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Snake River 5" Chopper

Snake River 5" Chopper

A compact powerhouse featuring a Snake River topographic engraving and stabilized maple handle. Limited to 150 pieces — no two alike.

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Description

The Snake River 5" Chopper is not just a blade—it’s a current of power captured in steel.

Limited to just 150 pieces, this edition transforms our bold 5" Chopper into a collector’s piece rooted in place and purpose. Compact, commanding, and endlessly capable, it’s built for decisive cuts, heavy prep, and the kind of cooking that demands confidence.

It begins with performance. Crafted from CPM S35VN stainless steel, this blade offers exceptional edge retention, strength, and control in a stout, versatile profile. Whether breaking down poultry, portioning proteins, or powering through dense vegetables, the 5" Chopper feels grounded and authoritative in hand.

But what sets this edition apart is its connection to the land.

The blade features a topographic engraving of the Snake River, traced from an eagle’s-eye view as it carves through Jackson Hole. Subtle blue-green hues ripple through the etching, echoing the movement of water over stone and the deep glacial currents that shaped this valley. It’s a landscape rendered in steel—strong, fluid, and unmistakably Western.

The handle continues the story. Each is hand-finished from stabilized maple and infused with deep azure resin, inspired by the Snake River in summer and the cottonwoods lining its banks. Swirls of grain and color shift from knife to knife, ensuring no two are alike. Each handle is a singular expression of nature’s artistry.

This isn’t just a chopper.
It’s the Snake River—condensed, controlled, and ready for the work ahead.

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 Stabilized Maple & Resin

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.

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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Blade Length 4 5/8 in 6 3/4 in 4 5/8 in
Total Length 10 in 13 in 10 in
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Blade Thickness 0.015 in 0.015 in 0.015 in
Spine Thickness 0.095 in 0.095 in 0.095 in
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