Dress Fillet (USA Damascus) - DIY Knife Kit - (w/Handle Combos)

The Dress Filet Knife Kit Series is designed for craftsmen who appreciate the elegance of a traditional filet knife combined with the satisfaction of building it themselves. Featuring a sleek, slender profile and excellent balance, the Dress Filet is equally at home in the kitchen, at the cleaning table, or displayed as a custom handmade piece. Available in both USA-made 1075 High Carbon Steel and premium USA-made Damascus Steel, this knife kit series offers builders the freedom to create a truly personalized cutting tool.

 

With its long 6.125-inch blade and 11.50-inch overall length, the Dress Filet delivers the reach and control needed for precise slicing and detailed cutting tasks. The narrow blade profile and thin stock provide excellent maneuverability, making it an ideal platform for creating a high-performance filet knife with custom handle materials and finishes.

 

Each Dress Filet blade is precision ground on both sides and arrives heat treated and ready for assembly. The full tang design includes two 0.156-inch handle holes and one 0.187-inch hole, providing a secure foundation for handle installation. Stainless steel pinstock is included with every variation, while selected combo kits also include premium hardwood handle scales to streamline the building process.

 

Builders can choose from classic 1075 High Carbon Steel for exceptional edge performance and easy maintenance or upgrade to stunning USA-made Damascus Steel featuring a beautiful 416-layer pattern forged from multiple premium carbon steels. Both options provide outstanding performance while allowing makers to showcase their craftsmanship through custom handle shaping, finishing, and personalization.

 

Whether you're creating a working filet knife, a custom kitchen tool, a fishing companion, or a handcrafted gift, the Dress Filet Knife Kit Series offers a timeless design and premium materials ready for your next project.