relentless in the pursuit of developing the highest quality, best performing and most durable fillet knife on the water. BUBBA first emerged from the coast of California in San Diego—a knife tough enough to withstand the grueling saltwater conditions. Now, we’ve expanded—reaching freshwater and saltwater fishermen all over the world. Our iconic, Bubba Red “Non-Slip Grip” handle and premium razor-sharp steel blades continue to stay at the forefront of our fillet knives.


ULTRA FLEX The extreme flexibility stands out among its competitors. The sleek, sporty blade cuts precisely for detailing and plucking out bones.	TAPERED FLEX Our most iconic style fillet knife. Perfect for cleaning all types of fish. Flexibility allows for more precise filleting around bones while providing enough rigidity to slice through heavy meat or cut through the bones of fish. Ideal for salt or freshwater fish.	FLEX The semi-flexible blade is more lenient than our Stiff fillet blades and is a great option for cutting through heavier meats such as tuna and/or wahoo.	STIFF The construction of the stiff style fillet knife has little flex, making it controllable and great for any large game fish. It doubles as a great utility knife for meat carvers as the 2mm- wide blade is ideal for precision cutting.

product description

Be sure to add our tapered flex knife to your growing Bubba knife collection. You won’t want to overlook this 7-inch fillet knife. Along with our other knives, it’s made with our signature textured non-slip-grip handle and stainless-steel blade. This non-stick Teflon coated blade gives filleting a whole new feel. With its razor-sharp blade, anyone can fillet a fish. If it’s your first time filleting a fish or your thousandth time, this knife will make filleting a piece of cake. Its smooth, clean-cut is ideal for Flounder or Lake Trout and a necessity for all your fishing trips.

product details

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 17 x 6 x 1 inches; 11.2 Ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ BB1-7F
Department ‏ : ‎ Hunting & Fishing
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ April 14, 2013
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Big Rock Sports
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00987L3O8

important information

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Questions about Bubba Tapered Flex Fillet Fishing Knife and Tapered Flex Fillet Knife

Can i recieve this item by saturday march 3rd

Answer: I don’t believe so. Next day shipping may not include Saturday delivery. It may help to check shipment options before check out.

Would this be a good knife to filet steaks?

Answer: It’s a fish filet knife, I don’t know about steaks

Answer: Great knife for all meat preparation that I’ve tried.

Answer: Yes will work. Shorter blade might be easier though.

Answer: Absolutely, we use it to just that as well as many other things.

Answer: No

Answer: I sure think so, yes...

Does it float

Answer: It does not float

Answer: No

Answer: no

So the blade is coated.tefloned. sharpened. painted and everything else but it's not stainless?

Answer: 8CR13MOV stainless steel

Answer: The best blades are carbon steel. They are harder and will hold an edge. Stainless blades are softer and the sharp edge rolls and becomes dull.

Answer: Yes, it's a high carbon stainless steel.

Answer: And that's a problem how? I fish offshore Oregon for halibut, lingcod, rockfish, salmon, etc. This knife is sharp, supple, and dies not rust.

Whats the best way to sharpen this knife?

Answer: I bought a steel from Bubba Blades at the same time as I bought the knife. Just a few strokes after cleaning several fish keeps the blade like a razor.

bough last year, good knife. the tip broke cracked. will this be covered under manuf warranty?

Answer: As far as I know, it should

Why does it says free shipping but charges $14.95 at checkout?

how long does it hold an edge ( stay sharp) ?

Answer: When filleting fish with very small scales like salmon and trout etc. the edge lasts for quite a while. Fish with larger scales like walleyes and northerns I usually sharpen my blade after doing a couple of fish.

Answer: Haven't had it long enough, but are very happy with it so far.

Answer: My husband said it needed to be sharpened after each use but, overall it's a great knife!

Answer: Better than most. Always good practice to touch up with a sharpening steel as you work.

Is this knife USA made?

Answer: Chinese steel. Kast king is as good and less than half the price. I have both.

Do these have a lifetime warranty

Answer: Yes

I canceled my order and never got my money back

Answer: Yes

Is the product new in factory packaging?

Answer: It is new in packaging.

Answer: Yes, Brand New

Answer: Yes it was in original packing.

Where is it made

Answer: China

Is there a cover for this knife

Answer: It does come with a nylon sheath that snaps around the handle and covers the blade

Answer: Ours came with a cover

Answer: A crappy nylon scabbard. I made kydex scabbards for all mine.

Answer: No

Answer: Yes

Answer: Need to buy one

Which knife would be best for freshwater panfish? I’m guessing the 7in or the 8in?

Answer: Honestly, it is a little big for panfish “In My Opinion “

Answer: It really depends on how big your fish are, but I use my 7” knife for everything including bluegill, crappie, bass, and large catfish. I don’t know that an extra inch would make a big difference either way.

Answer: The 7 inch works great for us.

Does this blade come with the sheath?

Answer: Yes it came with a sheath.

Answer: Yes!

Answer: Yes

Would this filet knife work to filet red snapper???

Answer: I use it mainly on red snapper and it works great! It works on all fish...

