SZCO 211183 Fillet Knife Review
Our verdict
The SZCO 211183 is a $12.70 fillet knife that includes a sheath and carries a 4.5 star rating across 639 reviews, the second highest review count of any fillet knife in this comparison behind only the Kershaw 1259X's 1,500. At this price it undercuts every Kershaw and Cuda model here while matching or beating most of their ratings.
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Budget conscious anglers who want a fillet knife backed by real review volume, 639 reviews at 4.5 stars, and who want a sheath included rather than buying one separately, all at a $12.70 price point.
Skip if
Skip it if you specifically want a steel or stainless steel blade, since this one is built from ABS plastic, or if you want the very lowest price, since the Rapala 126SP runs $10.49.
- Material Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
- Weight 0.1 Kilograms
- Length 12.5 Inches
- Size 7"
- Color red/black
- Pieces 1.0 Count
- Priced 61% below the category median ($32.23 across 74 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 639 owner ratings
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Popularity3.6/5
639 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other fishing gear and tackle we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
A knife that comes with its own sheath saves a separate purchase and keeps the blade protected between trips to the water. The SZCO 211183 is built from ABS material with a red and black color scheme, includes a sheath, and lists a 12.5 inch overall length with a 7 inch size spec, at a weight of 0.1 kilograms.
At $12.70 it is the second cheapest fillet knife in this comparison, behind only the Rapala 126SP at $10.49, and well under every Kershaw and Cuda model here, including the $44.76 Kershaw 1242GEX. That low price does not come with a low rating, since its 4.5 stars matches the Rapala 126SP, Kershaw 1247X, and Cuda 18870.
With 639 reviews, the SZCO 211183 has the second highest review count of any fillet knife compared here, behind only the Kershaw 1259X's 1,500 and well ahead of the 200 to 423 range held by most of the others. Bought last month is listed at 0+, in line with most of the fillet knives in this set aside from the Rapala 126SP's 100+ and the Kershaw 1259X's 50+.
Pros
- 639 reviews is the second highest review count of any fillet knife in this comparison
- 4.5 star rating matches the Rapala 126SP, Kershaw 1247X, and Cuda 18870
- Comes with a sheath included, unlike most other listings in this set
- At $12.70, the second cheapest fillet knife compared here
- Red and black color scheme for easy visibility in a tackle bag
- Listed as In Stock at time of writing
Cons
- Built from ABS material rather than steel or stainless steel like several alternatives
- Bought last month is listed at 0+, versus 100+ for the Rapala 126SP
- Size spec of 7 inches versus a listed 12.5 inch length is worth confirming before ordering
- Slightly pricier than the Rapala 126SP's $10.49
Specifications
| Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.1 Kilograms |
| Length | 12.5 Inches |
| Size | 7" |
| Color | red/black |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
| Feature | Sheath |
Performance notes
A sheath included with the knife means one less accessory to source separately, and it keeps the blade edge protected when packed alongside other tackle. ABS material is a common choice for handles on budget priced fillet knives, generally lighter and less prone to corrosion near water than a plain steel build, though it trades some of the density and heft of the steel and stainless steel models in this comparison. At 0.1 kilograms, the listed weight is comparable to the Kershaw 1247X, which also lists 0.1 kilograms, suggesting a similar in hand feel between the two despite the price gap. The listing shows a 12.5 inch length alongside a 7 inch size spec, two different figures worth checking against the product page before ordering, similar to the length and size mismatch seen on the Cuda 18870. The red and black color scheme is also a departure from the black, silver, blue, and stainless finishes seen elsewhere in this set.
What buyers say
A 4.5 star rating across 639 reviews gives the SZCO 211183 the second largest review base in this comparison, trailing only the Kershaw 1259X's 1,500 reviews and comfortably ahead of the 200 to 423 range held by most of the other fillet knives here. That combination, a strong rating on a large review count, at a $12.70 price point, suggests broad buyer satisfaction across a large sample rather than a smaller, less tested listing. Bought last month is listed at 0+, the same figure shown for most of the fillet knives in this set aside from the Rapala 126SP's 100+ and the Kershaw 1259X's 50+, so current purchase activity does not stand out despite the strong historical review pattern.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the SZCO 211183 come with a sheath?
Yes, a sheath is listed as a feature of this knife, which is not called out on most of the other fillet knives in this comparison. That means one less accessory to buy separately for storing and protecting the blade between fishing trips.
How does the SZCO 211183 compare on price to the Rapala 126SP?
At $12.70 it costs slightly more than the Rapala 126SP's $10.49, making it the second cheapest fillet knife in this comparison. Both carry a 4.5 star rating, though the Rapala 126SP has 423 reviews and 100+ bought last month, compared to 639 reviews and 0+ bought last month for the SZCO 211183.
Why does the length and size spec look mismatched?
The listing shows a 12.5 inch overall length alongside a 7 inch size spec, two different numbers rather than one matching blade length. A similar mismatch appears on the Cuda 18870, so it is worth checking the exact blade length on the product listing before ordering.