CS63-2 Fishing Pliers Review

4.6 (1,463) Amazon rating$13.99600+ bought last month

Our verdict

At $13.99, the CS63-2 fishing pliers weigh 6.08 ounces, run 13.6 inches long, and carry a 4.6-star rating across 1,463 reviews. With 600+ bought last month, the highest demand figure of any plier in this comparison, it stands out as a longer-reach tool for anglers who value proven, fresh sales volume.

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Best for

Anglers who want a longer 13.6-inch aluminum and plastic plier for extra reach on bigger fish, and who trust a fast-moving listing backed by 600+ units bought last month.

Skip if

Skip this if you prefer a lighter, shorter pair for close-in work, since 13.6 inches and 6.08 ounces is bulkier than the compact stainless options in this same lineup.

  • Material Aluminum, Plastic
  • Weight 6.08 ounces
  • Target Species Fish
  • Size 13.6"
  • Color Blue
  • Pieces 1
  • Priced 17% above the category median ($11.99 across 104 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.6/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.6/5

    4.6 average across 1,463 owner ratings

  • Popularity4.5/5

    1,463 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 fish that will not stay still near the boat calls for a plier with some reach, not a stubby pair you have to lean over the rail to use. The CS63-2 fishing pliers answer that with a 13.6-inch aluminum and plastic build that weighs 6.08 ounces, finished in blue, and sold as a single one-piece unit.

At $13.99, the CS63-2 lands between the Rapala RCP6 at $11.97 and the Berkley BTSTLP6 hemostat pliers at $10.99 on one side, and the Texas SR-5 at $20.11 on the other. Its 4.6-star rating across 1,463 reviews matches the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6 exactly, but its 600+ bought last month beats every alternative here, including the Berkley's 500+ and the Rapala's 200+.

For anglers who want length and reach over a compact hemostat-style tool, and who put weight on current sales momentum, the CS63-2 is the pick in this set. The aluminum and plastic build keeps the 13.6-inch frame from getting too heavy, and the single-piece, single-color listing keeps the buying decision simple. At this price and length, it is an easy pair to keep clipped to a bag or belt for whenever a fish needs handling.

Pros

  • 600+ bought last month, the highest demand figure among these four pliers
  • 4.6-star rating across 1,463 reviews, tied for the best in this comparison
  • 13.6-inch length gives more reach than shorter hemostat-style pliers
  • Aluminum and plastic build keeps the longer frame at 6.08 ounces
  • Priced at $13.99, well under the $20.11 Texas SR-5
  • Single-piece listing with no size or color decision to make

Cons

  • 6.08 ounces and 13.6 inches is bulkier than the Berkley BTSTLP6 or Texas SR-5
  • Aluminum and plastic construction is not the stainless steel of the Texas SR-5
  • Costs more than the Rapala RCP6 at $11.97 and the Berkley BTSTLP6 at $10.99
  • Blue color is the only finish listed, with no alternative option
  • General fish target species listed, with no species-specific technique noted

Specifications

MaterialAluminum, Plastic
Weight6.08 ounces
Target SpeciesFish
Size13.6"
ColorBlue
Pieces1
FeatureNo

Performance notes

The 13.6-inch length is the defining number for this pair, noticeably longer than a typical 6 to 10-inch hemostat-style plier. That extra length matters when a fish is thrashing boatside or when a hook is set deep enough that shorter jaws would put fingers too close to teeth or trebles. At 6.08 ounces, the aluminum and plastic build keeps that extra length from turning into a heavy, tiring tool to carry on a lanyard all day. The plain fish target-species listing, rather than a species-specific technique callout like straight-hook or split-ring, suggests a general-purpose jaw shape meant to handle a range of hook types rather than one narrow job. The blue color and single-piece packaging keep the listing straightforward, with nothing to configure before checkout.

What buyers say

A 4.6-star rating across 1,463 reviews puts the CS63-2 in a three-way tie with the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6 on rating, but its 600+ bought last month is the strongest recent-demand figure in this entire group, ahead of the Berkley BTSTLP6's 500+, the Rapala's 200+, and the Texas SR-5's 0+. That combination, a high rating sustained across a large review base plus the fastest current sales pace, suggests buyers are not just satisfied after the fact but are actively choosing this pair over the alternatives right now. For a mid-priced tool at $13.99, that pattern points to consistent, ongoing trust rather than a one-time spike.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the CS63-2 fishing plier?

The CS63-2 measures 13.6 inches, longer than typical hemostat-style pliers in this comparison. That added length gives more reach when handling a fish at the rail or backing a hook out of a deep hook-set, though it does add some bulk compared to the shorter, lighter options in this lineup.

How does the CS63-2 compare in price to other fishing pliers?

At $13.99, the CS63-2 costs more than the Rapala RCP6 at $11.97 and the Berkley BTSTLP6 at $10.99, but noticeably less than the Texas SR-5 at $20.11. It sits in the middle of this four-way comparison on price while matching the top rating.

Is the CS63-2 a popular choice right now?

Yes. With 600+ bought last month, the CS63-2 shows the strongest recent sales pace of the four pliers compared here, ahead of the Berkley BTSTLP6's 500+ and the Rapala RCP6's 200+. Combined with 1,463 reviews at 4.6 stars, that points to steady, current buyer demand.

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