Calamus Fishing Fillet Knife And Bait Knives, German G4116 Stainless-Steel Blades with Corrosion Resistant Coating, Non-Slip Handles, Protective Nylon Sheath, Perfect For Fresh Or Saltwater. review and price compare 2025

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Brand	Calamus
Handle Material	Rubber
Color	5" Bait Knife
Blade Material	Stainless Steel
Blade Shape	Straight Back

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G4116 German Stainless Blades – The razor sharp G4116 German Stainless-Steel fish fillet knife and bait knife blades have a beautiful blue corrosion resistant finish that is fresh and clean looking. It is also more corrosion resistant and will maintain its edge longer to make the job of filleting and steaking fish quicker and more efficient than ever before.
Available in Four Different Lengths and Shapes – Calamus filleting knives and bait knives are available in five lengths and shapes, so you’ll always have the perfect fixed knife for the job. Available in a stiff 5” bait knife, a 7” & 9” traditional/flexible fillet knife, and a tough 9” steaking/boning knife.
Non-Slip Golf Style Handles – Each knife has a comfortable and slip-resistant, golf style rubber handle for your safety and all-day comfort. These fish knife and bait knife handles feel great in your hand and provide a solid grip on the knife in both wet and dry conditions. These handles are also up to 40% lighter than some comparative handles making the job much easier.
Includes Protective Nylon Sheath – Each knife includes a lightweight and durable nylon sheath that protects the blade and keeps you safe between jobs. The sheath is vented to allow for air circulation while allowing water to drain away which also improves corrosion resistance.
Perfect for Fresh or Saltwater – German G4116 Stainless-steel blades stay sharper longer and are perfect for both fresh and saltwater fishing applications. Also great as a hunting knife, kitchen knife or chef knife.

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Calamus fishing fillet and bait knives

Calamus fishing fillet and bait knives are setting a new standard for quality in the fishing world. The razor sharp, G4116 German stainless-steel blades are coated with a durable, blue corrosion resistant finish that looks fresh and clean while improving corrosion resistance.


golf-style rubber handle Every fillet knife and bait knife feature a lightweight and slip resistant golf-style rubber handle that is comfortable and slip resistant both wet and dry. These comfortable handles make fish processing and bait preparation quick and simple and are up to 40% lighter than some comparative handles.	The Right Knife For The Job The 6”, 7” & 9” stainless curved blades have the perfect flexibility so the knife will follow natural contours for perfect fillets, is also an awesome ideal for thinner or more delicate cuts of meat such as fish or chicken.	Calamus knives Calamus bait and fillet knives include a lightweight and durable nylon sheath that protects the blades during storage. The sheath is vented for improved air circulation and will allow and water to drain from the sheath which improves also corrosion resistance.



Features	4 Strand; 150/300/600YD; 6-85LB; Gray/Moss Green/Grass Green/Yellow/Blue	Monofilament Fishing Line for Freshwater and Saltwater Fishing - Strong Abrasion Resistant Mono Line - Superior Nylon Material	Wall Mounted Fishing Rod Rack, Store 6 Rods or Fishing Rod Combos in 13.6 Inches, Great Fishing Pole Holder for Garage, 2 Pairs	Wall Mounted Fishing Rod Rack, Store 6 Rods or Fishing Rod Combos in 13.6 Inches, Great Fishing Pole Holder for Garage, 2 Pairs	Fishing Bags for Saltwater or Freshwater Fishing - Rip-Stop PE - Padded Shoulder Strap - Pliers Storage	Lightweight Aluminum Fishing Pliers, Sharp Vanadium Cutters with Safety Lock Non-Slip Rubber Handles



