Rada stubby butcher knife with silver satin aluminum handle and hollow-ground stainless blade on a white background.
Two Rada stubby butcher knives with silver aluminum and black resin handles on an oak cutting board beside a fresh pineapple.
Rada stubby butcher knife with black resin handle and 5 inch hollow-ground stainless blade shown on a white background.
Features diagram for the Rada stubby butcher knife: T420 stainless blade, finger guard, silver or black handle, USA made.
Silver-handled Rada stubby butcher knife on slate beside a bone-in tomahawk ribeye, red onion, basil and peppercorns.
Black-handled Rada stubby butcher knife on slate next to sliced medium-rare steak plated on an olive wood board.
Silver-handled Rada stubby butcher knife resting on a fresh-baked apple pie set on a red gingham tablecloth.
Silver-handled Rada stubby butcher knife on a bamboo board with grilled sliced chicken breast and whole jalapenos.
Black-handled Rada stubby butcher knife slicing a rack of barbecue pork ribs with tomato and pickles nearby.
Black-handled Rada stubby butcher knife on a bamboo board with sweet corn on the cob and freshly cut kernels.
Rada Cutlery 100% American Made brand badge featuring the stubby butcher knife, made in Waverly Iowa.
Rada stubby butcher knife with silver satin aluminum handle and hollow-ground stainless blade on a white background.
Two Rada stubby butcher knives with silver aluminum and black resin handles on an oak cutting board beside a fresh pineapple.
Rada stubby butcher knife with black resin handle and 5 inch hollow-ground stainless blade shown on a white background.
Features diagram for the Rada stubby butcher knife: T420 stainless blade, finger guard, silver or black handle, USA made.
Silver-handled Rada stubby butcher knife on slate beside a bone-in tomahawk ribeye, red onion, basil and peppercorns.
Black-handled Rada stubby butcher knife on slate next to sliced medium-rare steak plated on an olive wood board.
Silver-handled Rada stubby butcher knife resting on a fresh-baked apple pie set on a red gingham tablecloth.
Silver-handled Rada stubby butcher knife on a bamboo board with grilled sliced chicken breast and whole jalapenos.
Black-handled Rada stubby butcher knife slicing a rack of barbecue pork ribs with tomato and pickles nearby.
Black-handled Rada stubby butcher knife on a bamboo board with sweet corn on the cob and freshly cut kernels.
Rada Cutlery 100% American Made brand badge featuring the stubby butcher knife, made in Waverly Iowa.

Stubby Butcher Knife by Rada - Silver or Black Handle

Rada SKU: 082449000650
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Rada Stubby Butcher Knife: A Short Butcher Blade With American-Made Bite

Meet the workhorse that never leaves your cutting board. The Rada Stubby Butcher Knife pairs a 5 3/8 inch hollow-ground stainless blade with a full-grip handle, giving you the reach of a small butcher knife and the finesse of a prep knife in one hand.

It portions raw chicken, breaks down a butternut squash, trims a chuck roast, and glides through a ripe tomato without squishing it. If you have been hunting for a made-in-USA butcher knife that does not need two hands to steer, this compact-but-capable blade is where the search ends.

No Bones About It: Why This Short Butcher Blade Earns Its Keep

  • 5 3/8 inch hollow-ground blade - long enough to portion a roast, short enough to peel and slice fruit right in your palm.
  • Surgical-grade T420 high-carbon stainless steel - the same steel Rada has hand-sharpened in Waverly, Iowa since 1948, so the edge lands scary-sharp right out of the box.
  • Full comfort handle with finger guard - your knuckles stay clear of the board and your grip does not fatigue during a Sunday meal prep marathon.
  • Two handle choices - silver satin cast aluminum for the classic Rada look, or black resin for a slightly grippier hold in wet hands.
  • Made in the USA start to finish - blades stamped, ground, and assembled in Waverly, Iowa from American-sourced materials.
  • Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects - Rada stands behind every knife for as long as it is in your kitchen.
  • Balanced for one-handed control - the shorter blade is easier to steer around bones, joints, and rind than a longer chef knife.

Who Reaches For This Knife?

Cooks who want one blade on the counter instead of five. The Stubby Butcher handles the jobs a paring knife is too small for and a French chef knife is overkill for - sectioning a whole chicken, cubing potatoes for hash, slicing a block of sharp cheddar for a snack board, or squaring up a pork shoulder before it hits the smoker. If your current utility knife feels flimsy, this is the upgrade you have been circling.

