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.

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

Robert E : Good fishing knife

Nice looking. I like that the cover snaps securely in place. Packaging nicely presents the knife.

MD : Junk

A lot of fake reviews on this product but it is junk. Halfway thru cleaning the first fish it dulled up and had to get another knife to finish the job. Save your money.

brad : Very Impressed by this knife

Ordered the knife and received it within 24 hours. It came nicely packaged and upon opening and holding it for the first time, I realized what a great choice I made. This knife feels great in the hand and has an excellent grip. Quite an upgrade form my old wooden handle stainless steel Rapala! The blade is wicked sharp and shaves the nail effortlessly. Blade has good flex and but at the same time feels very strong. The ventilated sheath is well made and the knife snaps into it perfectly. I am absolutely stoked about using it this spring once fishing season gets underway.

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..

Moyshe oofnik : knife sucks, cant even cut thru a planter trout..

im catching bigger fish more often and i wanted a bigger knife to work with. i was familiar with this brand already so i thought it was a safe bet. this knife is so dull and it wont hold an edge long at all. out of the box this would not cut thru a planter trout form the local lake. after sharpening it seemed fine, but the next few times i used it the blade went dull again. this is trash. i bought a morakniv fixed blade knife for half the price of this an it works 1000x better.

Randy : Great knife and protective case for the price!

I was impressed with the Calamus fillet knife when it arrived. The grip for the knife fits my hand well and is rubber coated so it does not slip easily. The knife is sharp and ready to use. I like the simple protective case for the blade that snaps over the knife. It snaps on to stay in place and is washable versus other leather sheaths I have that you need to be more careful using and cleaning.

alicia1018 : Duller than a butter knife.

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

Nikolay Skachko : Good value.

Just what I was looking for. Love that the case snaps on and can’t slid off.

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.

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.

Andrew Postolnikov : Absolutely awesome knife

Absolutely love the knife. Makes a great addition to my kastking fillet knives. The blade has the perfect flex. The steel keeps its edge nicely. And the handle is truly something else. They sewed on some kindly of rubber silicone layer onto there and it gives the perfect grip. Couldn't have asked for a better knife. And to think it's only $20. Wow....this is y kastking is the best fishing brand out there. They just keep proving themselves

Dpt : Great deal!

Beautiful knife . Will be great for filleting all the fish we catch! I’d definitely buy again

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.

James Muskelly : Great fillet knife

Just as a update on this knife I have filleted many stripers and catfish so far and it has performed with no issues. If I had to buy this knife again I would in a heartbeat with out hesitation.

brad : Very Impressed by this knife

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.

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.

M. Thompson : Sharp filet knife!

Just purchased this for my husbands fishing trip. It has been used on 3 occasions to filet fish in their trip for dinners. They said it’s performing very well and remaining sharp. So much so that one of the guys sliced through his thumb with thus knife. I’ll update if I notice they start complaining about the blade not holding up. Very glad it came with a protective cover.

Update 11/27/20. My husband still prefers this knife when filleting fish. Sharpness has helped up. He does like to use a smaller blade when removing the skin from the fillet. But we have 4 fillet knives and this is the one he grabs for doing our fish.. whether it’s bass, steelhead, Muskie..

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.

Bowtie : Long , sharp knife great for large salmon...

Highly recommend.... Great knife

Phillip W. : Time will tell.

This bait knife seems to have a good strong blade. Sharp right out of the box but time will tell if it holds an edge and how easy it is to sharpen.
The handle is very comfortable in hand.
Time will tell if this is a good value.

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.

Jamey Thompson : Comfortable and sharp

Very well built but I haven’t used it yet. We are on pandemic lock down

Corina : Quality knife

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

Andrew Postolnikov : Absolutely awesome knife

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.

James Muskelly : Great fillet knife

Just as a update on this knife I have filleted many stripers and catfish so far and it has performed with no issues. If I had to buy this knife again I would in a heartbeat with out hesitation.

Laurie Mohr : Perfect gift

Awesome knife!

Sam : Filets like a pro!

My man LOVES this knife I bought him as a gift. He is able to easily filet fish and it's very durable!

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.

Richard Gannon : Just enough blade flex and and excellent handle.

Normally I use a 6 inch fillet knife but decided I needed something a bit longer so went with the 9 inch from Calamus.

The handle is really nice and gives an excellent non slip grip. Just a nice amount of flex in the blade made it really easy to fillet the trout and blue fish that I brought home. The blade is also stiff enough to cut through the tougher parts of the fish with a really sharp blade.

Overall really happy with the quality of this purchase.

FamilyMan : No better that cheap brands from Walmart.

Out of the box not very sharp, it’s ok but not any better that the cheap brand knives from Walmart.

Jeffrey Matthews : Great Knife for the Price

This knife has performed well in every way that I have used it. It has the strength to cut completely frozen bait fish but also the dexterity to trim filets for final preparation. Very good knife and a great value!

Rancher : High Quality, perfect weight

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

Sam : Filets like a pro!

My man LOVES this knife I bought him as a gift. He is able to easily filet fish and it's very durable!

dolan sontag : Very nice knife

Very nice filet knife handle is comfortable love the rubber coating on the handle blade is flexible and holds a edge well

Jamey Thompson : Comfortable and sharp

Very well built but I haven’t used it yet. We are on pandemic lock down

Tncountryboy : Time will tell...

Kindle Customer : Will due

Not as fixable as I would like. But nice and sharp.

Ricky : Great product for the value!

Great value for the cost. The steel is super sharp and should last. Will try other sizes and combinations.
Only reason for 4 not 5 is due to the grip is a sewn together material which might tear after much use - will put it to the test.

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.

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.

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!

Bowtie : Long , sharp knife great for large salmon...

Highly recommend.... Great knife

Mrs Parker : Buy cut resistant gloves it’s SHARP!

Super sharp. Grab the cut resistant gloves and make sure to have them on before opening knife. Do not let kiddos around it. Husband sliced his ring finger to the bone within 30 seconds of opening it. Spent a night in the ER.

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.

Nikolay Skachko : Good value.

Just what I was looking for. Love that the case snaps on and can’t slid off.

Andrew Postolnikov : Absolutely awesome 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.

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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

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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?

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.