Features	UPF 50 Sun protection– Mesh venting promotes air flow – Light as a feather -Moisture wicking head band - Adjustable draw cord for a great fit – Adjustable chin strap	Removable Neck Shiled - UPF 50 Sun protection – Mesh venting promotes air flow –Moisture wicking head band - Adjustable draw cord for a great fit – Adjustable chin strap	German G4116 Stainless-Steel Blades with Corrosion Resistant Coating, Non-Slip Handles, Protective Nylon Sheath, Perfect For Fresh Or Saltwater	5.2:1 Gear Ratio Fishing Reel, 9+1 High Performance BB, Machined Aluminum Spool and Bail, Nylon Infused NL66 Body and Rotor	6.7oz Compact Design Fishing Reel, Micro-Adjustable Magnetic Brakes, 5+1 Double-Shielded Stainless-Steel BB, 7.2:1 Gear Ratio, Aluminum Spool	Polarized sunglasses lenses reduce glare - Impact resistant TAC lenses protect your eyes from flying objects - Blocks 100% of UVA and UVB rays - Lightweight Grilamid frames

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Questions about Calamus Fishing Fillet Knife And Bait Knives, German G4116 Stainless-Steel Blades with Corrosion Resistant Coating, Non-Slip Handles, Protective Nylon Sheath, Perfect For Fresh Or Saltwater.

Does it float?

Answer: No, it will not float on water.

Answer: Not sure, keep it on the shore.

What type of sharpening stone you recommend for this German blade?

Answer: I use workmate belt sander for knives on all my kitchen hunting and fishing. That’s what I do ????

Is it dishwasher safe?

Answer: you should NEVER put a knife in the dishwasher.

Answer: I'm not sure----I only hand wash. I expect that it is ok for dishwasher

Answer: Yes it is. Top rack though.

Answer: Yes

is the serrated back of the bait knife for scaling?

Answer: Yes, you can use the serrated back for scaling but there are also many other uses for this feature. One is for cutting frozen bait. The serrations make cutting frozen bait much easier. It is also very effective for cutting bone and also things like rope or cord.

I’m a novice that catches salt n fresh of all sizes. Would 9” be too clunky?

Answer: Not at all. It is very flexible and actually works better and allows you to feel for where you are making your cuts. We don’t catch large fish and this even works well on that. Favorite knife I’ve purchased for filleting fish.

Answer: I find the knife easier to handle AND more importantly see where the blade is moving during fillet.

Is the 9" fillet the total length or just the length of the blade?

Answer: The blade length is 9 inches, if you include the handle it's approximately 15 inches total.

Answer: It is the blade length

Answer: It is the length of the blade

Answer: Length of the blade

Who is the manufacturer of this knife? i’ve heard that this is made by kastking. is that correct?

Answer: Not sure who makes this knife, but I’m not to impressed with its performance, does not stay sharp, I like my 35 year old Rapala better.

Answer: Calamus was hatched as an Eposeidon incubator program for revolutionary ideas. Out of the box thinking was applied to fishing tackle to create spectacular, more efficient products.

where is knife made ?

Answer: The box says made in China

Answer: It’s a US company.

What is the blade sharpening angle?

Answer: Not sure of the angle. I use a Lasko box sharpener with 2 different angles built in and use the instructions recommended angle for outdoor knives and it works really well. I follow it up with a leather strop.

How well does this knife maintain its sharp edge?

Answer: Holds an edge very well. Blade is very ridged. Not much flex

Answer: Not well at all, my 35 year old Rapala holds a better edge.

Answer: Needs to be sharpened often especially on Walleye and bass

Why dont i have the option for the 7" blade?

Answer: There are 7” blades out there

I can only see 5” & 9” fillet knife. Is there no 7” for sale?

Answer: The 7" Fillet Knife is available now.

How does it stand up to salt water?

Answer: It don’t stand. It lays down.

Product reviews of Calamus Fishing Fillet Knife And Bait Knives, German G4116 Stainless-Steel Blades with Corrosion Resistant Coating, Non-Slip Handles, Protective Nylon Sheath, Perfect For Fresh Or Saltwater.

Christopher Joyce : . Great knife.

Great knife. Needed a new edge on it out of the package but so do all the expensive ones. Filleted about 100 fish first time out. Worked great. Stayed sharp. The grip on it is great. Very happy with this purchase. Will deffinitely be ordering more knives from this brand.