Answer: This knife is outstanding and yes, I think it would work to filet a red snapper and probably just about anything.

Answer: I think it would be perfect for red snapper!

Answer: I use mine on all Snapper species in the Keys.

Answer: Dont see why it wouldn't. Great blade flexible and sharp.

Answer: Yes. After you catch them.

Does this one fold?

Answer: It does not fold

Answer: The Bubba filet knife does not fold up.

Answer: Does not

Answer: No it doesnt

Answer: No, but has very good grip.

Answer: No it doesn't fold.Its a fixed blade.Doesnt float either.

Answer: No

where are these made from?

Is it too big for panfish?

Answer: It is a bit big for panfish in my opinion.

Answer: I prefer the 7 inch over the 9 inch for panfish.I own both and like the 7 best especially for filleting steelhead.

Answer: It may be a little bulky but the thinness and flex should allow you to rotate the blade at the backbone for a clean fillet.

Answer: I find the handle gets in the way of smaller fish. Better for a nice walleye or lake trout.

Answer: No. I like it for most all my fishing needs.

Answer: No, perfect for hub cap sized Crappie

Answer: No. Best I have used so far.

Is this knife really, really sharp enough to filet and skin fish? some say yes, some say no. which is it?

Answer: Mine was very sharp out of the package..

Answer: I’ve Used it many times on bass and walleyes and it’s very sharp out of the box. I’ve put a hone on it with a ceramic sharpener a time or two and it remains the best fillet knife I’ve used

Answer: This knife is a lot of hype, it rusts, and needs to be sharpened often. I love the grip. But it isn’t stainless and if it is it’s a below grade.

Answer: Super sharp dont see y it would not I pan fish it has no pro with bass crappie blue gill

Answer: Personally I think this knife is the best. Have filleted many a flounder with this knife and we love it. Highly recommend

Answer: Yes, I have used it repeatedly, it is sharp enough.

Answer: No... check out Dexter knives. Disappointed with my Bubba knife.

Answer: Very sharp new.Still has to be sharpened after awhile though and repeatedly after use.

Answer: Yes.

Answer: Yes

Product reviews of Bubba Tapered Flex Fillet Fishing Knife and Tapered Flex Fillet Knife

Shawn burmeister : Great knife

Easy to handle sharp

GMoss : To Bulky

Tried to use this for smaller fish (16" and under), it was to bulky for me to maneuver.

Michael Rotskoff : works well

Worked well for me out of the box.

Cajunbowhunter : awesome knife you need to put final hone when it ...

awesome knife you need to put final hone when it arrives but great for filleting fish when its wet knife doesnt slip in youre hand

Lee R Schroeder : Great fillet knife.

Great fillet knife. Sharp and holds its edge. Can be used on both smaller and large fish. Would definitely buy again.

steelerscotty : Must buy!

Butter! Thats what its like using this knife! Period

Amazon Customer : One very sharp knife.

This knife is a must when you have to clean fish or cut up steaks. It is one of the sharpest we have ever used. Gets the job done easily.

Becca : The best knife for outdoors man.

Awesome knife to use for fish filleting.

KG : Best in the business

Simply awesome

Nicholas Troiano : how to use it !

Love the handle and places for thumb, and side of fingers. Used it yesterday, Maybe sides of blade should be polished to glide better thru meat.

Gary : I've owned a lot of fillet knives and this one is by far the best I've ever used

I've owned a lot of fillet knives and this one is by far the best I've ever used. Cleaned about 400 Lbs of Mullet for canning back in October and it only needed sharpening a few times.

Gene S. Young : great product

At first I ordered the 9" Stiffie, but that blade was just so massive; more like a machette/ Sent it back and got this 7" fillet knife . ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT.

compmds : Great knife

Makes cleaning big fish easy, bought it because we catch a lot of fish longer than 20 inches with tough skin and bones. Redfish and black drum are tough to clean without a great knife. This knife meets those requirements. I have bought several of these and given away to my friends who enjoy the outdoors.

Jonathan : I Wanted to Like This Knife

I wanted to like this knife... the fit and feel is on point and it worked great for about 20 fish or so... Cleaning a fresh water bass (about 2 lb fish) I inserted the knife alongside the backbone and the blade snapped. Not user error I am sure as I have cleaned many fish with much cheaper knives with no blade failure.

Heather King-Smith : Awesome knife

Cuts amazingly

South Florida home investors : This knife is the bomb. Sturdy. Has non slip handle and pressure points tabs

This knife is the bomb. Sturdy. Has non slip handle and pressure point tabs

momof2under3 : Not really a fan

Didn’t arrive sharp, at all. I have had better Walmart knives. Will not be buying another.

Amazon Customer : This is such a great fillet knife (now I just need to catch more fish).

This knife holds an edge for so long, even on the toughest skinned fish. Very easy to hold (and I am left handed). The flex keeps the blade very close to the skin.

Charlie : Never will buy this again, or anything with the same name

Used 1 time, and was full before I finished with 1 bass????????‍♀️

ÜberGoober : Best fishing knives EVER.

