BUBBA 1085876 Fillet Knife Review
Our verdict
At $49.89, the BUBBA 1085876 backs its price with a 4.8 star rating across 529 reviews and 50+ bought last month. Its 6 inch stainless steel blade and Whiffie Tapered Flex design target anglers who want the same rating tier as the pricier BUBBA BB1-9TF without the full $59.95 cost.
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Anglers who want the BUBBA brand's tapered flex blade design and a 4.8 star rating but do not need the largest size, and who are comfortable paying $49.89 rather than $59.95 for the top-tier BB1-9TF model.
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Skip it if you need the widest possible review base for confidence, since its 529 reviews trail the 1,500 to 1,700 range of the Kershaw 1259X and BUBBA BB1-9TF, or if $49.89 is above your budget for a fillet knife.
- Material Stainless Steel
- Weight 18 Grams
- Length 11 Inches
- Size 6"
- Color Red
- Pieces 1.0 Count
- Priced 55% above the category median ($32.23 across 74 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 529 owner ratings
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Popularity3.2/5
529 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
Cleaning a mixed catch that includes both panfish and larger species calls for a blade with some flex to follow the bone line without snapping. The BUBBA 1085876 answers that with a 6 inch stainless steel blade built on a Whiffie Tapered Flex design, an 11 inch overall length, and a red handle. The listed weight is 18 grams, keeping the stated figure light relative to the bulkier stainless handles found on some rivals.
Priced at $49.89, it costs more than the Rapala and CUDA options in this comparison but less than the BUBBA BB1-9TF's $59.95. Its 4.8 star rating matches the BB1-9TF exactly, though it draws from 529 reviews rather than 1,700, a smaller but still substantial sample. Bought last month sits at 50+, on par with the Rapala 126SP and Kershaw 1259X but behind the BB1-9TF's 200+.
The 1085876 reads as the BUBBA brand's mid-tier entry, the same top rating as its pricier sibling, a shorter 6 inch blade, and a lower price. Anglers who want BUBBA's tapered flex blade design without paying for the largest model in the lineup get a reasonable middle path here.
Pros
- 4.8 star rating matches the top-rated BUBBA BB1-9TF exactly, drawn from 529 reviews
- 6 inch stainless steel blade with a Whiffie Tapered Flex design for following the fillet cut
- Priced at $49.89, about $10 less than the BUBBA BB1-9TF's $59.95
- 50+ bought last month keeps pace with the Rapala 126SP and Kershaw 1259X
- 11 inch overall length balances reach with a compact red handle
Cons
- 529 reviews is a smaller sample than the 1,500 to 1,700 reviews behind the top two alternatives
- At $49.89, still costs more than double the Rapala BP136SH's $17.50
- 50+ bought last month trails the BUBBA BB1-9TF's 200+ by a wide margin
- 18 gram listed weight is unusually light and worth confirming against the product listing before buying
Specifications
| Material | Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Weight | 18 Grams |
| Length | 11 Inches |
| Size | 6" |
| Color | Red |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
| Feature | Whiffie Tapered Flex Fillet |
Performance notes
The Whiffie Tapered Flex design on the 1085876 points to a blade meant to bend through the cut, letting it trace the contour of a fish's spine rather than forcing a rigid straight pass, similar in concept to the flex feature on the pricier BUBBA BB1-9TF. A 6 inch blade length sits between the Rapala 126SP's 6 inches and the Kershaw 1259X's 9 inches, a middle of the road reach that suits panfish through mid-size species rather than the largest saltwater catches. The 11 inch overall length adds handle room for a firmer grip during longer cuts. Stainless steel construction is the standard choice for fillet blades because it resists the corrosion that comes with repeated contact with fish oils and, for saltwater anglers, salt exposure.
What buyers say
A 4.8 star average across 529 reviews puts the 1085876 in a tie with the BUBBA BB1-9TF for the highest rating in this comparison, and ahead of the Kershaw 1259X's 4.6 stars despite a smaller review base. That combination, a top-tier rating with a mid-size sample, suggests consistent satisfaction rather than a rating propped up by only a handful of early reviewers. Bought last month at 50+ is respectable, matching the Rapala 126SP and Kershaw 1259X, though it falls well short of the BB1-9TF's 200+. Overall the pattern reads as a well-liked but lower-volume seller relative to its higher-priced sibling.
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Frequently asked questions
How does the BUBBA 1085876 compare to the BUBBA BB1-9TF?
Both share a 4.8 star rating, but the 1085876 costs $49.89 against $59.95 for the BB1-9TF and has a shorter 6 inch blade versus the listed 15 inch length of the BB1-9TF. The BB1-9TF also has more reviews, 1,700 versus 529, and higher recent demand at 200+ versus 50+.
What does the Whiffie Tapered Flex feature mean?
It describes a blade built to flex along its length during a fillet cut, helping it follow the natural curve of a fish's bones rather than cutting in a straight rigid line. This is the same design language used on the higher priced BUBBA BB1-9TF.
Is the 1085876 a good value at $49.89?
Its 4.8 star rating matches the pricier BB1-9TF exactly, which is a strong sign for the price. Buyers who do not need the BB1-9TF's longer blade or its 1,700-review track record may find the 1085876 delivers a similar rating tier for about $10 less.