Calamus SwiftEdge Fillet Knife Review
Our verdict
The Calamus SwiftEdge Fillet Knife Set costs just $12.99 and posts the highest bought last month figure in this comparison at 600+, backed by a 4.3 star average across 164 reviews, making it the standout value pick among the fillet knives here.
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Budget conscious anglers who want a fillet knife set with a sheath at $12.99, and buyers who weigh the 600+ bought last month figure, the highest of any knife in this comparison, as the strongest signal of current popularity.
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Skip it if you want the highest rated blade available, since its 4.3 stars sits below the 4.6 to 4.8 stars posted by the Opinel, Kershaw, Dalstrong and HOSHANHO, or if you need a single dedicated blade rather than a set.
- Material Polyoxymethylene, Thermoplastic Rubber (TPR)
- Weight 0.49 Kilograms
- Length 13 Inches
- Size A: Fillet Knife Set
- Color Blue
- Pieces 1.0 Count
- Priced 60% below the category median ($32.23 across 74 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.3/5
4.3 average across 164 owner ratings
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Popularity1.4/5
164 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
At $12.99, the Calamus SwiftEdge undercuts nearly every other fillet knife in this comparison except the Rapala 126SP, and it still shows up with the strongest current demand of the whole group. Its specs describe a fillet knife set built from polyoxymethylene and thermoplastic rubber (TPR), with the listed features covering a 7 inch fillet knife, a 9 inch fillet knife and a sheath, all in a blue finish.
At 0.49 kilograms and 13 inches of listed overall length, it carries a bit more heft than a single compact blade like the Rapala 126SP, consistent with a listing that bundles multiple blade sizes and a sheath rather than one knife alone. Pieces are listed as 1.0 count for the package, with the set contents described through the feature and size fields instead.
The 600+ bought last month figure is the highest of any fillet knife in this comparison, ahead of the KastKing 110VFKOR's 500+ and well past the 100+ seen on the Rapala 126SP, HOSHANHO and Paradox kit. Its 4.3 star average across 164 reviews is solid but not the top of the field, coming in below the 4.6 to 4.8 stars posted by four of the other knives compared here.
Pros
- 600+ bought last month, the highest recent demand figure of any fillet knife in this comparison
- Priced at $12.99, among the cheapest options here
- Listing features cover a 7 inch and 9 inch fillet knife plus a sheath
- Polyoxymethylene and TPR construction for the handle and components
- 164 reviews at a 4.3 star average gives it a reasonably established feedback base
Cons
- 4.3 star average is the lowest tied rating alongside the KastKing 110VFKOR in this comparison
- 164 reviews is well behind the Kershaw 1259X's 1,500
- At 0.49 kilograms it is heavier than lighter single blade options like the Opinel
- Pieces listed as 1.0 count despite feature text describing multiple blade sizes and a sheath, worth confirming contents before buying
- No stated steel type in the specs beyond the polyoxymethylene and TPR handle materials
Specifications
| Material | Polyoxymethylene, Thermoplastic Rubber (TPR) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 0.49 Kilograms |
| Length | 13 Inches |
| Size | A: Fillet Knife Set |
| Color | Blue |
| Pieces | 1.0 Count |
| Feature | 7” Fillet Knife, 9” Fillet Knife, Sheath |
Performance notes
The Calamus SwiftEdge is specced with a polyoxymethylene and thermoplastic rubber (TPR) build, materials generally chosen for durability and grip rather than the edge holding properties of a knife's actual blade steel, which is not separately listed here. Its feature list references a 7 inch fillet knife, a 9 inch fillet knife and a sheath, so buyers get the same two length coverage as the KastKing Paradox kit but at less than half the price. At 13 inches of overall length and 0.49 kilograms, it is on the heavier side of the group, which can add stability during longer cuts but also means more weight to carry in a tackle bag. The blue color is distinct from the orange, black and silver finishes seen on the other knives in this comparison, which helps it stand out in a crowded gear bag.
What buyers say
A 600+ bought last month figure is the strongest recent demand signal of any fillet knife in this comparison, ahead of the KastKing 110VFKOR's 500+ and far past the 100+ level shared by several other knives. That kind of volume at $12.99 suggests the SwiftEdge is winning on price and perceived value even though its 4.3 star average, while solid, ties for the lowest rating in this group alongside the KastKing 110VFKOR. With 164 reviews, the sample is smaller than knives like the Kershaw 1259X's 1,500, but growing fast given the current purchase rate. Overall the pattern points to a budget pick that a lot of buyers are choosing right now, even if it is not the top rated blade on paper.
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Frequently asked questions
Why does the Calamus SwiftEdge show 600+ bought last month?
That figure is the highest recent purchase count of any fillet knife in this comparison, likely tied to its low $12.99 price and the fact that its listed features include a 7 inch knife, a 9 inch knife and a sheath in one purchase. High volume at a low price is a common combination for a budget value pick.
How does the Calamus SwiftEdge's 4.3 star rating compare to other fillet knives?
At 4.3 stars across 164 reviews, it ties the KastKing 110VFKOR for the lowest rating among the fillet knives in this comparison, below the 4.6 to 4.8 stars posted by the Opinel, Kershaw, Dalstrong and HOSHANHO. It's still a positive score, just not the top performer on review quality.
Does the Calamus SwiftEdge come with more than one blade?
The listed features reference a 7 inch fillet knife, a 9 inch fillet knife and a sheath, and the size field describes it as a fillet knife set, though the pieces count is listed as 1.0. Check the current listing directly to confirm exact contents before you buy.