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Fisherman's Solution
What's in a name? A lot if you're talking about the Fisherman's Solution. With the extendable stainless steel blade; pivoting sheath that doubles as a gripper; built-in, notched line cutter and sharpening stone, this knife is the solution to your fishing needs. Made in America
Average Customer Rating:
Rating Snapshot (46 reviews)
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37 of 46(80%)reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Fisherman's Solution
Review 1 for Fisherman's Solution
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Kuntryboy816
Date:May 10, 2009
Age:26 - 35
Length of ownership:1 - 3 years
Cooking expertise:Ace
Awesome Knife!
I just ordered my replacement knife today. My wife had bought me this knife as a birthday present a while back and I lost it while tracking a deer this past fall. I went back the next day to look for it but never did find it. I was heartbroken
I have never had a knife of this quality before. It has taken everything I've thrown at it and keeps right on cutting thru it all. From fish, deer and geese to chopping up veggies for the camp stew, it does it all. I guarantee this one won't get away.
I have never had a knife of this quality before. It has taken everything I've thrown at it and keeps right on cutting thru it all. From fish, deer and geese to chopping up veggies for the camp stew, it does it all. I guarantee this one won't get away.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
Review 2 for Fisherman's Solution
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sonny
Date:January 31, 2009
Location:riverhead
Age:50 or older
Gender:Female
Length of ownership:4 - 10 years
Cooking expertise:Average
best ever knife for men who fish
My husband fishes all summer and catches tons of fish. He likes his knife so well that I bough one for each of my grown sons.
He says it is always sharp and never rusty and he has spent alot of money on fishing knives. I know he is very happy with this as it was one of his favorite gifts.
He says it is always sharp and never rusty and he has spent alot of money on fishing knives. I know he is very happy with this as it was one of his favorite gifts.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 3 for Fisherman's Solution
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5
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jerzeygal2001
Date:January 26, 2009
Location:Howell, NJ
Age:36 - 49
Gender:Female
Length of ownership:11 - 15 years
Cooking expertise:Ace
A Fishermans Must Have!!!
I bought this Fishermans Solution for my husband over 11 plus years ago and he does nothing but rave about it. He goes on party boats and uses it constantly. Even the boathands ask to borrow the knife when they see him aboard. Surprise your fisherman!
Review 4 for Fisherman's Solution
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happyowner
Date:May 3, 2012
Location:Lapel, IN
Length of ownership:4 - 10 years
Cooking expertise:Average
Best fillet knife I have ever owned
I bought 3 of the fisherman's solution fillet knives clear back in 2001 ( one for my father, one for my uncle, and one for me# from my brother in law who was selling them to help pay his way through college. I have to say this is definetly the best fillet knife I have ever had the pleasure of owning. I clean an average off 300 to 400 fish a year# mostly Bass, Bluegill, and Wall eye but some catfish as well# on average and I can't imagine using another knife. In the time I have owned and used this knife I think I have sharpened it twice and it still cuts just as good as they day i bought it.
With this knife I am able to easily fillet a fish with very little to no wase of meat at all.The knife really excells for me when I am seperating the fillet from the skin, I have never owned a knife that came close to it's use in that area. I have also used the knife in the cleaning of deer, squirrel, rabbit, and always use it when butchering the chickens that I raise. I was extremely suprised at the fact that I could use the knife to sever the heads of 100 or so chickens, clean the blade and then use it to clean the chicken carcass without having to sharpen the blade # anyone who has ever butchered a large amount of fowl can apriciate what I am saying in this).
In short this is a great product that has made my life much easier!
I use this product for:cleaning fishdeer rabbitssquirrel and chickens
Review 5 for Fisherman's Solution
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larbo
Date:March 24, 2012
Location:Crown Point, IN, USA
Length of ownership:16 - 20 years
Cooking expertise:Average
18yrs and counting
Received this knife as a present from Dad when i was 22. Have cleaned several thousand fish in18 yrs, as i am an avid panfisherman, and i am just now sending it in for sharpening. This is an awesome man-present idea. The best one I ever got anyways.
Review 6 for Fisherman's Solution
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Catfish57
Date:November 27, 2011
Location:Waco, TX
Length of ownership:21 - 25 years
Cooking expertise:Ace
Awesome knife for over 20 years.....
I bought the Fisherman's Solution fillet knife/gripper/sharpener etc. in the summer of 1990. I fish for catfish on the river and occasionally lakes.
There have been numerous saltwater trips through the years as well.
