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FLISSA 7-1/2 Inch Fishing Pliers, 420 Stainless Steel Fish Pliers, Review
Our verdict
The FLISSA 7-1/2 Inch pliers cost $17.99, use 420 stainless steel construction, and hold a 4.6 star average across 143 reviews, matching the top rating in this comparison while beating the Texas SR-5's price by over $2 and the KastKing's price by over $7.
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Anglers who want 420 stainless steel construction at a low price point, matching the 4.6 star ceiling set by the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6 while costing less than either the Piscifun or KastKing.
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You want the largest possible review base backing a purchase, since FLISSA's 143 reviews trails the Texas SR-5's 396, the Rapala RCP6's 544, and the Berkley's 848 by a wide margin.
- Material Stainless Steel, Rubber
- Weight 8.1 ounces
- Color Blue
- Priced 50% above the category median ($11.99 across 104 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.4/5
overall
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 143 owner ratings
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Popularity2.2/5
143 owner reviews, fewer 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
Built from 420 stainless steel with a rubber grip, the FLISSA 7-1/2 Inch plier weighs 8.1 ounces and is finished in blue. At $17.99, it undercuts the Texas SR-5 ($20.11), the Piscifun ($22.99), the KastKing ($25.19), and the TRUSCEND ($33.99), while sitting just above the Rapala RCP6 ($11.97) and Berkley BTSTLP6 ($10.99).
Its 4.6 star average across 143 reviews ties it with the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6 for the highest rating in this comparison, ahead of the Piscifun's 4.3 and the Berkley's 4.4. The review count of 143 is modest, a touch larger than the Sotiff's 125, but still well behind the hundreds or thousands of reviews on several other listings here.
At 200+ bought last month, the FLISSA matches the Rapala RCP6's recent demand figure exactly, placing it ahead of the Texas SR-5's 0+ and the Sotiff's 100+, though behind the Piscifun's 700+ and the KastKing's 1,000+. Combined with its stainless steel and rubber build, it reads as a solidly mid-pack option that beats several pricier alternatives on both rating and value, making it worth a look for budget-focused buyers in this category.
Pros
- 4.6 star average across 143 reviews ties the top rating in this comparison with the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6
- 420 stainless steel construction with a rubber grip component for handling
- Priced at $17.99, cheaper than the Texas SR-5, Piscifun, KastKing, and TRUSCEND
- 200+ bought last month matches the Rapala RCP6's recent demand figure exactly
- 8.1 ounce weight keeps it in a manageable range for repeated use
Cons
- 143 reviews is a smaller sample than the Texas SR-5's 396, Rapala's 544, or Berkley's 848
- 200+ bought last month trails the Piscifun's 700+ and the KastKing's 1,000+
- No stated pieces count or feature tag beyond material and color specs
- Stainless steel jaws are generally softer than the tungsten carbide used in the KastKing
Specifications
| Material | Stainless Steel, Rubber |
|---|---|
| Weight | 8.1 ounces |
| Color | Blue |
Performance notes
At 8.1 ounces, the FLISSA sits in a middle weight range, heavier than the Piscifun's 3.6 ounces but lighter than the Rapala RCP6's 0.3 pounds, which works out to roughly comparable heft in the hand. The 420 stainless steel jaw material is a common choice for corrosion resistance in wet or saltwater environments, similar in intent to the Texas SR-5's stainless build, though it won't hold an edge as long as the tungsten carbide used in the KastKing KTATLSCO-PLS2. The added rubber component likely covers the grip area, improving hold in wet conditions, a detail that pairs naturally with the blue color choice for visibility against gear and water. At $17.99, the combination of stainless construction and a matching top-tier rating makes it a straightforward value pick in this lineup.
What buyers say
A 4.6 star average across 143 reviews places the FLISSA in a three-way tie for the top rating in this comparison, alongside the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6, both also at 4.6 stars. Its review count, while smaller than the Texas SR-5's 396 or the Rapala's 544, is still substantial enough to support that score with some confidence. On recent demand, its 200+ bought-last-month figure matches the Rapala RCP6 precisely and clears the Texas SR-5's 0+ and the Sotiff's 100+, though it falls short of the Piscifun's 700+ and the KastKing's 1,000+. The overall pattern points to a well-regarded, moderately popular plier rather than either a runaway best-seller or a niche pick.
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Frequently asked questions
What material is the FLISSA 7-1/2 Inch fishing plier made from?
It uses 420 stainless steel along with a rubber component, likely for the grip area, and weighs 8.1 ounces in a blue finish. That stainless build is similar in purpose to the Texas SR-5's stainless steel jaws also featured in this comparison.
How does the FLISSA compare in price to other fishing pliers?
At $17.99 it costs less than the Texas SR-5 ($20.11), the Piscifun ($22.99), the KastKing ($25.19), and the TRUSCEND ($33.99), while costing slightly more than the Rapala RCP6 ($11.97) and Berkley BTSTLP6 ($10.99) in this same fishing plier comparison lineup overall.
What is the FLISSA's rating and recent sales volume?
It holds a 4.6 star average across 143 reviews, tying the Texas SR-5 and Rapala RCP6 for the top rating in this comparison, with a 200+ bought-last-month figure that matches the Rapala RCP6 exactly and beats the Texas SR-5's 0+.