Buy the companion Stiffie and Flex blades. Best fishing knives I've ever had. Do yourself a favor, and get a "YouTube degree" on Bubba Blades. You'll be convinced. Their new Chef's Knife is outstanding as well!

james : Five Stars

This knife came highly recommended by a friend. It did not disappoint. Very sharp and flexible as well.

LeRoy Robinson : Wouldn't recommend

This knife has no flexibility at all. Its doesn't stay sharp and wasn't that sharp when I got it. Its not a very good knife at all to use filleting fish.

Ted L. : Take this knife anywhere

This knife works great for smaller fish. You can cut as thin as you want and feel the bones as you clean fish. I have an electric fillet knife to and I would rather use this Bubba Blade for smaller fish. The handle fits great in your hand to. Great knife, I would encourage everyone to have one.

GMoss : To Bulky

Tried to use this for smaller fish (16" and under), it was to bulky for me to maneuver.

Joseph Bianchi : Four Stars

Great fillet knife with comfortable handle but have to stay up with sharpening.

KDW : Good quality And good pricing

Good quality

Gary Atkins : Great knife poor scabbard

I love the knife it has great handle and flex able blade. The scabbard is not very good.

Jenerator : Awesome knife.

The handle to this knife feels like it was made with me in mind! Very ergonomic for me. It is sharp out of the box and i am able to fillet my fish easily. Love the size and weight of this knife. The only con for me is the sheath. Its made to carry on a belt which i never do with a fillet knife.

Gene S. Young : great product

At first I ordered the 9" Stiffie, but that blade was just so massive; more like a machette/ Sent it back and got this 7" fillet knife . ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT.

Sir senor frog : Uncomfortable

Very sharp, great at filleting fish, but has a very bulky handle. The handle is so uncomfortable that you can't use it.

Amazon Customer : Great knife

Super sharp and durable

Buckleshoe : It is very sharp

I am very happy with this knife

Heather King-Smith : Awesome knife

Cuts amazingly

Sjh : Excellent quality

Excellent product! We gave this as a gift to a couple fishermen in our family and they love it!

Amy S. : Five Stars

Loves his new knife.

GMoss : To Bulky

Tried to use this for smaller fish (16" and under), it was to bulky for me to maneuver.

Shawn : Not worth the money

Junk will not own another. I expected more for the price I paid.

Mike Post : Great Filet Knife

Feels good and solid in my hand and haven't yet run across anything i couldn't tackle with this 7" blade!

Amazon Customer : Surgeon in our group loved it!

Used the knife to filet Northern Pike! Worked great.

Heather King-Smith : Awesome knife

Cuts amazingly

Grant Hamaker : Great knife

Best knife I have ever used. Very flexible stays very sharp.

Jessica : Fisherman's Dream Filet Knife - Good Price

Boyfriend loved his Xmas gift. He uses it for his fishing trips. Would recommend this one to all fishing fanatics. Can't beat the price for the quality.

Jonathan : I Wanted to Like This Knife

CWR : Sharp as a razor, but very controllable with wet hands or gloves, flexible enough for small fillets.

On the water cutting bait or cleaning fish on the fillet table...this one earned its keep.

Tyler Hudson : Great knife

Worth the money great sharp knife that will last.

Gary : I've owned a lot of fillet knives and this one is by far the best I've ever used

I've owned a lot of fillet knives and this one is by far the best I've ever used. Cleaned about 400 Lbs of Mullet for canning back in October and it only needed sharpening a few times.

KG : Best in the business

Simply awesome

Heather King-Smith : Awesome knife

Cuts amazingly

Ted L. : Take this knife anywhere

Cajunbowhunter : awesome knife you need to put final hone when it ...

awesome knife you need to put final hone when it arrives but great for filleting fish when its wet knife doesnt slip in youre hand

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Bubba Tapered Flex Fillet Fishing Knife and Tapered Flex Fillet Knife review and price compare 2025

Product overview

product features

From the manufacturer

BUBBA KNIVES

ULTRA FLEX

TAPERED FLEX

FLEX

STIFF

product description

product details

important information

Questions about Bubba Tapered Flex Fillet Fishing Knife and Tapered Flex Fillet Knife

Can i recieve this item by saturday march 3rd

Would this be a good knife to filet steaks?

Does it float

So the blade is coated.tefloned. sharpened. painted and everything else but it's not stainless?

Whats the best way to sharpen this knife?

bough last year, good knife. the tip broke cracked. will this be covered under manuf warranty?

Why does it says free shipping but charges $14.95 at checkout?

how long does it hold an edge ( stay sharp) ?

Is this knife USA made?

Do these have a lifetime warranty

I canceled my order and never got my money back

Is the product new in factory packaging?

Where is it made

Is there a cover for this knife

Which knife would be best for freshwater panfish? I’m guessing the 7in or the 8in?

Does this blade come with the sheath?

Would this filet knife work to filet red snapper???

Does this one fold?

where are these made from?

Is it too big for panfish?

Is this knife really, really sharp enough to filet and skin fish? some say yes, some say no. which is it?

Product reviews of Bubba Tapered Flex Fillet Fishing Knife and Tapered Flex Fillet Knife