Smith SWHRT9B Knife Review

4.7 (20,223) Amazon rating$14.261,000+ bought last month

Our verdict

A low-cost fixed-blade knife with a rubber grip and a massive review record, the most-reviewed knife here.

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Best for

Outdoor and utility users who want an affordable full-tang-style fixed blade with a sheath.

Skip if

You want a compact folder or a documented premium blade steel grade.

  • Material Leather, Steel, Stainless Steel
  • Handle Rubber
  • Length 9 Inches
  • Weight 0.17 Kilograms
  • Size 4.7"
  • Priced 37% below the category median ($22.60 across 39 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.7/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.7/5

    4.7 average across 20,223 owner ratings

  • Popularity5.0/5

    20,223 owner reviews, more 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 hand tools and workshop hand tools 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

The Smith SWHRT9B is priced at $14.26 and holds a 4.7 rating across 20,223 reviews, with about 1,000 bought in the last month. That review count is by far the largest in this group and a strong vote of confidence.

Its specs list materials of leather, steel and stainless steel, a rubber handle, a 9 inch overall length, a 4.7 inch blade and a 0.17 kilogram weight. The leather in the material list points to an included sheath, and the rubber handle aids grip in outdoor use.

For under $15, this is a lot of fixed-blade knife with an enormous satisfaction record. The exact stainless grade is not specified, so treat edge retention as the main unknown.

Pros

  • Huge 20,223 review count, the most here
  • Low $14.26 price for a fixed blade
  • Rubber handle for a secure grip
  • Material list includes leather, pointing to an included sheath

Cons

  • Exact stainless steel grade is not specified
  • Larger 9 inch size is less practical for everyday carry
  • Lock or sheath details are only implied by the material list

Specifications

MaterialLeather, Steel, Stainless Steel
HandleRubber
Length9 Inches
Weight0.17 Kilograms
Size4.7"

Performance notes

With a 9 inch overall length, a 4.7 inch blade, a rubber handle and a 0.17 kilogram weight, this is a utility and outdoor fixed blade. The leather listed in materials indicates a sheath for carry and storage.

What buyers say

A 4.7 rating from 20,223 reviews is the deepest track record in this group, signaling consistent satisfaction with value and grip at the price.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the Smith SWHRT9B come with a sheath?

The material list includes leather alongside steel and stainless steel, which points to an included sheath, though it is not stated outright.

How big is the Smith SWHRT9B?

It has a 4.7 inch blade and a 9 inch overall length, weighing 0.17 kilograms.

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