Avery Knife Works Brookie Fillet Knife

Brookie Filet — 5.5” AEB-L A compact, ultra-responsive filet knife inspired by mountain streams and tight quarters. The Brookie Filet is the nimble counterpart to the Elk River — a smaller, lighter filet knife designed for precision work on fish, game, and delicate proteins. Its tuned AEB-L blade offers predictable flex, clean slicing, and exceptional control when working in-hand or along tight seams. Whether you’re cleaning trout by the water or breaking down smaller cuts in the kitchen, the Brookie delivers effortless handling and razor-sharp performance in a compact, confidence-boosting package. Key Features 5.5” AEB-L Stainless Blade — Known for toughness, fine-grain sharpness, and clean slicing. Optimized Hardness (~61–62 HRC) — A sweet spot for resilient flex and long-lasting edge retention. Medium Flex Profile — Hand-ground thin for smooth bends and controlled tip work. 4” Hand-Sculpted Handle — Compact, comfortable, and shaped for precise grip and agility. Built for Smaller Fish & Detail Work — Ideal where accuracy matters more than reach. Craftsmanship The Brookie Filet is fully hand-ground with a geometry designed for predictable, deliberate flex. This allows you to trace bones, lift seams, and work around delicate structures with ease. AEB-L has been the industry standard for filet knives for decades, prized for its: natural flexibility forgiving heat treatment outstanding toughness incredibly fine grain ease of sharpening even at higher hardness levels At ~61–62 HRC, the Brookie achieves the ideal balance of edge retention and toughness for a compact, working filet knife. The 4” hand-sculpted handle gives the knife a light, agile feel while still offering a secure, ergonomic grip — especially useful when working close to the blade or performing detailed tip work. Specifications Specification Details Model Brookie Filet Blade Steel AEB-L Stainless Blade Length 5.5" Handle Length 4" Overall Length 9.5" Hardness ~61–62 HRC Grind Hand-ground, thin with medium flex Handle Material Wood, micarta, or hybrid Edge Geometry High-precision filet profile Sheath Included Each knife includes a molded Kydex sheath and is fully covered under our Lifetime Warranty. Lifetime Guarantee Every Avery Knifeworks blade is backed by a Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials or craftsmanship. Every purchase also includes free sharpening for life, ensuring your knife performs like new for as long as you own it.