Product Description
The Spyderco Shelter™ Cove FB51GP is a high-performance fillet knife designed by world-renowned custom knifemaker and avid angler Phil Wilson. Known for his "no-nonsense" approach to hunting and fishing tools, Wilson’s Shelter Cove features a 5.78" blade crafted from 8Cr17MoV stainless steel. This specialized alloy is expertly heat-treated to achieve the ideal balance of edge retention and the lateral flexibility necessary for precision filleting and deboning tasks.
The blade features a masterful full-flat grind with an exceptionally thin edge geometry and a uniform distal taper, allowing it to glide through fish with minimal drag. The handle is constructed with a robust full-tang design and contoured Black G-10 scales, offering a high-friction, ergonomic grip that remains secure even when hands are wet or slippery. Complete with a premium genuine leather sheath, the Shelter Cove is a professional-grade tool that brings custom-tier slicing performance to every tackle box.
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Phil Wilson Design: Engineered by a master of edge geometry, optimized specifically for the demands of maritime and culinary fish processing.
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8Cr17MoV Stainless Steel: A high-chromium stainless steel chosen for its excellent corrosion resistance and ability to maintain a razor-sharp edge in wet environments.
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Exceptional Thin Edge Geometry: The 5.78" blade is ground thin for surgical precision, allowing for clean, effortless cuts along the spine and skin.
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Contoured Black G-10 Handles: Impact-resistant and moisture-proof, these scales are ergonomically shaped to reduce hand fatigue during high-volume processing.
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Genuine Leather Sheath: Includes a high-quality leather sheath with a sturdy belt loop for safe, convenient carry on the dock or in the kitchen.
Specifications:
| Product Type | Fixed Blade | |
| Brand | Spyderco | |
| Product Name | Shelter Cove | |
| Model # | FB52GP | |
| Overall Length (in) | 10.62 | |
| Blade Length (in) | 5.78 | |
| Handle Length (in) | 4.84 | |
| Blade Thickness (in) | 0.088 | |
| Blade Material | 8Cr17MoV | |
| Blade Style | Clip Point | |
| Blade Edge | Plain | |
| Blade Grind | Distal Taper | |
| Blade Finish | Satin | |
| Handle Material | G-10 | |
| Sheath Material | Leather | |
| Weight (oz) | 11.28 | |
| Origin | China | |
| Blade Range | 5-5.99 | |
| Reveal | 19 |