This Guy and his Wife : Great knife held its edge filleting 20+ catfish

I fish alot and it's hard to keep a knife that is sharp over a week I'm a month in without having to sharpen so happy with this purchase highly recommend

Trusted Buyer : Sharp Sharp Sharp!!!

These knives was just what I was looking for.. Very sharp, Good, Comfortable Grip, and enough flex to get the job done. These fillet knives and good on small, medium, and yes, even the BIG fish. ..and they stay sharp even after filleting over 20 fish. Keeps a good edge.

HW : AMAZING

Comfortable grip, weight is just right (not light, but far from heavy), sharp blade, tip is very small. Overall, great for fish filet. The thin blade and small tip allow for smooth cuts. Plus, the beautiful blue color is spot on. Highly recommend!

Wild Bill : Good buy for a boat or cleaning table

Holds an edge good if you keep it out of big bones, doesn’t rust, handle is good even when wet.

ChrisB : Love this Fillet Knife

My husband wanted to get me my own fillet knife for our fishing camp, he researched several and this was the best for the money. I love the ergonomic handle and the way the blade holds an edge. Now that we have it, I find my husband using it instead of his buck fillet knife!

Tom Kallam : Good choice

Very pleased so far, still sharp after processing several fish. Handle feels good in my hand and gives a good grip when wet and slick from cleaning fish, blade cover fits well a stays in place.

alicia1018 : Duller than a butter knife.

Wow. Came w 0 edge. Makes a butter knife feel like a razor blade.

Amazon Customer : Happy Fisherman

Bought this knife and the bait knife for hubby and he is very pleased. He likes the balance. He says they are nice and sharp!

Tncountryboy : Time will tell...

I just received this fillet knife. Feels very well in my hand and feels pretty good. I like the coating on the blade to prevent rusting which im assuming it has a carbon blade,which i prefer over stainless and the vented sheath to help it air dry. The sheath locks onto the knife perfectly. With everything going to the molle system, it would of been nice if the sheath had of adapted this tp attach to my guide tackle bag. But is very rigid compared to other fillet knives ive had. I haven't used it yet, but generally fillet knives are very flexible. This one does flex but not as much as my others. Also out of the box its not as sharp as I would expect a fillet knife to be. I will a sharpen it and try it next week on my next crappie fishing trip. Sharpening won't be a problem i just hope its not to rigid to keep it from being excellent at fileting fish. I'm going to take a second knife just incase this one fails in performance. Time will tell..

Alyssa Falcon : Well made, comfortable.

Comfortable handle with good grip, semi stiff blade but adequate flex for filleting fish cleanly. Works perfect on larger fish where my 4" and 5" filet knife came up short. Look forward to using it more on the water this season.

pennycandy : A super value Fishing Knife

The blade has the perfect flex. The steel keeps its edge nicely.
The cushioned grip is comfortable and slip-resistant
Great price all for the quality you get.
I would highly recommend this filet knife
Kastking is a great fishing brand.

Tobias : Very sharp

It’s Very sharp. First use sliced 2 fingers because it went through the meat so well

anonymous : Great fillet knife for the money.

I am a fishing guide and fillet lots of fish. I bought one of these knives last June and have cleaned about a thousand fish with it so far. It works great, holds a good edge, touches up easily and quickly on a steel and re-sharpens quickly and easily when needed. The handle is very comfortable and non-slip. This is a really nice fillet knife especially for the price. And I like the blade protector. It lets the blade dry and does not hold water like a plastic or cordura sheath. I like them enough I just bought 3 more of these knives.

MAF : Great product

This bait knife feels really good in the hand. Quality feel and the price is fair. Sharp right out of the box and Calamus products, I’m my opinion, are one of the better bargains out there. I’m a long time KastKing fan and feel this company makes comparable products at a better price point.

JM : Good quality knife

The funny part of receiving this knife today is that we went fishing and caught a bunch of fish. Pompano and whiting. When we returned home the knife was in the mailbox. Talk about perfect timing.