First and foremost it is the best fillet knife I've ever owned. The gripper/sharpener had little to do with my decision to purchase this knife but have proven very useful over the years. The adjustable blade works terrific on the larger fish and I can fillet the smaller ones with ease. The edge has remained sharp with only an occasional touch up sharpening. I have other fillet knives that do not hold a candle to it. Several fishing buddies have purchased this knife after using mine. My knife is over 20 years old.......I won't go fishing without it......
There have been numerous saltwater trips through the years as well.
First and foremost it is the best fillet knife I've ever owned. The gripper/sharpener had little to do with my decision to purchase this knife but have proven very useful over the years. The adjustable blade works terrific on the larger fish and I can fillet the smaller ones with ease. The edge has remained sharp with only an occasional touch up sharpening. I have other fillet knives that do not hold a candle to it. Several fishing buddies have purchased this knife after using mine. My knife is over 20 years old.......I won't go fishing without it......
I use this product for:fishing
Review 7 for Fisherman's Solution
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FishinFool
Date:October 6, 2011
Location:Austin, Tx
Length of ownership:4 - 10 years
Cooking expertise:Average
Holds to the Cutco name
I received this knife for my high school graduation present from a distant aunt. I used the knife only for filleting fish, cutting line, and holding catfish when skinning with the pliers. I used the knife constantly almost to a commercial use as an avid fishermen and finally sent it in after three years to be sharpened. Cutco sent me a brand new FISHERMENS SOLUTION. I was thrilled! I bought one as a gift for my closest fishing buddy. I thank my aunt every time i see her now. and the last two years I've been selling and sharpening Cutco and i absolutely love it. Thanks again Cutco
I use this product for:fish
Review 8 for Fisherman's Solution
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mick
Date:September 20, 2011
worst knife ever
Given to me as a gift by my wife, I did not return the knife from day 1 as I should have. As a Cutco knife I kept trying to believe that the knife must be good but the fact is, it is not. It did not have a sharp edge from day one and like others, I have not been able to put an edge on it. The tip seems to have a slight angle to the blade the remainder of the blade is flat, it has no edge. Every other $10.00 fishing knife I have bought out performs this knife. All was again reaffirmed on a recent fishing trip to Alaska; I should kick myself for bringing this Knife. Wish I could get money back on the Guarantee instead of paying 2 way shipping to have it sharpened.
I use this product for:only fish
Response from CUTCO:By Kathleen, Marketing, September 26, 2011
We encourage you to reach out to our customer service center so we can better understand your experience. Contact them at service@cutco.com or 1-800-828-0448.
Review 9 for Fisherman's Solution
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Yazgirl
Date:September 20, 2011
Location:Long Island, NY
Length of ownership:1 - 3 years
Cooking expertise:Ace
Fisherman's Solution
I bought this for my husband to put on our fishing boat. We loved it so much I brought it home and use it every day in the kitchen. The fact that the blade is adjustable allows me to use it for multiple purposes.
Ths is the sharpest, best knife I've ever owned and I plan to purchase some more. Most importantly, it's made in the U.S.A.
Ths is the sharpest, best knife I've ever owned and I plan to purchase some more. Most importantly, it's made in the U.S.A.
I use this product for:everthing in my kitchen
Review 10 for Fisherman's Solution
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Gwenevere
Date:May 12, 2011
Fisherman's Knife will not stay sharp
I agree with the others who say this knife does not retain sharpness and can not be resharpened to it's original sharp blade. I have tried to sharpen it several ways and most recently with a professional electric sharpener. This particular sharpener, as do my other sharpners, does an excellent job on my other knives. If I were the head of the Cutco company, I would take a serious look at this blade as it certainly is not doing justice to the Cutco name.
Additionally, I would look at bracing the knife better while in it's extended blade mode.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 11 for Fisherman's Solution
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Steveo
Date:February 26, 2011
Location:Minnesota
Age:26 - 35
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:11 - 15 years
Cooking expertise:Average
Fisherman's Solution
This knife was given to me as a gift about 15 years ago. I think it is a great knife. I've filleted thousnands of fish with it and it holds its edge very well in between sharpenings. I've filleted nearly every species of freshwater fish with it and its worked great for them all. I don't alway's realize what a great kinfe it is until I'm somwhere without it and stuck using somone elses crummy fillet knife.
