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Bait Knife with Rubber Handle

Bait Knife with Rubber Handle

Regular price $9.99 USD
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Epic Fishing Co. Bait Knife with Rubber Handle

A bait knife is one of those tools you do not realize you need until you are stuck on the boat without one. Our bait knives feature sharp stainless blades with comfortable rubber handles that grip well even when wet. Two sizes handle everything from cutting strip bait to breaking down whole ballyhoo.
    • Sharp stainless steel blade
    • Comfortable rubber handle with solid grip
    • Small: 8" overall, 3.5" blade
    • Large: 10.5" overall, 5.25" blade

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A Dedicated Bait Knife Saves Your Good Knife

Stop using your expensive fillet knife to chop bait. These bait knives from Epic Fishing Co. are built for the rough work of cutting ballyhoo, cigar minnows, squid strips, and chunk bait. The rubber handle stays grippy when covered in fish slime, blood, and bait juice.

These knives are reclaimed from commercial fishing operations, professionally sterilized, and resharpened. That means you get a proven workhorse blade at a fraction of what a new knife costs. Keep one in your console, one in your bait cooler, and one in your tackle bag. At $7.99 for the small and $9.99 for the large, you can afford to have spares.

Rubber Grip Handle

The textured rubber handle maintains grip in wet, slimy conditions. It will not slip when your hands are covered in bait. Comfortable enough for extended bait prep sessions.

Stainless Steel Blade

Stainless construction resists rust in the saltwater environment. The blade holds an edge through a full day of bait cutting and resharpens easily with a quick pass on a steel.

Two Size Options

The small (3.5" blade) handles precision cuts and smaller baits. The large (5.25" blade) takes on whole ballyhoo, mullet, and bigger bait prep jobs. Both are light enough to use all day.

How to Use a Bait Knife for Bait Prep

  1. Secure your bait on a flat cutting surface
  2. Use the small knife for strip cuts and precise trimming
  3. Use the large knife for breaking down whole baitfish
  4. Cut strips against the grain for better hook hold
  5. Rinse the knife with fresh water after each session

Specs & Common Questions

Everything you need to know before you buy

Full Specifications +
Brand Epic Fishing Co.
Blade Material Stainless steel
Small Size 8" overall, 3.5" blade
Large Size 10.5" overall, 5.25" blade
Handle Rubber, non-slip
Small Price $7.99
Large Price $9.99
What size bait knife should I get? +
Small (3.5" blade) for strip bait and small cuts. Large (5.25" blade) for breaking down whole ballyhoo, mullet, and bigger baits. Most anglers grab the large. See our knife collection for all options.
Why are these reclaimed? +
These knives are sourced from commercial fishing operations, professionally sterilized, and resharpened. It keeps good knives out of landfills and puts them in your tackle box at a great price. Our gear essentials guide covers more smart buys.
Can I use this for filleting fish? +
These are bait knives, not fillet knives. The blade is stiffer and shorter than a proper fillet knife. For filleting, check our Gerber Controller or other options in our fillet knife collection.
Will the handle color always be green? +
Handle color varies between green and black depending on available stock. Both colors use the same rubber material and grip pattern. See all our knives here.
How do I maintain the blade? +
Rinse with fresh water after each trip and dry before storage. A quick pass on a sharpening steel keeps the edge. Stainless resists rust but still benefits from care. Our gear guide has maintenance tips.
Is this a good boat knife? +
It is an excellent bait prep knife for the boat. For general boat tasks like cutting line and rope, pair it with a good pair of fishing pliers. Browse our fishing accessories for more boat tools.