Anyhow the knife is of great quality. It is very sharp and flexible like a fillet knife should be. Made filleting the fish very easy.

For the quality of the knife the price was very reasonable.

Chris H : Great Knife

Great product! The handle grip is amazing. Fits my hand perfectly and is cushioned too!! Razor sharp out of the box and although I haven’t used it yet it’s made from German steel so I predict it will hold an edge just fine!! The clip on the sheath seems a little weak but that’s the only thing I didn’t like.

Stephanie : Christmas present for my husband and he LOVES it!!

He used it to filet a fish and it was sharper than we thought, very nice.

Rancher : High Quality, perfect weight

The quality of this fillet knife is very good. Cant wait to use on my next trip.

Corina : Quality knife

Knife came as advertised-- good value, comfortable, seems durable but haven't used yet

Paco : Not sharp and will not sharpen

Not sharp, even after using sharpener, my old metal knife with plastic handle worked 10x better. Regret buying this

Taylor : Excellent value with great results

This knife is perfect for cleaning big fish such as bull mahi and wahoo. The flexible blade really allows you to hug the spine while taking off the filets and also allows fine adjustments to get as much meat as you can. Removing blood lines and pin bones are both simple task as well. A great knife.

Clay Davenport : Must have!

Great feelning your hand and blade is very sharp works great

Pete S. : Great,sharp,non slip grip

I love this knives I'm a Chef so I know knives

GhostKnife : Great Product

Does exactly what it is supposed to do. Extremely sharp knife. .

GhostKnife : Great Product

Does exactly what it is supposed to do. Extremely sharp knife. .

Amazon Customer : Dangerous toy

Bought this colorful toy for my 4 yo grandson. He enjoyed playing mumbly peg with it until it hit him in the leg. He cut his artery. Had to rush him to hospital where he got 7 stitches. DO NOT LET CHILDREN under 6 yo play with this knife.

ChrisB : Love this Fillet Knife

Geirsen : Decent blade for the price

I just had a chance to use this knife for the first time yesterday. Cuts well and the 9" blade is a decent shape and size for 10-20lb fish. The knife could be a bit sharper, but nothing a proper fillet knife sharpener can't fix. The handle has plenty of grip and does not slip from your hand, even when covered in fish juices.

I definitely recommend this as a first fillet knife for someone who is a bit more budget-conscious.

The Umbrella Academy : Great Knife!

I don’t have any dislikes for this knife, it cuts through fish smoothly and the handle has a really good grip:)

Paul Z. : Calamus G6 Fillet Knife - A Great Knife & A Great Price

I was anxious to try this Calamus G6 fillet knife because I own other KastKing products and they are all great products. The first thing you notice is the nonslip very comfortable handle. The super sharp teflon covered blade slides and cuts very easily while filleting. Blade flex is good, letting you control the knife easily. And when you are done, the knife goes back into a rigid open style sheath that snaps to the knife. This is a great knife at a bargain price.

SA : Great knife

Purchased this knife for my recent fishing trip and let me tell you, I highly rate this knife. Out off the box I fileted 4 large red snapper and as dozen vermillion and the knife worked like a champ. I was thinking of getting that other brand (bb) for $50 bucks and sure glad I Purchased this one for 60% less. Going to purchase a few more for Father's day gifts. Purchased and additional 5 knives for Father's Day presents.

sinder : Could be sharper

My knife arrived not that sharp. My 30 year old Rapala holds its sharpness better than this knife. I had to sharpen it after using it the first time. I’m not impressed with it’s ability to hold a sharp edge and the tip is not as sharp and pointed as I would like.

Paul Z. : Calamus G6 Fillet Knife - A Great Knife & A Great Price

SA : Great knife

L. Erdman : Great knife, especially for the price

The first things I noticed when I took the knife out of the box is the quality of construction and the heft (which is a good thing, it feels very solid and easy to handle, not too light nor heavy). You will need to sharpen it though, as it didn't come very sharp. As always, sharpen regularly! Even the best knives get dull and need to be sharpened.

