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product_id: 1618757
title: "Cold Steel Roach Belly 4.5\""
brand: "cold steel"
price: "£24.51"
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Cold Steel"
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# Weatherproof polypropylene handle 4.5" hollow-ground blade RC 56-57 heat-treated German 4116 steel Cold Steel Roach Belly 4.5"

**Brand:** cold steel
**Price:** £24.51
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🗡️ Own a slice of history with a blade that’s built for today’s adventure.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Cold Steel Roach Belly 4.5" by cold steel
- **How much does it cost?** £24.51 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/1618757-cold-steel-roach-belly-4-5)

## Best For

- cold steel enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted cold steel brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Weatherproof & Ready:** High-impact polypropylene handle resists moisture and extreme conditions—no rust, no worries.
- • **Razor-Sharp Performance:** Hollow-ground blade quenched to RC 56-57 ensures long-lasting sharpness that keeps you mission-ready.
- • **Lightweight All-Day Carry:** At just 2.6 ounces with a durable sheath, it’s the perfect companion for hunting, fishing, or urban adventures.
- • **Heritage Meets Modern Edge:** A 17th-century classic reimagined with cutting-edge German stainless steel for unmatched precision and durability.
- • **Versatile Utility Essential:** From prepping fish to campsite chores, this knife blends historical style with practical function for the modern outdoorsman.

## Overview

The Cold Steel Roach Belly 4.5" fixed blade knife is a modern tribute to a 17th-century design, featuring a hollow-ground German 4116 stainless steel blade heat-treated to RC 56-57 for superior edge retention. Its weatherproof polypropylene handle offers durability and comfort, while the lightweight 2.6 oz design and included sheath make it an ideal, versatile tool for outdoor enthusiasts and historical knife aficionados alike.

## Description

COLD STEEL ROACH BELLY KNIFE (CS-20RBC): Historically, the Roach-Bellied knife was a short blade with a pronounced upswept curve and a sharp point that saw popularity in 17th century Britain and the American Colonies. It was most likely named after the common Roach Fish, which had a similarly round curving belly. The Cold Steel model is a nod to the Black Powder Community, which has continued to appreciate the Roach Bellys economy, versatility and effectiveness. The hollow ground blade is made of sub-zero quenched German 4116 Stainless steel, expertly heat treated to RC 56-57, and given a sharp edge thats easy to maintain. Instead of the traditional wood handle, ours is made of a tough injection molded polymer, making the Roach Belly considerably more weatherproof than historical examples. The Roach Belly comes complete with a durable sheath, making it a breeze to carry all day or on extended hunting or camping adventures. SPECS: - Weight: 2.6oz; - Blade Thickness: 2.5mm; - Blade Length: 4-1/2in; - Blade Steel: German 4116 Stainless Cryo Quenched; - Handle Length/Material: 4in High Impact Polypropylene; - Overall Length: 8-1/2in; - Knife Type: Fixed Blade; - Steel Family: German Steels; - Blade Shape: Trailing Point.

