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I’m wanting opinions on what y’all have found to be the best electric filet knife? Are the American anglers worth the money? And does anybody have any experience with the new cordless filet knifes?
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Rapala , heavy duty . Is a good knife. Best ? Many I have not used . :juggle
I have 2 American angler’s. One about 20 years old that is my go to. Got a newer blue/gray one and don’t like the ergonomics of it very much. Buying new would get the yellow/ gold colored one. Saw something about bubba blade having an electric. Looked it up this morning, found it at one place 128.00. Couldn’t find any info on it or reviews. Seen a lot of guys on different sites talking about the bread knifes at Walmart being pretty good and cheap.
I use a black and decker Turkey carving knife and have used it for 5 years now and I love it it works good for me and only cost about 9 or 10 dollars
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My daily knife is an American Angler with Shark blades. I bought a 12 volt Rapala for the times I have to clean fish away from 110 volts. That thing lasted about 3 times used then bit the dust. I keep a Black and Decker from WalMart ($11) as a back-up 110V.
X2. My American Angler is about 20 years old. It will be a sad day when it bites the dustQuote:
Originally Posted by M R Dux
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I love my American angler, I also have a Rapala Battery operated, It is fine, but does not get used much.
american angler, shark blades, get the yellow one i think its call pro angler. the blue one is kinda bulky in you hand. they got a new one out at bass pro call the titanium its grey and black. its high 125.00. dont know anything about it though.
Love my American Angler.
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I love my old American Angler too! I even have a pair of "new old stock" Anglers from back in the 90's that I discovered in my dad's fish shack when I cleaned it up after he passed away. New in box! So I should be set deep into the future if they last like the first one has!Quote:
Originally Posted by Speck
American angler got 3 of them with shark blades will filet a 3 lbr in a jiffy.
I have had several different. None of them lasted as long as my American Angler has.
Yall got to quit all these threads about “what’s the best”. First thing I do is start researching all the different brands. Then I price shop them on Amazon. Next thing I know I have added them to my cart and clicked “proceed to checkout”. A new American Angler should arrive by Thursday
Wish someone would buy one of the fancy new bubba blade electric knife and let us know how it works. It looks pretty sweet but it’s pricey.
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I'd like to see a video of someone using it on smaller fish or any fish for that matter. Thing looks like a sawzall, can't find it on the bubba blade website but they have them at tackle direct. Says for large fish and game in their description.Quote:
Originally Posted by feelay
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One I saw in a picture looked normal size and had a blade similar to the shark blades.
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I use the orange/brown colored American angler. Expensive, but had one for a couple years now and its going strong after much use. I have another for a backup but never have gotten it out of the factory package. I also saw the bubba blade electric advertise lately and would be willing to try one, but I need to wear these others out first.
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Let me say first that I've always been a huge fan of American Angler fillet knives. I've owned more than one of them, have given them as gifts and recommended them to numerous people. However, last year I ordered a new Proseries knife and 2 sets of the 8" shark blades. Unfortunately, the knife wouldn't cut with any blade I put into it including either of the two new blades. So I thought there was something wrong with the knife, but when I tried the new blades in other American Angler knives they wouldn't cut either, both blades would just gum up with meat between the blades which just made a mess. So since they were made in Walnut Ridge AR I called the plant over there and they told me the would replace both my knife and blades but at that time they were out of motors and didn't know when they would be getting anymore of them in. So I waited to send them in for warranty work. But when I did I found out that the Walnut Ridge Plant had closed and that I had to send them to Harrison OH, that was according to their website. So I sent them via FedEx and have the signature were they have received them but now it's been over a month and I haven't heard anything from them. So today I decided I would try and contact them but the only phone number I can find is a Walnut Ridge Arkansas phone number and it no longer belongs to them. So I looked for one in Ohio but after 2 hours of search none was to be found. According to their website the only other way to contact them is via email at [email protected] so when I tried to email them my email was returned deliverable. So my advise is to be careful if purchasing a new American Angler knife. If anybody has anyway of contacting them please post it on here, I'd really like to talk to someone.
Followup, I actually was able to get a hold of someone after another hour of searching. They are supposed to contact me tomorrow about my replacement. I certainly hope so anyway. I really like their products in the past, I hope everything works out ok for me and anyone else that has a problem with them. Thanks.
