- What it is: 12 matching 6.5 inch kunai-style throwing knives in 440 stainless steel, model RT-0425RD.
- Grip: cord-wrapped handles, in red on this version.
- Storage: a nylon carrying case for safe storage and transport.
- Why 12: more throws per walk to the target, and enough to share in a group.
- Unknowns: the listing gives no weight per knife, which matters for throwing feel.
This REAT throwing knives review focuses on the brand's largest set: twelve 6.5 inch knives in 440 stainless steel with cord-wrapped handles and a nylon case. It is aimed at recreational target throwing and competition practice, according to the listing.
We stick to what the maker states and general throwing know-how. Below you will find the specs, how the 12-piece set compares with other REAT throwing knives, who it suits and the safety basics for a backyard target.
REAT Throwing Knives - 12 Piece
On paper, the REAT 12-piece set is the most practice-friendly kit in the range: twelve identical 6.5 inch 440 stainless knives mean long rounds and fewer trips to the target. The cord-wrapped handles and nylon case are sensible extras. Its small size suits closer-range practice, and the missing weight figure is the main gap.
- Beginners who want lots of throws per round
- Groups or families taking turns on one target
- Throwers who like a lighter, compact knife
- People who prefer longer, heavier knives for a slower spin
- Anyone who needs weight specs before buying
- Buyers who want a target included in the box
What the listing says: key specs
REAT lists this set as model RT-0425RD in red. Here is what the listing commits to.
| Spec | As listed |
|---|---|
| Pieces | 12 |
| Length per knife | 6.5 in |
| Steel | 440 stainless |
| Handle | ✓ Cord-wrapped |
| Storage | ✓ Nylon carrying case |
| Style | Kunai-style throwing knife |
| Use | Competition, training, recreation |
| Target included | ✗ Not mentioned |
| Weight per knife | ~ Not stated |
The listing says the knives are balanced and weighted for both beginners and experienced throwers, and that the weight distribution is meant to give a stable flight path. It also notes 440 steel for hardness and wear resistance.
REAT throwing knives review: how the 12-piece compares
REAT's throwing knives range runs from 6.5 to 15 inches and from single knives to twelve-piece sets. Here is how the multi-piece sets line up.
Knives per set
Unit count from each listing
| Set | Pieces | Length | Steel | Extras |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12-piece (this review) | 12 | 6.5 in | 440 stainless | Cord wrap, nylon case |
| 6.5 inch 3-piece | 3 | 6.5 in | 440 stainless | Cord wrap, nylon case |
| 9 inch 6-piece | 6 | 9 in | 440 stainless | 3 tan, 3 black, paper target, nylon case |
| 9 inch 3-piece | 3 | 9 in | 440 stainless | Full tang, nylon case |
| 10.5 inch 3-piece | 3 | 10.5 in | 440 stainless | Gray anti-rust coating, sheath |
Knife length by set
Inches, from each listing title
The 12-piece set uses the same 6.5 inch knife as the 3-piece set, just four times as many. If you want a paper target in the box, the 9 inch 6-piece set is the only one in this table that includes one. For a ranked look at all of them, read our best throwing knives guide.
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Length changes how a knife rotates. As a general rule, shorter knives spin faster and suit closer distances, while longer, heavier knives turn more slowly and are often easier to read at longer range.
At 6.5 inches, the knives in this set sit at the compact end of REAT's range. That makes them easy to handle and pack, and a big stack of them lets you work on a consistent release. Throwers who later want a slower spin can step up to the 9 or 10.5 inch sets.
Pros and cons
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| ✓ 12 identical knives, the largest REAT set | ✗ No weight per knife listed |
| ✓ 440 stainless steel | ✗ No target included |
| ✓ Cord-wrapped handles | ~ Compact 6.5 inch length spins quickly |
| ✓ Nylon carrying case | ~ Cord wrap can wear with heavy use |
How to choose throwing knives and throw safely
- Length and weight: heavier, longer knives are often more forgiving; compact ones are easier to carry.
- Count: at least three knives per thrower makes rounds practical.
- Grip: cord wrap adds texture; bare steel is simpler and easier to keep clean.
- Storage: a case or sheath keeps edges covered between sessions.
Backyard safety basics
- Use a thick wooden target, such as an end-grain round or softwood boards, with a backstop behind it.
- Mark a throwing line, keep spectators well behind the thrower and never let anyone stand downrange.
- Retrieve only after all knives are thrown, and walk up together.
- Keep knives in the case when not throwing, and store them out of reach of children. Young people should only throw under close adult supervision.
Prefer axes? Our best throwing axe guide covers REAT's axe sets, including combos that pair axes with 6.5 inch knives in the axes and hatchets range.
This REAT throwing knives review comes down to volume. Twelve identical 6.5 inch knives in 440 stainless steel, with cord-wrapped handles and a nylon case, make this the set to pick when you want long practice rounds or need enough knives for a group, according to the listing.
If you would rather have a larger knife or a paper target in the box, look at the 9 inch 6-piece set in the throwing knives range. For camp cutting tasks, a dedicated tool from our best fixed blade knife guide is a better fit than a throwing knife.
FAQ
What is the takeaway of this REAT throwing knives review?
On paper, the 12-piece set is a practical choice for beginners and groups: twelve 6.5 inch 440 stainless knives with cord-wrapped handles and a nylon case. The listing does not give a weight per knife.
How many knives come in the REAT 12-piece set?
Twelve 6.5 inch throwing knives plus a nylon carrying case, according to the listing.
What steel are REAT throwing knives made of?
The 12-piece set, and the other REAT throwing knife sets listed here, name 440 stainless steel.
Are 6.5 inch throwing knives good for beginners?
They can be. The listing says the set is balanced for both beginners and experienced throwers, and a large set gives plenty of practice per round. Some beginners also like longer knives for a slower spin.
Does the REAT 12-piece set include a target?
The listing does not mention a target. The 9 inch 6-piece REAT set is the one that includes a paper target.
What is the safest target for throwing knives?
A thick wooden target, such as an end-grain log round or softwood boards, with a backstop behind it and a clear zone around it. Keep people behind the throwing line.