KITLUCK TLFK1201U Fillet Knife Review
Our verdict
The KITLUCK TLFK1201U is a 3-piece fillet and bait knife set priced at $59.99, and it holds a 4.6-star rating across 33 reviews with 100+ bought last month. That rating ties the Kershaw 1259X's top score in this comparison, though the set costs nearly three times as much and has a much smaller review base.
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Anglers who want a matched 3-piece fillet and bait knife set rather than a single blade, and who are drawn to a 4.6-star rating even with a smaller 33-review sample and a premium $59.99 price.
Skip if
Skip it if $59.99 is more than you want to spend on knives. The Rapala 126SP costs $10.49 and the Kershaw 1259X costs $20.51, both far cheaper than this 3-piece set's per-unit price.
- Material Silicone
- Length 10 Inches
- Color White
- Pieces 3 Count
- Feature Filet & Bait Knives
- Priced 86% above the category median ($32.23 across 74 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 33 owner ratings
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Popularity0.1/5
33 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
A dedicated bait knife alongside a fillet blade saves the trouble of using one knife for both jobs, and the KITLUCK TLFK1201U packages that idea into a 3-piece set at $59.99. The set includes fillet and bait knives, measures 10 inches, and comes in white, a silicone-based build according to the listed material spec.
Against single-knife pricing, this set runs well above the field. The Rapala 126SP costs $10.49, the Rapala BP136SH runs $17.50, and the Kershaw 1259X asks $20.51, all for one knife each. Even split three ways, the KITLUCK set works out to roughly $20 per piece, close to the Kershaw's per-knife price but with a specialized fillet-and-bait pairing the single knives do not offer.
The KITLUCK's 4.6-star rating across 33 reviews ties the Kershaw 1259X's 4.6-star average, the highest in this comparison, though the Kershaw's rating is backed by 1,500 reviews against this set's 33. Its 100+ bought last month matches the Rapala 126SP's pace and beats the Kershaw's 50+ and the BP136SH's 0+. A high rating on a small sample is promising but less proven than a rating built on a much larger review base.
Pros
- 4.6-star rating ties the highest score in this comparison, matching the Kershaw 1259X
- 3-piece fillet and bait knife set covers two knife jobs in one purchase
- 100+ bought last month, matching the Rapala 126SP and beating the Kershaw's 50+
- 10-inch measurement with a silicone-based build per the listed spec
- White color for easy visibility in a tackle box
Cons
- Only 33 total reviews, the smallest sample in this comparison
- At $59.99, it costs nearly six times the Rapala 126SP's $10.49
- No listed weight, unlike the Rapala 126SP's 2.4 ounces or the Kershaw's 3.5 ounces
- Rating is unproven at scale next to the Kershaw's 1,500-review track record
Specifications
| Material | Silicone |
|---|---|
| Length | 10 Inches |
| Color | White |
| Pieces | 3 Count |
| Feature | Filet & Bait Knives |
Performance notes
The set pairs fillet and bait knives together, a combination suited to anglers who need a smaller, more precise blade for cutting bait alongside a longer blade for cleaning the catch, rather than relying on a single knife for both tasks. The 10-inch measurement and silicone material spec point to a build geared toward grip in wet conditions, differing from the Kershaw 1259X's co-polymer handle or the Rapala knives' stainless steel construction. Shipping three pieces per set means a spare or specialized blade is on hand without a separate purchase, which the single-knife options in this comparison do not offer. No weight is listed, so buyers comparing in-hand feel against the Rapala 126SP's 2.4 ounces will need to check the product listing directly for that detail.
What buyers say
A 4.6-star average across 33 reviews ties the Kershaw 1259X for the highest rating in this comparison, ahead of the Rapala 126SP's 4.5 stars and the BP136SH's 4.4 stars. The catch is sample size: 33 reviews is a fraction of the Kershaw's 1,500 or the Rapala 126SP's 423, so the rating reflects a much newer, smaller pool of buyers. Its 100+ bought last month matches the Rapala 126SP's pace and outpaces the Kershaw's 50+ and the BP136SH's 0+. A top-tier rating paired with solid recent purchase volume is a good early sign, but it has not yet accumulated the review depth that would make it as proven as the market's longer-standing options.
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Frequently asked questions
What comes in the KITLUCK TLFK1201U set?
It is a 3-piece set featuring fillet and bait knives, according to the listed features, measuring 10 inches with a silicone-based material spec. That pairing covers two distinct cutting jobs in one $59.99 purchase, unlike the single-knife listings in this comparison.
Is a 4.6-star rating with only 33 reviews trustworthy?
It ties the Kershaw 1259X's 4.6-star average, the top rating in this comparison, but the Kershaw's score is backed by 1,500 reviews against this set's 33. The rating pattern looks strong, though the sample size is still small compared to the market's established options.
How does the price compare to a single fillet knife like the Kershaw 1259X?
The KITLUCK 3-piece set costs $59.99, close to three times the Kershaw 1259X's $20.51 for one knife. Split across three pieces, that works out to roughly $20 each, similar to the Kershaw's per-knife price but with an added bait knife included.