SF FB0403 Fly Box Review
Our verdict
The SF FB0403 Fly Box sits at $7.99, the same price as the Gonex GXGN2247A, and carries a 4.6-star rating across 471 reviews. That review count is the second highest of the four fly boxes compared here, giving it a real track record among buyers who chose a clear-lid plastic box over pricier options.
Check price on AmazonBest for
Anglers who want a budget clear-lid fly box for organizing dry flies or nymphs and checking contents at a glance, especially those comparing options in the $7 to $10 range where reviews and volume matter.
Skip if
Skip it if you want proof of strong recent demand: bought last month shows 0+ here, well behind the Gonex GXGN2247A's 300+ units, and the box comes with no stated foam or slit-foam insert details.
- Material Plastic
- Color Clear
- Pieces 1.0 Count
- Priced 35% below the category median ($12.21 across 14 tracked models)
Our scorecard
-
Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 471 owner ratings
-
Popularity3.6/5
471 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
Sorting through a fly box streamside when the fish are rising is no time to fumble with a foggy lid. The SF FB0403 solves that at least on paper, with a clear plastic build that lets an angler scan patterns without popping the latch every cast.
At $7.99, the FB0403 is priced identically to the Gonex GXGN2247A and a full two dollars under the Aventik 24L. Its spec sheet is simple: a plastic body, a clear finish, and a single-piece count, which keeps the design uncomplicated compared to boxes that add foam ridges or slit compartments. There is no listed feature beyond the clear housing itself.
Where the FB0403 stands out is review volume. Its 471 reviews and 4.6-star average beat the Aventik 24L (320 reviews, 4.4 stars) and the Extra Large Double Sided box (126 reviews, 4.4 stars), though it trails the Gonex GXGN2247A's 1,900 reviews and 4.7 stars. Bought last month sits at 0+, the same figure shown for the Aventik and the Extra Large box, so recent demand data does not set it apart the way the review history does.
Pros
- 4.6-star rating across 471 reviews, more reviews than both the Aventik 24L (320) and the Extra Large Double Sided box (126)
- Priced at $7.99, matching the Gonex GXGN2247A as the cheapest option in this comparison
- Clear plastic housing for a quick visual check of fly patterns
- Simple 1.0-count package keeps the design straightforward
- Listed as InStock, so availability is not a concern at checkout
Cons
- Bought last month shows 0+, giving no signal of recent buying momentum
- Falls behind the Gonex GXGN2247A's 1,900 reviews and 4.7-star average
- Specs list only material, color, and piece count, with no stated dimensions or foam-slit details
- No listed feature beyond the clear lid, unlike the Aventik 24L's lightweight callout or the Gonex's portable tag
Specifications
| Material | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Color | Clear |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
Performance notes
The FB0403's spec sheet is short: plastic material, a clear color finish, and a 1.0 count package, meaning one box per purchase. A clear plastic shell is the defining trait here since it lets an angler see which fly sits where without lifting the lid, useful when swapping patterns quickly on the water. Plastic construction generally keeps weight down and cost low, which lines up with its $7.99 price tag matching the cheapest box in this set, the Gonex GXGN2247A. Because the listing does not specify foam type, slit count, or interior compartments, buyers comparing storage capacity against boxes like the Extra Large Double Sided model, which specifies a black and orange color scheme, or the Aventik 24L, tagged as lightweight, are working with less detail here. The lack of stated dimensions makes it hard to judge how many flies the FB0403 actually holds relative to its competitors.
What buyers say
A 4.6-star average holding steady across 471 reviews suggests the FB0403 has satisfied a large, consistent pool of buyers rather than a small early batch skewing the number. That review count is well above the Aventik 24L's 320 and the Extra Large Double Sided box's 126, putting the FB0403 in a stronger position on sample size within this group, even if it still trails the Gonex GXGN2247A's 1,900 reviews and 4.7 stars. The one gap in the pattern is the bought-last-month figure, listed at 0+, which does not show current purchase momentum the way the Gonex's 300+ figure does. Taken together, the history reads as a proven, long-selling item rather than a currently trending one.
More from SF
Similar fishing gear and tackle to consider
Featured in
Frequently asked questions
How much does the SF FB0403 Fly Box cost?
The SF FB0403 is listed at $7.99, the same price as the Gonex GXGN2247A and about two dollars less than the Aventik 24L at $9.99. It is currently marked InStock, so the price reflects current availability rather than a discontinued listing.
Is the SF FB0403 well rated?
Yes. It holds a 4.6-star average across 471 reviews, which is a larger review base than the Aventik 24L (320 reviews) and the Extra Large Double Sided box (126 reviews), though it falls short of the Gonex GXGN2247A's 1,900 reviews and 4.7-star average.
What is the SF FB0403 made of?
The listing specifies a plastic material with a clear color finish, sold as a single 1.0 count unit. No foam type, slit configuration, or interior dimensions are listed, so buyers who need those details should compare against boxes with fuller spec sheets.