A beautiful thing
"Balance, Beauty, Comfort, Handling. . . . . This has become my favorite knife out of a collection."
The Claudette Zepeda 7" Chef’s Knife captures the fearless energy and global flair of the boundary-breaking chef herself. Created in collaboration with Claudette Zepeda—celebrated for her vibrant, cross-cultural cuisine—this limited-edition knife blends pro-level performance with bold personality. The razor-sharp 7" blade delivers precision for everything from mincing garlic to breaking down proteins, while the sculpted handle, inspired by traditional Mexican textiles, embodies heritage and strength. Forged for balance, power, and grace, it’s more than a knife—it’s a celebration of culture, color, and cooking without borders. Proceeds benefit the Southern Smoke Foundation, Claudette’s chosen charity supporting the food and beverage community.
Behind the Build:
Product Specs
Origin
Handcrafted in Italy
Overall
Length: 12.25 in | 311 mm
Blade Type
A chef's knife, often referred to as a cook's knife, is a versatile and essential tool in both professional and home kitchens. It features a broad, sharp blade that tapers to a point, allowing for a variety of cutting techniques.
Blade
Nitro-B
Satin
Hand Finished 3-Stage
80/20 Hollow Grind
16°
62 HRC
Ambidextrous
Handle
Mediterranean Olive Wood with Jade G10 Liner
Blade
Width: 1.75 in | 44 mm
Length: 7 in | 178 mm
Thickness at spine: 2.4 mm
Handle
Width (including bolster): 5.25 in | 133 mm
Tasks
A high-performance knife known for its durability, sharpness, and ability to hold an edge longer than many other types of knives, which makes them highly effective for a variety of kitchen tasks, from chopping vegetables to slicing meat.
Care
Do not put in the dishwasher—ever. Hand wash with warm water and mild soap, then rinse and dry immediately.
Clean the blade right away after cutting acidic or salty foods (tomatoes, citrus, vinegar, etc.).
Wood handles: Apply a light coat of food-safe mineral oil or wood cream every few weeks to keep the handle conditioned.
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Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 9 reviews.
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Great Knife!
"The knife is wonderful! It has great balance and the right feel. I did a few prelim strokes on my sharpening stones and it seem to take an edge well. I have about two dozen carbon steel knives all either made by knifemakers or vintage (Sabatier, etc. ) and this knife will hold it's own. I have smaller hands and I prefer shorter knives for better control."
Great Gift
"Wife loves it! Her new favorite knife with the curve shape and comfortable to use."
"Sharp, light weight, easy to control"
Zapper’s Chef’s Knife
"Great knife for multiple purposes. Great quality. Curved blade is nice touch. Well balanced."
Yes. Just buy it.
"Glad I picked up this awesome knife. Cuts anything like a dream, and ideal for butchery. Also, love everything about who this helps and who it was designed for. I am a fan."
Perfect size perfect shape love
"Perfect size perfect shape love the handle."
Amazing!!!!
"Knife is simply amazing! Supper sharp, great design and easy to use."
Gorgeous and functional!
"The knife is absolutely beautiful and incredibly functional. It is my new most prized possession in the kitchen!"
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