Review: budget buy, for fishing, water activities - I mainly like to use carbon steel knives with scandi grinds for my outdoors activities, however I wanted to put together a knife based fishing tool kit. This way I would have all the tools I would normally need, right at my side at a moments notice. This knife fit the bill. Being stainless, I don't have to worry about rust from constantly being wet or covered in fish/bait guts. It also has a run of the mill complex bevel, which is good, because part of my kit includes a quick, easy to use smith and wesson sharpener When I'm out fishing, I don't want to break out stones and or rodes, I just want to run the knife through a basic sharpener a few times, and get back to work). Its got one of these injection molded type plastic handles. Because of this, and the stainless steel...when I get home from a trip, I just toss this thing in the dishwasher and it gets cleaned right up, no problem. Its got a lanyard, which is nice, so when I clean my knife off in the river, I don't have to worry so much about dropping it and loosing my knife. Its got a cheap cordura sheath, and I'm fine with that. I wouldn't want a nice sheath for it, because its going to get covered in guts and scales anyway. I've heard some complain about the steel...but hey...its a cheap stainless steel knife! Mine takes an edge fairly quickly using my little sharpener, and it holds fairly well considering. My kit includes (this knife obviously) my smith and wesson sharpener, attached to the knife sheath by ranger bands, a leatherman juice in pliers form with its sheath attached by clip and ranger bands to the knife sheath, and a mini measuring tape looped through the bottom of the knife sheath. Serves me well. Can't tell you about the tang, I just don't know, and I don't care, because this is not a rough use knife for me, no battoning or anything like that. I can tell you it feels good in the hand and is a mean slicer. It looks like they are going up in price, at least since I bought mine. If it gets over $15 I would say pass.
Review: Great knife for a great price. - I got this for camp cooking. I wanted a knife that was not coated and manageable for cooking prep. I got this on the recommendation of David Pearson (Fun in the Woods on YouTube) who does a lot of knife reviews. I expected a cheap knife. I got a cheap knife of great quality. It is VERY light weight and will serve to slice and dice (it is sharp) and has a nice curve for chopping herbs etc. I was thinking of getting another blade style in addition but now I think there is no need. I own some very top quality kitchen knives some costing near $300, I love to cook. I would not take any of them in the woods they are just too expensive and really are just for food prep. This knife will do for solo (or a few people) food prep and is sturdy enough for other tasks where a bigger knife may just get in the way. Very glad I bought it. Check out Dave's channel on YouTube lost of fun to watch and learn a lot in the process.

## Features

- HISTORIC BLADE - Rooted in the 17th century, the Cold Steel Roach Belly is a tribute to the classic Roach-Bellied knife; Whether you're an enthusiast of historical tools or a practical outdoorsman, the Roach Belly embodies heritage with a modern twist
- EXCEPTIONAL PERFORMANCE - The Roach Belly knife's hollow-ground blade is crafted from sub-zero quenched German 4116 Stainless Steel, renowned for its edge retention and toughness. Expertly heat-treated to RC 56-57, the blade delivers razor-sharp precision
- DURABLE HANDLE - Departing from traditional wooden handles, this utility knife features a high-impact polypropylene handle, making it impervious to weather extremes; At 4 inches in length, the handle offers optimal comfort and control for extended use
- ALL-DAY CONVENIENCE - The Cold Steel Roach Belly comes with a sheath, making it easy to carry for long periods during hunting, camping, or trekking adventures; The lightweight design (2.6 ounces) makes it an indispensable tool for outdoor enthusiasts
- SPECS - Weight: 2.6oz; Blade Thickness: 2.5mm; Blade Length: 4-1/2in; Blade Steel: German 4116 Stainless Cryo Quenched; Handle Length/Material: 4in High Impact Polypropylene; Overall Length: 8-1/2in; Knife Type: Fixed Blade; Blade Shape: Trailing Point
- Blade: 4 1/2"
- Overall: 8 1/2"
- Weight: 2.6 oz.
- Krupp 4116 Stainless steel
- This item is not for sale in some specific zip codes

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0013DIRHQ |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #171,895 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #439 in Fixed Blade Hunting Knives |
| Blade Edge | Hollow |
| Blade Length | 4.5 Inches |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Blade Shape | Trailing Point |
| Brand Name | Cold Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (510) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00705442006688 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Handle Material | Polypropylene (PP) |
| Is Product Cordless | Yes |
| Item Length | 8 Inches |
| Item Type Name | FIXED KNIFE |
| Item Weight | 2.6 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | GSM LLC |
| Model Name | Roach Belly |
| Model Number | 20RBC |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Camping |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Special Features | Stainless Steel |
| Style | Traditional |
| Theme | Historical |
| UPC | 700814617615 843009048204 705442006688 705420066888 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | Knives & Blades: We stand behind our products 100%. We subject them to the highest standards in the industry and strive to make each as perfect as possible. We warrant that this product is free of defects in workmanship and materials. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, resharpening, damage caused by misuse, lack of normal maintenance, or disassembly. Remember, anything can break or… |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Blade Length:** 4.5 Inches
- **Blade Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Cold Steel
- **Color:** Stainless Steel
- **Handle Material:** Polypropylene (PP)
- **Model Name:** Roach Belly
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Camping
- **Special Feature:** Stainless Steel
- **Style:** Traditional

