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Learn More »A Tackle Shop Guide to the Victorinox Knife Combo
One of the most common frustrations we hear in the shop is from anglers who buy a cheap fillet knife, use it for one or two trips, and find it's already rusty and won't hold an edge. A good knife set is a long-term investment. This Victorinox combo is a 'buy it once' solution. It's a set of proper, high-carbon stainless steel knives, like the ones used in professional kitchens, bundled in a roll for boat or home use.
A Note From Our Local Experts
"We've been stocking Victorinox knives for a little while now. They're known all over the world, not just for fishing, but as the standard for butchers and professional chefs. That's the main reason we trust them. They aren't a 'fishing brand' that just put their name on a cheap knife; they are a 100+ year old knife company. This specific kit is a practical setup—it gives you the right blade for the right application, from a long flexible knife for skinning a flathead to a shorter, stiffer one for boning."
- Ben Czulowski, Owner, Fishing Tackle Shop (Ocean Storm) | 20+ years industry experience
Decoding the Kit: Why These 3 Knives?
This isn't a random Fishing Knife bundle. Each Victorinox knife is designed for a specific part of the filleting process, which is why it's so much more effective than using one cheap knife for everything.
Pro-Tips for Your Knife Set
- How to Use the Honing Steel: Don't try to copy a TV chef. The safest way is to stand the steel upright, tip-down on a cutting board. Hold the knife at about a 15-20 degree angle and draw the blade down the steel from heel to tip. Do this 5-6 times per side. This *re-aligns* the blade's edge; it doesn't grind off metal.
- Hand Wash Only: This is the #1 rule. Never, ever put a good knife in a dishwasher. The high heat will ruin the blade's temper, and the detergents are corrosive. Just hand wash with soap and water, and dry it immediately.
- Store it Dry: The roll is for transport. For long-term storage at home, make sure the knives are 100% dry to prevent any moisture from sitting on the blades.
Technical Specifications
| Flexible Fillet | 1x 5.3763.20 (20cm) |
| Semi-Flex Fillet | 1x 5.3703.18 (18cm) |
| Curved Boning | 1x 55.6613.15 (15cm) |
| Sharpener | 1x 7.8013 Honing Steel (20cm) |
| Blade Material | High-Carbon Stainless Steel |
| Storage | Bladerunner Knife Roll |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between this "honing steel" and a normal sharpener?
That's the most common question. A "sharpener" (like a grinder or a V-sharpener) removes metal to create a new, sharp edge on a blunt knife. A "honing steel" does not. It just re-aligns the existing microscopic edge, which gets bent out of shape during use. You hone your knife often (even daily) to *keep* it sharp, and you only *sharpen* it when it's truly blunt.
Why "High-Carbon" stainless steel? Won't it rust?
This is a common confusion. "Stainless" steel just means it *stains less*, not that it's stain-proof. All good knives use "high-carbon" stainless steel because the carbon is what allows the blade to take and *hold* a sharp edge. The trade-off is that it's more prone to surface rust if you don't care for it. This is why you must hand-wash and dry it thoroughly. It's a sign of a quality blade, not a faulty one.
Can I just use the 20cm knife for everything?
You can, but it's not ideal. Trying to do small, precise boning cuts with a long, flexible 20cm blade is clumsy and unsafe. You'll get a much cleaner (and faster) result by using the 15cm boning knife for the small work and the long blade for the main fillets. This kit is a good value because it gives you the right tool for each job.
Is the Victorinox fishing knife set only for fishing?
No, not at all. These are professional-grade kitchen knives. The 15cm boning knife is fantastic for trimming meat, and the filleting knives are great for any delicate work in the kitchen. Many people buy this set just for their home or caravan.
A set of high-quality, long-lasting knives for the boat or kitchen. Add the Victorinox Fishing Knife Combo to your cart.
