Recommend a GOOD filet knife.

[Steve K]

The problem with many of the electric sharpeners is that they heat the blade too much and ruin the temper. I don't know if the electric Chef's Choice models do this but the ones on the back of electric can openers do. I have the hand held chef's choice sharpener that I only use for very dull blades. On my high quality carbon steel knives I use a steel on them everytime I use them and I have not yet had to sharpen them. If I do, I will have it done professionally. Carbon steel knives are definitely better except when they are subjected to saltwater environments where they easily corrode.

[Ron in Maine]

I have used a few different knives. My wife bought me a set from Stanely two Christmas's back. I swear by them. The set has two fillet knives, one scaler, a board, a glove, and a combo small scale and tape measure. All of it comes in a compact carry case that makes it easy to take and store in a back pack or on a boat (those fish do count, too). Excellent set, good price. Three guys that I fish with now have a set themselves.