1 / 7SHAN ZU 7-Inch Filleting Knife, Model SZES-2024-003-5
Inch Model SZES-2024-003-5: The SHAN ZU filleting knife is listed with an 18 cm blade and a flexible profile for fish filleting and meat deboning. It combines a Pakkawood handle with a Japanese 10Cr15MoV steel core, though the listing also describes the blade more generally as stainless steel.
At a glance
- Flexible 18 cm blade is presented for filleting fish and deboning meat.
- Listing describes a Japanese 10Cr15MoV steel core, 5-layer construction and 62 HRC hardness.
- Pakkawood handle and full-tang construction are stated in the product features.
- A 12° double-bevel edge is claimed.
Reference price: £35.99
Price checked: 14 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Flexible blade is suited to working around bones and ribs when preparing fish or meat.
- Listed 18 cm blade and plain edge make its intended filleting role clear.
- Pakkawood handle and full-tang construction are specified.
Technical specifications
15 specifications| Brand | SHAN ZU |
|---|---|
| Model | SZES-2024-003-5 |
| Blade length | 18 Centimetres |
|---|---|
| Listed material | Stainless Steel |
| Steel type | Japanese 10Cr15MoV steel |
| Edge | Plain |
| Blade colour | Silver |
| Construction | Forged, Pakkawood Handle |
| Edge angle | 12° double-bevel edge |
| Hardness | 62 HRC |
| Layer construction | 5-layer steel construction |
| Handle material | Pakkawood |
|---|---|
| Dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Weight listed | 0.46 Pounds |
|---|---|
| Size | 18 cm |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing is inconsistent about the blade material: its details say Stainless Steel, while other claims specify Japanese 10Cr15MoV steel and a 5-layer construction. It also calls the knife 7 inch while giving an 18 cm blade length. Confirm the exact specification and care guidance for the selected listing, particularly as the listing both claims dishwasher safety and describes a Pakkawood handle.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Home cooks who regularly fillet fish or trim meat and want a flexible, slender blade.
- Buyers seeking a 18 cm filleting knife with a Pakkawood handle.
Less suited to
- Buyers who need a clearly consistent, independently verified steel specification or care instructions.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback highlights sharpness straight out of the box, perceived build quality and useful performance for fine filleting and bird deboning. Buyers also report good edge retention and value. These comments align with the stated flexible 18 cm filleting design, but they are customer impressions rather than confirmation of the conflicting steel claims or of long-term performance. The aggregate ratings are largely five-star, with a smaller lower-star share, so experiences are not uniformly positive.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the knife as sharp out of the box and well made.
- Feedback praises edge retention and usefulness for filleting and fine work.
- Customers report that it works well for fish filleting and bird deboning.
- Some customers consider it good value.
Frequently asked questions
What is the listed blade length?
The details give a blade length of 18 Centimetres. The title calls it a 7-inch knife, so buyers should confirm the size shown for their selected listing.
What steel is the blade made from?
The details list Stainless Steel, while other product claims name a Japanese 10Cr15MoV steel core and 5-layer construction. The listing does not resolve this inconsistency.
What is the knife designed to cut?
The listing describes a flexible blade for filleting fish, separating meat from bones and deboning poultry.
Is it dishwasher safe?
The listing says Yes, but also specifies a Pakkawood handle. Check the care advice accompanying the selected item if dishwasher use is important.
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