I've used the American Angler Saltwater edition since 2003 it's worked great for me.
I was researching while you were getting in touch with them. In what I found it appears they are owned by Ginsu the direct marketing knife company. Finally found a web site and email address. Sent them a email asking for info that looks like you already got. At least we will hopefully have info to pass onto others who might need it. I just wish I could find a couple of sets of new old stock blades. These new blades suck.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mac Daddy
ive got a ton of old blades. Can you sharpen sheraded blades? Not sure I spelled that rightQuote:
Originally Posted by Cray
I used to resharpen mine, first I used the ceramic sticks that form a V using the left blade on the left side only and vice versa. That worked for a long time by just putting the edge on the blade, but finally they were too worn down to help much. Then I used a Worksharp and sharpened the left blade only on the right side and vice versa. This will work for a while but it eventually will wear the searates off. Hence why I ordered 2 new blades. I was unaware that the new blades aren't worth a crap.Quote:
Originally Posted by bird down
Like Mack said, if you have never sharpened them the ceramic stones work pretty good. There are a couple of videos on YouTube on how to do it. Never used the work sharp but have been told it will work to some degree. Like he said you wil eventually wear them down. I thought about trying a Dremel tool and chain saw sharpening stone to work on the groves. But that seems like a lot of work for the result that you might get.Quote:
Originally Posted by bird down
If you have some old 8" Shark Blades that you want to get rid of, I'd be interested in buying some from you. Just send me a PM. ThanksQuote:
Originally Posted by bird down
Well I got a response via email this morning. Here is the response with some contact information in the event someone needs it. And believe me, it was hard to obtain this contact information! It doesn't look like I'm going to get my knife back anytime soon, but we'll see.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mac Daddy
Maria Melgoza <[email protected]>
Thu 2/21/2019 6:41 AM
Dear Sir,
Thank you for reaching out to us about your return. We apologize for the delay in processing your warranty claim however, there has been a back log causing overall delay in the process due to our recent move from Walnut Ridge, Arkansas to Harrison, Ohio. In addition to shipments being forwarded, which causes delay in our receiving packages, we also have been diligently working to set up, train new personnel, and organize our returns department in our new location to properly handle inquiries. This too has caused delay which has resulted in our less than exceptional customer service we strive to provide.
Your satisfaction is extremely important to us however, as our returns department works to catch up, we are unable to provide a specific time frame for the processing of your return due to being unaware of what stage of the process your return is at this time. If you can provide your email address or phone number, as soon as your return has been processed, we can immediately reach out to you to inform you of the determinations of your return and discuss all options with you.
We again, sincerely apologize for the delay and look forward to fulfilling you request as soon as possible.
We thank you for your understanding and patience as we re-establish our teams and departments in our new location!
Thanks again
Maria Melgoza
Customer Service Lead
Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands
A: 101 Production Drive • Harrison, Ohio 45030
P: 513.367.3304 F: 870-886-9162.
W: SFconsumerbrands.com
American angler for me but that bubba looks like my next one !
I agree, I'm tempted to just go ahead and get one, but I'll wait on American Angler to return mine.Quote:
Originally Posted by Donald@CrappieLogic
Just bought an American Angler with titanium blades. I really like it so far
I love my old AA. But I bought a new gold one and I'm not as happy with it. I'm actually looking at buying a regular knife. I only use electric for crappie and a rapala for all other fish. I'm probably going to get a heavier knife so I can cut through the bones just like a electric knife. I would go with the blue cheapest AA. Just my opinion.
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If you are looking for a knife that will clean reds and heads check out the Hoss filet knife. It is a small saws all motor with filet knife blades. Friend of mine in Cocodrie has one. To powerful for crappie but makes quick work out of big boney fish like redfish and snappers
It comes with 4 different blades for the 125.00 price tag.Quote:
Originally Posted by feelay
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Zero complaints so far with the bubba knife
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bubba blade electric knife is currently unavailable from manufacturer according to their website
I was the same when I first replaced my old AA with the newer model. Grew on me over time though, and I prefer it to the old one now (bought an old style “classic” model for backup).Quote:
Originally Posted by lowe175
Problem is with the new shark blades. They don’t fit together tight, meat gums them up. When they’re new, they are sharp but want to grab rather than cut. I’ve found they get better as they dull.
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