Details
Product Specs & Technical Highlights
- Primary SKU: 4143
- Manufacturer Model Number: S112-12H
- Blade Length: 12 inches (305mm)
- Blade Width: 2 inches (50mm) for maximum leverage
- Spine Thickness: 2.1 mm (Heavy-duty double thickness)
- Overall Length: 17 inches (430mm)
- Steel Type: Proprietary DEXSTEEL™ (High Carbon, High Alloy, Stain-free)
- Hardness: 56-58 Rockwell C (HRC)
- Handle Material: High-impact, 100% Recycled Polypropylene
- Heat Resistance: Handle rated up to 250°F (121°C)
- Weight: 1.1 lbs (Balanced for chopping force)
- Edge Geometry: Individually ground 50/50 bevel for precision de-boning
- Certifications: NSF International Certified
- Origin: Made in the USA
Trade-off Note: While the 56-58 HRC allows for easy field-sharpening with a standard steel, this knife is a dedicated splitter. It excels at heavy breakdown but should be paired with a flexible fillet knife for delicate skinning tasks.
When We Recommend the Dexter 12" Splitter
Who it Fits Best
Commercial fishmongers, high-volume seafood processing plants, and offshore charter boat captains who need a tool that can take a beating.
Where it Excels
This is the king of the 'rough breakdown.' It is unbeatable for removing heads from large tuna or salmon, splitting frozen bait, and processing heavy chum buckets.
Professional Comparisons
It offers significantly more impact resistance than a Victorinox Fibrox, though it is slightly heavier. It is built for 'splitting' rather than the 'slicing' focus of a standard cimeter.
Chef Feedback
"Pro processors love the handle's 'stickiness'—it stays in your hand even when covered in slime. The 56-58 HRC means they can get back to a razor edge in seconds with a few swipes on a steel."
Trade-offs & Considerations
This is a heavy tool. At 1.1 lbs, it is designed for force. If you are looking for a nimble knife for delicate trout or small panfish, this will be too much knife for the job.
Additional Info
| Blade Length (Inches) | 12 in. |
|---|---|
| Blade Length (mm) | 300 mm |
| Blade Width (inches) | 2 |
| Grind | 50/50 Bevel |
| Steel Type | DEXSTEEL |
| Rockwell Hardness | 56-58 |
| Stainless | Yes |
| Handle Material | Polypropylene |
| Spine Thickness (mm) | 2.1 |
| Brand | Dexter-Russell |
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
| SKU | 4143 |
| Manufacturer's Part Number | S112-12H |
| Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $81.50 |
