HOSHANHO 7 Inch Fillet Knife Review
Our verdict
The HOSHANHO 7 Inch Fillet Knife costs $32.99 and posts the highest rating in this comparison at 4.8 stars across 317 reviews, backed by a 100+ bought last month figure that shows steady, current demand rather than a one time spike.
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Anglers who want a high carbon stainless steel 7 inch blade with the best review score of any fillet knife here, and buyers who trust a 4.8 star average across 317 reviews and 100+ recent purchases as a sign of quality.
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Skip it if you need a longer 9 inch blade for bigger fish, since the Kershaw 1259X and the KastKing Paradox kit both offer that length, or if 12.47 inches of overall length feels too long for your tackle bag.
- Material High Carbon Stainless Steel
- Weight 0.33 Pounds
- Length 12.47 Inches
- Size 7"
- Color Silver
- Pieces 1.0 Count
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 317 owner ratings
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Popularity2.7/5
317 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 7 inch blade is the sweet spot for a lot of freshwater fillet work, and the HOSHANHO 7 Inch Fillet Knife builds that size around a high carbon stainless steel blade and a silver finish. At 0.33 pounds and 12.47 inches overall, it has more heft and reach than the compact Rapala 126SP, while still staying in a similar blade size class to the Kershaw 1259X.
Priced at $32.99, it lands above the $17.50 to $20.51 range of the Rapala BP136SH and Kershaw 1259X but well below the $229.00 Dalstrong Scorpion Series, putting it in a mid range bracket for a single 1 count blade. High carbon stainless steel is a common choice for fillet knives because it balances edge retention with resistance to rust from repeated contact with fish and water.
At 317 reviews and a 4.8 star average, the HOSHANHO holds the highest rating of any fillet knife in this comparison, edging out the 4.6 stars shared by the Opinel, Kershaw and Dalstrong. Its 100+ bought last month figure also beats every knife here except the KastKing 110VFKOR's 500+, which points to a blade combining strong reviews with real, current buyer demand.
Pros
- 4.8 star average across 317 reviews, the highest rating of any fillet knife compared here
- 100+ bought last month, second only to the KastKing 110VFKOR's 500+
- High carbon stainless steel blade built for edge retention and rust resistance
- 7 inch blade size suited to common freshwater fillet tasks
- Priced at $32.99, well under the $229.00 premium Dalstrong option
- In stock as a single 1 count unit at 0.33 pounds
Cons
- 12.47 inches overall is longer than the compact 6 inch Rapala 126SP
- At $32.99 it costs more than the $10.49 to $20.51 range of three other knives here
- 317 reviews, while strong, is still far below the Kershaw 1259X's 1,500
- Fixed 7 inch blade size with no 9 inch option in the listed specs
- Silver finish may be less visible than the bright orange KastKing handles if dropped
Specifications
| Material | High Carbon Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.33 Pounds |
| Length | 12.47 Inches |
| Size | 7" |
| Color | Silver |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
| Feature | 7 inch fillet knife |
Performance notes
High carbon stainless steel is a middle ground material choice, it takes and holds an edge better than basic stainless while resisting the corrosion that comes from constant exposure to fish, water and salt. At 12.47 inches overall with a 7 inch blade, the HOSHANHO offers a longer handle to blade ratio than the compact Rapala 126SP, which can translate to more leverage during longer fillet sessions. The 0.33 pound weight sits in the middle of the range covered in this comparison, heavier than the featherweight Opinel but lighter than a bulkier kit like the KastKing Paradox. Shipped as a single 1 count unit in a silver finish, it reads as a straightforward dedicated fillet knife rather than a multi piece set, so anyone wanting a spare blade or a sheath included would need to check the listing separately.
What buyers say
A 4.8 star average is the highest of any fillet knife in this comparison, ahead of the 4.6 stars shared by the Opinel, Kershaw and Dalstrong, and it comes across a meaningful 317 review base rather than a handful of ratings. Pairing that with a 100+ bought last month figure, second only to the KastKing 110VFKOR's 500+, suggests this is a knife earning both strong satisfaction and active, current demand at the same time, not just one or the other. That combination is rarer in this data set than a high rating alone, since several knives here post strong stars but thin recent purchase volume, which makes the HOSHANHO's pattern one of the more convincing signals in this lineup.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the HOSHANHO 7 Inch Fillet Knife the best rated option in this comparison?
Yes, at 4.8 stars across 317 reviews it holds the highest rating among the fillet knives referenced here, ahead of the 4.6 stars shared by the Opinel, Kershaw and Dalstrong models. It also shows a 100+ bought last month figure, so the rating is backed by meaningful review volume and recent demand.
What material is the HOSHANHO 7 Inch Fillet Knife blade made from?
It uses high carbon stainless steel, a material chosen for holding an edge while resisting rust from repeated exposure to fish and water. That places it a step up from basic stainless but below the specialty Japanese V12 Ultra Steel used on the premium priced Dalstrong Scorpion Series.
How much does the HOSHANHO 7 Inch Fillet Knife weigh?
It weighs 0.33 pounds and measures 12.47 inches overall with a 7 inch blade. That puts it heavier than the lightweight Opinel 002558 but well under the bulkier weight profile implied by multi piece kits like the KastKing Paradox, keeping it easy to handle for extended fillet sessions.