Review 12 for Fisherman's Solution
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Shadow
Date:January 22, 2011
Location:Montgomery, TX
Age:36 - 49
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:1 - 3 years
Cooking expertise:Ace
Fish Killer
A great knife, I received this as a gift for Christmas from my wife and my son. It is a great filet knife for fish, I also used it to cut pork chops to make stuffed pork chops and it worked like a charm. I would greatly recommend this knife to anyone who is looking for a great all around fillet knife. I have other fillet knives that I have paid a lot of money for and they do not even close to the quality and awesomeness of this knife. I've filleted about 30 fish, and used the knife to cut rabbits, pork chops, steaks, and other meats for cooking with and it is still as sharp as the day I got it. I love this knife, Thank you Cutco!
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Review 13 for Fisherman's Solution
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kritterinc
Date:December 30, 2010
Location:tampa fl
Age:50 or older
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:1 - 3 years
Cooking expertise:Average
I bought this knife as a gift for a friend. He has been fishing for 20 years and never broke a knife. Six months after I gave it to him, I was house sitting for him and and found the knife blade had broken. I thought I was buying a quality gift. NOT.
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Review 14 for Fisherman's Solution
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Theb55
Date:December 30, 2010
Location:Southern Vancouver Island, BC
Age:50 or older
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:4 - 10 years
Cooking expertise:Average
Excellent Knife
I've had my fishing knife for a number of years and would not do without it. I catch lots of salmon and a few halibut every season and I will tell you, quite frankly, I would not do without it. For the most part, the knife remains sharp but it is always handy to put that extra edge on with your sharpener. An extra sharp knife is a requirement when filleting a fish. The ability to extend the blade is a must when filleting halibut. Of course, being able to return it for sharpening at the end of the season makes all the difference. Saves me buying a knife or two every year. I recommend the knife to all my fishing buddies. I have come across other knives identical to the Cutco knife but without that factory sharpening it is no better than another knife in the drawer after a year.
Review 15 for Fisherman's Solution
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johnnymoose
Date:December 23, 2010
Awesome Filet knife
i bought one for myself last year, and i am giving to all my friends for christmas this year. awesome filet knife!!
Review 16 for Fisherman's Solution
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House
Date:August 30, 2010
Location:Prince Rupert BC
Age:36 - 49
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:1 - 3 years
Cooking expertise:Average
Good fillet knife but.....
I was given this knife as a present from a hunting partner. Very good quality knife but now that I live on the ocean and use it every other day the blade has started to spot rust. Two days ago with I was filleting a 30 lb halibut, the blade broke in half leaving me without a knife on the dock. How embarrassing!!
I contacted Cutco by email and will be waiting to see if they will warranty the knife.
I'll keep you posted.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
Review 17 for Fisherman's Solution
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3
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mole
Date:August 1, 2010
Location:Hyde Park, New York
Age:50 or older
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:11 - 15 years
Cooking expertise:Ace
Hi: I am writing to say that this knife is the best overal fishing knife I have ever owned! It is also good for fileting venison steaks. It has held the sharpest edge for the longest time of any fish knife I have ever owned and I am 78 years old.
The bad news is that It has either been stolen or I lost it! Unfortunately I am reluctant to spend $75 dollars plus shipping for a replacement due to the economy and my age.
The best to you and the company.
Joseph T. Molinaro Jr.
p.s. Several people who have seen me use the knife, I believe purchased one.
Review 18 for Fisherman's Solution
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Lynyrd
Date:July 13, 2010
Location:Anaheim, CA
Age:50 or older
Gender:Male
Length of ownership:1 - 3 years
Cooking expertise:Average
Ready for hard duty.
Filet & butcher several hundred salmon, trout and halibut last summer without a hitch. All on a piece of plywood in the back yard using the plier fish holder each time.
Strong, sharp and light of weight. Couldn't ask for more in a filet set up.
Strong, sharp and light of weight. Couldn't ask for more in a filet set up.
Review 19 for Fisherman's Solution
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strick
Date:May 22, 2010
Location:South Deerfield Ma.
Age:50 or older
Length of ownership:25+ years
Cooking expertise:Ace
great product
Best overall fishing knife ever made. Durable, well made (in the USA) adjustable, great xtra features. Took it to Alaska, Costa Rica. Everone on those trips wanted to buy it from me, or borrow it for a while. I bought 3 of them. One spare and one for a gift to my fishing buddy for a 50th birthday. Can you make that floats ?
Review 20 for Fisherman's Solution
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KaptinKev
Date:March 30, 2010
Location:Florida
Great Knife
Saw this knife working at the cleaning table. Ordered a year ago and loved it. Took a friend fishing who pulled a 5 gal. bucket out of a hatch which had knife, wading boots, and pliers in it. He left it out and it later blew off the boat. All contents were lost that day! Must have knife, so ordering a new one and adding a tool float to this one! Good friend so he still gets to fish with me....