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A 4½-inch fish-bone puller with narrow, flat sides and opposed bent contact faces. Use the compact handheld shape for grasping exposed pin bones during the final check of a fillet.

  • 4½-inch overall length
  • Narrow, flat sides for a fingertip pinch grip
  • Opposed bent contact faces
  • Supplied as one fish-bone puller
  • Recommended care: handwash and dry thoroughly

Product Overview

The KK16N is a compact 4½-inch puller for individual fish-bone removal. Two narrow, flat sides lead to opposed bent contact faces, giving the tool a different profile from the broader square-ended alternatives.

The upper working end bends toward a thinner upturned lower lip. Use the close view to compare this contact shape with the other pullers, and choose the length and gripping profile that suit your preparation routine.

KK16N original view showing the opposed bent contact faces

Inspect the opposed working faces

The upper strip turns down at its end, while the lower tip curves upward toward it. This distinct contact profile is visible in the product view and remains the key difference to compare with broader pullers.

Pinch the flat sides behind the ends so you can see where they meet the bone. Check tip alignment before use, and avoid twisting the tool against hard surfaces.

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4½-inch length

A compact handheld size between the shortest and longest pullers in this collection.

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Bent contact faces

An upper bent end meets a thinner upturned lower lip at the working tips.

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Narrow, flat grip

Two slim, flat sides provide the finger-contact surfaces behind the tips.

KK16N narrow fish-bone puller held above a salmon fillet

Keep the contact point visible

Lay the fillet on a stable board and run clean fingertips gently along the flesh to find exposed pin bones. Grasp one bone close to its base while keeping the surrounding flesh supported.

Pull steadily in the direction of the bone rather than digging into the fillet with the tips. Work through one area at a time and recheck the portion before moving it to the finished side of the board.

KK16N puller resting on a wooden board beside a collection dish

Handwash and store with the tips protected

Set a collection dish beside the board for removed bones, and clear residue from the contact faces as you work. Keep waste separate from portions that have already been checked.

For routine care, handwash the puller, rinse thoroughly and dry both inner and outer surfaces before storage. Keep the bent ends clear of heavier utensils so their contact shape is protected.

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Price$5.79 $2.25 $6.95 $9.50
Length 4.5 in 4.75 in 4.125 in 4.6 in
Product type Fish-bone puller Fish-bone tweezers Fish-bone puller Fish-bone puller
Tip design Opposed bent contact faces Angled contact faces Broad, square-ended contact faces Sloping, angled contact faces
Recommended care Handwash, rinse and dry thoroughly Handwash, rinse and dry thoroughly — —
Included One fish-bone puller One fish-bone puller One fish-bone puller One fish-bone puller
Material — Stainless steel Stainless steel Stainless steel
Country of origin — Japan — —
Color — — Silver Silver
Care — — Dishwasher safe Dishwasher safe
Supplier reference — — BHN-04 BHN-05