Rapala BPFNF6SH1 Fillet Knife Review
Our verdict
The Rapala BPFNF6SH1 costs $26.99 and comes with a built-in sharpener and sheath, backed by the strongest numbers in this comparison: a 4.7 star rating across 2,300 reviews and 300+ bought last month. Every other metric in this lineup, from rating to review count to recent demand, trails this model.
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Anglers who want the most proven fillet knife in this comparison, backed by 2,300 reviews, a 4.7 star average, and 300+ recent purchases, plus the convenience of a built-in sharpener and sheath included at $26.99.
Skip if
Skip it if you specifically want the absolute lowest price, since the Rapala 126SP runs $16.50 less at $10.49, though it comes without the sharpener and sheath included with the BPFNF6SH1.
- Material Stainless Steel
- Weight 6.72 Ounces
- Length 15 Inches
- Size 6"
- Pieces 1.0 Count
- Feature Fillet knife with sharpener and sheath
- Priced 16% below the category median ($32.23 across 74 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 2,300 owner ratings
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Popularity4.7/5
2,300 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
A fillet knife that ships with its own sharpener and sheath removes two separate purchases from the shopping list, and that's exactly what the Rapala BPFNF6SH1 offers at $26.99. It's the only model in this comparison with both accessories built into the listing, alongside a 6 inch blade and stainless steel construction.
The numbers back up the value. A 4.7 star rating across 2,300 reviews is the highest rating and largest review count of any fillet knife covered on this page, ahead of the Kershaw 1259X's 4.6 stars and 1,500 reviews, the Rapala 126SP's 4.5 stars and 423 reviews, and the Rapala BP136SH's 4.4 stars and 264 reviews. Bought last month sits at 300+, triple the 126SP's 100+ and six times the Kershaw's 50+, making the BPFNF6SH1 the clear demand leader in this comparison.
At $26.99, it costs more than all three alternatives in this comparison, the Rapala 126SP ($10.49), the Rapala BP136SH ($17.50), and the Kershaw 1259X ($20.51). But the included sharpener and sheath, combined with the strongest rating and demand figures here, make a solid case for the added cost. For anglers weighing these four fillet knives, the BPFNF6SH1 has the most complete package on paper.
Pros
- Highest rating in this comparison at 4.7 stars across 2,300 reviews
- 300+ bought last month, the strongest recent demand of any fillet knife covered here
- Includes a built-in sharpener and sheath, per its own feature listing
- Stainless steel blade construction
- Largest review count in this set, more than the Kershaw 1259X's 1,500 reviews
- 6 inch blade size matches the Rapala 126SP for a familiar, versatile length
Cons
- Priced above the two cheaper Rapala models in this set, the 126SP at $10.49 and the BP136SH at $17.50
- 6.72 ounce weight is heavier than the 2.4 ounce Rapala 126SP
- 15 inch listed length may reflect the knife plus its sheath and sharpener combined, so buyers should confirm what's included in that measurement before assuming blade length
- Not the cheapest option if a separate sharpener and sheath aren't needed
Specifications
| Material | Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Weight | 6.72 Ounces |
| Length | 15 Inches |
| Size | 6" |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
| Feature | Fillet knife with sharpener and sheath |
Performance notes
A 6 inch stainless steel blade paired with a sharpener and sheath in one package changes the calculation for buyers who'd otherwise need to buy those accessories separately, as is the case with the plain-blade Rapala 126SP or Rapala BP136SH. The listed 15 inch length likely reflects the full kit, blade plus sheath and sharpener, rather than the blade alone, which is worth noting since the actual cutting edge is specified at 6 inches, the same as the 126SP. At 6.72 ounces, the whole kit is heavier than the 2.4 ounce 126SP, which makes sense given the extra components bundled in. Stainless steel construction matches the corrosion resistance of the 126SP as well. For anglers who want to avoid buying a separate sharpening stone or sheath, this bundled approach at $26.99 covers more of the setup in a single purchase than the bare-blade alternatives in this comparison.
What buyers say
A 4.7 star rating across 2,300 reviews is both the highest rating and the largest review base of any fillet knife in this comparison, ahead of the Kershaw 1259X's 4.6 stars and 1,500 reviews, the Rapala 126SP's 4.5 stars and 423 reviews, and the Rapala BP136SH's 4.4 stars and 264 reviews. The 300+ bought last month figure is also the strongest here, six times the Kershaw's 50+ and triple the 126SP's 100+, while the BP136SH shows 0. Taken together, this pattern points to a product with both a long track record of satisfied buyers and continued strong purchase activity right now, which is a harder combination to find than a high rating alone.
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Frequently asked questions
What makes the Rapala BPFNF6SH1 different from other Rapala fillet knives?
It includes a built-in sharpener and sheath in the package, according to its feature listing, while options like the Rapala 126SP and Rapala BP136SH are sold as standalone blades. It also carries the highest rating and review count of the group, at 4.7 stars across 2,300 reviews.
Is the Rapala BPFNF6SH1 selling well right now?
Yes, Amazon lists 300+ bought in the last month, the highest recent demand figure among the fillet knives compared here, ahead of the Rapala 126SP's 100+ and the Kershaw 1259X's 50+. Combined with 2,300 total reviews, it shows sustained popularity over time.
What blade size does the Rapala BPFNF6SH1 have?
The size is listed as 6 inches, the same blade size as the Rapala 126SP, while the overall listed length of 15 inches likely reflects the full kit with the included sheath and sharpener rather than the cutting blade measurement by itself.