## Images

![Cold Steel Roach Belly 4.5" - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61hVp12Pg2L.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ budget buy, for fishing, water activities
*by J***F on August 12, 2013*

I mainly like to use carbon steel knives with scandi grinds for my outdoors activities, however I wanted to put together a knife based fishing tool kit. This way I would have all the tools I would normally need, right at my side at a moments notice. This knife fit the bill. Being stainless, I don't have to worry about rust from constantly being wet or covered in fish/bait guts. It also has a run of the mill complex bevel, which is good, because part of my kit includes a quick, easy to use smith and wesson sharpener When I'm out fishing, I don't want to break out stones and or rodes, I just want to run the knife through a basic sharpener a few times, and get back to work). Its got one of these injection molded type plastic handles. Because of this, and the stainless steel...when I get home from a trip, I just toss this thing in the dishwasher and it gets cleaned right up, no problem. Its got a lanyard, which is nice, so when I clean my knife off in the river, I don't have to worry so much about dropping it and loosing my knife. Its got a cheap cordura sheath, and I'm fine with that. I wouldn't want a nice sheath for it, because its going to get covered in guts and scales anyway. I've heard some complain about the steel...but hey...its a cheap stainless steel knife! Mine takes an edge fairly quickly using my little sharpener, and it holds fairly well considering. My kit includes (this knife obviously) my smith and wesson sharpener, attached to the knife sheath by ranger bands, a leatherman juice in pliers form with its sheath attached by clip and ranger bands to the knife sheath, and a mini measuring tape looped through the bottom of the knife sheath. Serves me well. Can't tell you about the tang, I just don't know, and I don't care, because this is not a rough use knife for me, no battoning or anything like that. I can tell you it feels good in the hand and is a mean slicer. It looks like they are going up in price, at least since I bought mine. If it gets over $15 I would say pass.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great knife for a great price.
*by W***A on November 21, 2013*

I got this for camp cooking. I wanted a knife that was not coated and manageable for cooking prep. I got this on the recommendation of David Pearson (Fun in the Woods on YouTube) who does a lot of knife reviews. I expected a cheap knife. I got a cheap knife of great quality. It is VERY light weight and will serve to slice and dice (it is sharp) and has a nice curve for chopping herbs etc. I was thinking of getting another blade style in addition but now I think there is no need. I own some very top quality kitchen knives some costing near $300, I love to cook. I would not take any of them in the woods they are just too expensive and really are just for food prep. This knife will do for solo (or a few people) food prep and is sturdy enough for other tasks where a bigger knife may just get in the way. Very glad I bought it. Check out Dave's channel on YouTube lost of fun to watch and learn a lot in the process.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I found my tackle box knife bro!
*by M***R on October 31, 2015*

I purchased this knife along with the Cold Steel Pendleton Lite Hunter and the Belt Knife. I bought these knives because I've become a fan of the quality, value and durability of Cold Steel blades. I needed to find a knife I could put in the tackle box (that fulfills other basic utility roles in a pinch) and my wife wanted to see if any of these blades could live a double life with her in the kitchen. First, I will tell you that form, fit and function quality of these knives are excellent. I still can't find my socks because they blew off....these knives for ~$10 a pop just offer incredible value. I like the High Impact Polypropylene handles as they'll be impervious to moisture issues and will last. These sheaths seem odd at first but are durable. I'm happy to carry any of these three knives, put them in the tackle box, hunting bag or the glove box. In the kitchen....they did OK. I think the blade thickness was just too much for fine slicing but they made great choppers. The belt knife excelled at chopping and actually made it the furthest in slicing an apple prior to the blade thickness splitting the fruit (best of the 3 there). The offset handle of the belt knife really provides the additional clearance needed to excel in the chopping arena. Overall....the Pendleton Lite excelled as the most versatile knife. I personally like this Roach Belly knife as my fishing/tackle box knife. The sharp point, sweeping belly and wide base provide great geometry for fish prep and it would be a great back up skinner.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Cold Steel Roach Belly 4.5" German 4116 Stainless Steel Fixed Blade Trailing Point Outdoor Hunting Utility Knife, 4" High Impact Polypropylene Handle, Durable Sheath Included
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*Last updated: 2026-05-15*