Paige : Great Beautiful and sharp knife for the price!

Bought it as a Father’s Day gift and he absolutely loved it, more than I thought he would. Really nice and clean knife, very well built, especially for the price. Not too overpriced. Came really fast. Beautiful vibrant blue with a really great look all together. Very sharp straight out of the box. Just wish it was a little more flexible.

Amazon Customer : Fish

Worked like a Champ on multiple fish, still has a nice edge

roy krueger : Good knife

Good knife. Was flexible enough to clean a bunch of crappie and stayed sharp. Got a cool pliers tool for taking hooks out as a free gift. Nicer than the knife! Better than the one I had. And has a belt holster to keep it near.

J wil : good knife

very sharp, seems to be high quality. I havent had a chance to use it yet but it seems like a great knife

Trusted Buyer : Sharp Sharp Sharp!!!

Bonners : Great knife for the price

Excellent knife for the price and sharpness is good. Just recommend a quick reshaping before each use to keep it cutting smoothly.

Christopher Joyce : . Great knife.

Chris H : Great Knife

Nick Bulka : Great Knife!

Ordered this Thursday and had it Friday! This is a nice, comfortable, sharp knife with a secure rigid sheath. Although the sheath is ventilated, it's not possible to accidentally stick the point of the knife through one of the holes in the sheath as you're inserting it. (I tried). The knife snaps securely into the sheath and the handle has a cutout in the end so you can hang it or tie a string to it. The cushioned grip is comfortable and slip-resistant. I haven't had the opportunity yet to try it on a fish, but it does wonders on a roast! And the price isn't bad at all for the quality you get.

Chris B. : Great Knife for the Money!!

This is a great knife for the money! This knife has one of the best handles I have found for a fillet knife and so far it has held a very good edge.

Amazon Customer : Dangerous toy

Fishing Mama : Great value for the price

Very pleased with my purchase. Knife is sturdy, comfortable to use, and holds it's edge extremely well. Razor sharp right out of the box, best fillet knife I've purchased. Only drawback is the lack of a clip on the knife sheath. I will be purchasing this in the 7" version as well for my wife, who prefers a smaller blade

Ivan : Uber sharp

Make sure u clean it after every trip or end of the week especially fishing saltwater. Saltwater destroys anything without proper care.

Michael C. Beaton : It all works!

It all works!

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Calamus Fishing Fillet Knife And Bait Knives, German G4116 Stainless-Steel Blades with Corrosion Resistant Coating, Non-Slip Handles, Protective Nylon Sheath, Perfect For Fresh Or Saltwater. review and price compare 2025

Product overview

product features

Product Description

Calamus fishing fillet and bait knives

golf-style rubber handle

The Right Knife For The Job

Calamus knives

product description

product details

important information

Questions about Calamus Fishing Fillet Knife And Bait Knives, German G4116 Stainless-Steel Blades with Corrosion Resistant Coating, Non-Slip Handles, Protective Nylon Sheath, Perfect For Fresh Or Saltwater.

Does it float?

What type of sharpening stone you recommend for this German blade?

Is it dishwasher safe?

is the serrated back of the bait knife for scaling?

I’m a novice that catches salt n fresh of all sizes. Would 9” be too clunky?

Is the 9" fillet the total length or just the length of the blade?

Who is the manufacturer of this knife? i’ve heard that this is made by kastking. is that correct?

where is knife made ?

What is the blade sharpening angle?

How well does this knife maintain its sharp edge?

Why dont i have the option for the 7" blade?

I can only see 5” & 9” fillet knife. Is there no 7” for sale?

How does it stand up to salt water?

Product reviews of Calamus Fishing Fillet Knife And Bait Knives, German G4116 Stainless-Steel Blades with Corrosion Resistant Coating, Non-Slip Handles, Protective Nylon Sheath, Perfect For Fresh Or Saltwater.