Difference between semi stiff and flex boning knife?

Trumpstylz · Feb 26, 2013

Okay, I understand that one is obviously a little stiffer, but can someone give me some insight where one might be better than the other? I'm looking at the victornox, rada, chicago cutlery, and dexter MIU france (very inexpensive).

K-JUN · Feb 26, 2013

Victornox would be an excellent choice. Because they are really a commercial brand (once only sold at restaurant supplies). They have a lower price point than some of the retail brands. As for the semi stiff vs flex debate like most things opinions vary. I like the flex because I feel it is easier to get around bones. To be honest I don't feel there is a ton of difference between the two.

Trumpstylz · Feb 26, 2013

onexchef said:
As for the semi stiff vs flex debate like most things opinions vary. I like the flex because I feel it is easier to get around bones. .

I actually would be using it more for trimming than actual bone work (the only time i really deal with bones are sometimes w/ bone in pork butts or ribs).

K-JUN · Feb 26, 2013

I still like the flex version. It does fine for trimming too. Like I said not much difference in flex between the two. If you want to try one without risking to much cash you could try this http://ishopculinarysupplies.com/cutlery/fillet-knives/5613-6.html Brazilian made but not bad at all http://test.mundial-usa.com/company-info

K-JUN · Feb 26, 2013

Sorry link fixed now.

John Bowen · Feb 26, 2013

I use the Victornox boning knife – stiff. I find that it is pretty much my go to knife when it comes to meat. Keeps a good edge and feels good in my hand. I have not really had much need for a flexible one. I also have some of the Rada knifes which I love – I use them mainly for vegetables. Rada is a good brand for the money.

big brother smoke · Feb 26, 2013

I like the stiff knife for trimming out chicken for comps.

Full Draw BBQ · Feb 26, 2013

I couldn't decide between the two and bought both! Now I use the stiff one all the time, the other one stays in my knife bag and never gets used.

buccaneer · Feb 26, 2013

Stiff.
Goes exactly where you point it and no flex wastage.
Nothing like a stiffy.

landarc · Feb 26, 2013

I prefer a stiff boning knife as well, a much more precise tool. Flexible is great for fileting fish (although Japanese do not use a flexible knife for filet work) and for detailed boning off of curved bones, the stiff just is more precise and faster.

TheJackal · Feb 26, 2013

I have both the Victorinox straight stiff boning knife and a curved flexible boning knife. I use the straight/stiff for trimming chicken. I actually prefer the curved/flexible for the other cuts.

Difference between semi stiff and flex boning knife?

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