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5" Chopper - Maker's Mark: Raffir "Arcus" No. 2

5" Chopper - Maker's Mark: Raffir "Arcus" No. 2

A handle unlike any other we'll make - black composite, brass mesh, milled until the pattern showed itself. Same Chopper you already reach for daily.

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Description

Every Raffir panel starts the same way — milled to shape on our machines, the brass mesh and black composite fusing into a pattern that only reveals itself once it's cut. This one broke like a storm's leading edge — Arcus, after the shelf cloud that arrives just ahead of the weather.

From there, one knife maker takes over — fitting the handle, hand-finishing the choil and spine, and sharpening the blade before it ever leaves Victor, Idaho. No assembly line. No one making the same cut a thousand times a day.

The steel hasn't changed. CPM S35VN particle metallurgy, HRC 58–60 — the same super steel behind the Petty and Santoku, in a shorter 4 5/8" blade built for board power in a compact package.

A handle that exists exactly once. A knife built to outlast the pattern that made it beautiful.

Specs
Blade length 4 5/8 in
Blade height 1 5/8 in
Overall length 10 in
Total length 10 in
Height 1 5/8 in
Blade thickness 0.015 in
Spine thickness 0.095 in
Weight 4.8 oz
Steel CPM S35VN
Rockwell scale 58-60 HRC
Made in USA
Handle material Raffir

Use & Care
  • Hand wash with warm soapy water and hand dry for maximum edge retention and stain resistance. For safety and edge protection, store dry knives in their leather sheath, in a wood block, or on a magnet designed to hold knives. For a full tune-up: free lifetime sharpening.
  • Do not put in the dishwasher - this will dull the knife.
  • For edge retention, cut only on wood or softer plastic cutting boards.
  • As needed, apply a light coat of mineral oil to the handle with a soft cloth to enhance vibrance. 
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Lifetime Sharpening

Stay sharp with free tune ups for life. Drop by a store or ship it our way.

Free Returns

Not the right fit? Try another option, or get a full refund within 30 days.

Lifetime Warranty

Every knife comes with a lifetime 100% performance satisfaction guarantee.

Aesthetics aside, this knife is a powerhouse. It’s the perfect mid-sized knife that chops everything with so much ease it’s almost shocking. Sorry to my knife block — this bad boy’s got all my attention now.

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The New West Difference

Premium Steel, Proven Performance

The Snake River Chopper is crafted from CPM S35VN stainless steel, known for its exceptional edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance. This high-performance particle steel offers pro-level sharpness and durability—perfect for serious cooks who demand both beauty and reliability from their tools.

Maple & Resin Handle

Each Snake River Chopper features a hand-finished handle made from stabilized maple and deep azure resin—a nod to the cottonwood trees and glacial waters of Jackson Hole’s Snake River. No two are alike; each one showcases unique swirls of wood grain and color, making every knife a singular piece of functional art.

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