Why Kooi Housewares Carries It

Rada has been hand-sharpening knives in Waverly, Iowa since 1948, and even after St. Martin Holdings picked up the company in 2024, the whole operation stays right there in Iowa. That family-scale, American-sourced, still-under-lifetime-warranty story is exactly why Kooi Housewares keeps the full Rada line in stock. Not sure which handle is right for your kitchen? Email us at support@kooihousewares.com and we will point you at the right pick.

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Product FAQs

What is a Rada stubby butcher knife used for?

The Rada Stubby Butcher Knife is a compact all-purpose meat and produce knife. Its 5 3/8 inch hollow-ground blade is sized for portioning chicken and roasts, cubing vegetables, slicing cheese, and general prep work that a paring knife is too small for and a full chef knife is oversized for.

Is the Rada Stubby Butcher Knife made in the USA?

Yes. Every Rada knife is stamped, ground, hand-sharpened, and assembled in Waverly, Iowa from American-sourced materials. Rada has been making knives there since 1948. St. Martin Holdings acquired the company in 2024 but manufacturing stays in Waverly.

Can the Rada Stubby Butcher Knife go in the dishwasher?

We recommend hand washing both handle versions. The silver satin aluminum handle should never go in the dishwasher. The black resin handle is dishwasher-tolerant, but hand washing preserves the hollow-ground edge and the handle finish for years longer.

What is the difference between a butcher knife and a chef knife?

A butcher knife is built to work with meat - portioning, trimming, and separating cuts - and typically has a heavier, curved blade. A chef knife is a longer, thinner all-purpose prep blade optimized for rock-chopping vegetables. The Stubby Butcher is a shorter, more nimble take on the butcher shape, which is why it doubles as an everyday prep knife.

How long is the Rada Stubby Butcher blade?

The blade measures 5 3/8 inches and the total length is 9 7/8 inches, tip to handle end. That puts it between a paring knife and a full-size chef knife on the Rada size ladder.

Does the Rada Stubby Butcher Knife come with a warranty?

Yes. Rada backs every knife with a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. If a factory flaw ever shows up, they will make it right.
Product Specs

Relevant Dimensions: Blade Length: 5⅜" / Total Length: 9⅞"

Material: Blade: Surgical Steel / Black Handle: Resin / Silver Handle: Cast Aluminum

Color: Steel/Black OR Steel/Silver

Made in: USA

Brand Headquarters: Waverly, Iowa

Care Instructions: Hand wash and dry immediately after use for the longest life. The silver satin aluminum handle is hand wash only; the black resin handle is dishwasher-tolerant but hand washing preserves the blade edge and handle finish. Do not soak the knife or leave it wet in the sink. A very light coat of food-grade oil on the blade helps prevent surface spotting between uses. Sharpen with a Rada Quick Edge Sharpener as needed, and store in a knife block, sheath, or on a magnetic bar to protect the edge.
Shipping and Returns

Shipping -

We ship all orders from our store in Muskegon, Michigan. Most products ship out within 1-2 business days from purchase. Tracking information will be emailed to you when your order ships.

Orders over $49 ship free. Orders less than $49 have a shipping and handling charge of $4.99 to help cover some of the cost of packaging and shipping. This allows us to continue offering low priced products at a reasonable price.

If you have any questions about shipping or orders, please reach out to us at support@kooihousewares.com. We typically respond to emails within one business day.

Returns -

We're simple people, so we try to keep our policies simple. We realize that not everything purchased is a winner, and so returns do happen. Here are the simple rules for a return:

1. To be eligible for a refund, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must be in the original packaging.

2. Returns must be shipped back within 30 days of delivery.

3. Returns that do not adhere to rules 1 and 2 MAY be given a partial refund depending on product condition and return timing.

4. Customer is responsible for the cost of return shipping. If your product has arrived damaged from Shipping or has a manufacturing defect, we may choose to provide a pre-paid return label or send a replacement item.

5. All returns should be mailed to:
Kooi Housewares
2530 Sun Dolphin Dr. 
Muskegon, MI 49444

That's it. It's that simple. We want you to buy from us, but more than that, we want you to LOVE the products that you receive. If you don't and decide a return is right for you, we understand. If you're having issues getting an item returned, simply reach out to us at support@kooihousewares.com
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