Netherton Foundry 24" Black Iron Split Barbecue Chapa

The ultimate open-fire griddle, forged for feasts. Two semi-circular black iron plates join together to form a 24" (60 cm) outdoor cooking surface — inspired by the Argentinian Gauchos. A chapa is a traditional flat iron griddle, rooted in Argentinian cooking. Designed for use directly over fire or charcoal, it delivers searing heat for meat, vegetables, breads, and more. Versatile, tough, and communal — the chapa turns any flame into a feast.

The split design lets you sear on one half while keeping food warm on the other, or separate meat from vegetables with ease. Pre-seasoned with natural flax oil, it’s a rugged and adaptable fire companion built for everything from sizzling steaks to frying eggs under the stars.

Features & Benefits
- Two semi-circular plates combine into a 24" (60 cm) split barbecue chapa
- Inspired by Argentinian Gaucho-style cooking over open fire
- Chapa design: flat iron griddle built for searing, toasting, and versatile fire cooking
- Split format allows searing, warming, or separating dishes simultaneously
- Easy to move one half aside for refuelling or ember management
- Pre-seasoned with edible Sussex flax oil for natural non-stick and corrosion resistance
- Two 6 mm (¼") thick black iron plates with three detachable legs each
- Sturdy brass rivets and wingnuts for hand assembly — no tools required
- Each plate includes lifting handles for safe use
- Can be used over fire pits, charcoal, or on all hobs (including induction with gradual heating)
- Suitable for high temperatures, resists warping and buckling
- Packs down to just 1.5" deep when legs are removed
- Dimensions: 67 cm x 64 cm x 26 cm (assembled), 23 cm plate height from floor
- Weight: 11 kg (24 lbs)

For more British-made cookware, explore the Netherton Foundry Outdoor Cooking collection, where spun iron, black iron, and open-fire cooking tools sit at the heart of the kitchen.

To build out your wider cooking setup, browse the Open Fire Cooking collection whilst also checking out our Beginner’s Guide to Open Fire Cooking article in our flagship blog, A Warrior’s Way.

Still comparing materials? Read our Spun Iron vs Cast Iron guide before choosing your long-term cookware.

Delivery
We aim to make and despatch your order within 14 working days. You’ll receive a shipment notification once it’s on the way. Certain items may take up to 28 days depending on stock levels

BBSSI
This product is featured as part of the BOA-Bears Self-Sufficiency Initiative (BBSSI) — a Warrior Garden campaign devoted to off-grid living, ancestral skills, and modern prepping. Whether you're learning to fish, forage, survive in the wild, or turn your home into a zombie-proof compound, the BBSSI is here to help you build total independence.  
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Brand: Netherton Foundry

Product Code: NFS-280B

Product: 24" Black Iron Split Barbecue Chapa

Set Includes: Two semi-circular barbecue chapa plates with detachable legs

Cooking Surface: 24" / 60cm diameter when assembled

Assembled Dimensions: 67cm x 64cm x 26cm

Weight: 11kg

Cooking Plate Height: Plates sit approximately 23cm / 9" from the floor when assembled

Packed Depth: Approximately 1.5" / 3.5cm when legs are removed

Material: 99.1% pure black iron

Plate Thickness: 6mm / ¼" black iron

Finish: Pre-seasoned with edible Sussex flax oil

Coating: No PTFE or chemical non-stick coating

Legs: Three detachable black iron legs per plate

Fixings: Brass rivets and solid brass wingnuts

Handles: Each plate includes a pair of lifting handles

Outdoor Compatibility: Suitable for outdoor cooking over open fire or charcoal

Hob Compatibility: Can be used on ranges, electric, gas, halogen, and induction hobs when used correctly

Induction Note: Heat slowly on induction to help keep the plate flat

Care: Detach legs for compact storage and easier cleaning. Clean, dry thoroughly, and lightly re-oil as required.

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FAQ's

A chapa is a flat iron cooking plate traditionally associated with Argentinian Gaucho-style fire cooking. It creates a broad, hot surface for searing, frying, grilling, warming, and cooking directly over open fire or charcoal. This split barbecue chapa takes that idea further by giving you two movable cooking halves for better heat control and ember management.

The split design gives you more control over the fire. You can cook hot on one side while keeping food warm on the other, separate meat from vegetables, or move one half aside to refuel and manage the embers without lifting the whole cooking surface.

Yes. The detachable legs make it portable and easier to store, while the plates can also be used indoors on suitable hobs when the legs are removed. For induction use, heat slowly to help keep the plate flat.

It depends on how you like to cook. A standard BBQ grill is mainly built for direct grilling, while this split chapa gives you a large iron cooking surface for searing, frying, warming, and open-fire cooking. It is better suited to varied outdoor feasts, breakfasts, vegetables, burgers, steaks, pancakes, and communal fire cooking.