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THE No.08 STAINLESS STEEL POCKET KNIFE
The flagship size of Opinel’s pocket knife collection; the No.08 has been featured in countless museums, books and galleries around the world. The knife is compact and fits well in any sized hand. The 3 ¼ inch stainless steel blade and varnished beech wood handle will stand up to years of use.
The blade has been designed and perfected over generations to maximize the cutting quality and ensure it’s easy to sharpen after years of hard work. Use it in the garden, at the dinner table, or even on your next adventure. Keep the knife in your pocket, purse or toolbox and we are certain you’ll love it for years to come.
THE RIGHT FEATURES AT THE RIGHT COST
Opinel uses Sandvik(R) 12C27 Modified stainless steel. The Swedish steel is well known for its anti-corrosive properties which requires minimal upkeep. Its carbon content of at least 0.40% provides an excellent cutting edge which is also easy to keep sharp.
The patented VIROBLOC locking mechanism keeps your knife safely closed in your pocket and locks the blade open during use. The simplicity of the knife’s design and it’s sustainable wooden handle makes the knife lightweight too!
THE PERFECT SIZE FOR EVERYDAY CARRY
Both smart and simple, the Opinel folding knife is composed of 5 elements: the blade, the wooden handle, the fixed ferrule, the rivet and the rotating VIROBLOC locking ring which was added in 1955 to sizes No.06 and above.
The No.08 is the most widely distributed size in the ever-growing line of Opinel folding knives, earning its reputation as an everyday carry staple. The knife is equipped with a 3.25 inch blade, open length 7.59 inches and weighs in at an efficient 45 grams!
CARING FOR YOUR KNIFE
All Opinel wooden-handle knives are not designed to be washed in the dishwasher. Heat and moisture will cause any wood to swell which will make the knife hard to open at times. Opinel suggests carefully hand-washing your knives and leaving them out to air dry. The Sandvik 12C27 Mod. Stainless Steel used for the blades is low maintenance, meaning it is highly resistant to rust and can be polished or cared for with simple organic oils.
MADE IN THE FRENCH ALPS FOR OVER 130 YEARS
Joseph Opinel designed his first pocket knife in 1890, creating a tool that is as robust and functional as it is simple and beautiful. From his workshop at the foot of the French Alps, Opinel forged a cult classic. Generations of artists, explorers, and farmers have carried the instantly recognizable, imminently useful Opinel knife in their pockets.
Little has changed since 1890. Rooted in history and a commitment to craftsmanship, the Opinel family still makes their knives in the Savoie region of France. Each year, THEIR team of 150 employees in France manufactures over 5 million knives, ranging from outdoor tools to kitchen knives, all to honor Joseph Opinel’s focus on quality and simplicity.
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Handle Options
Olivewood, Beechwood, Padouk Wood Painted Hornbeam in 15 Color Options Walnut, Olivewood, Padouk, Beliwood, Plane Wood, Ebony Wood, Oak Sustainably Sourced Beechwood Fiberglass-reinforced polyamide Beechwood
Blade Steel
12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel
Blade Length (inches)
(No.8) 3.25 in. (No.8) 3.25 in. (No.8) 3.25 in. 3.92 in. 3.15 in. 3.25 in.
Overall Length (inches)
(No.8) 8.4 in. (No.8) 7.59 in. (No.8) 7.59 in. 9 in. 8.3 in. 7.5 in.
Features
Flexible Blade, Designed for Filleting Fish and other Outdoor Cooking Tasks Eye Catching Outdoor Multi-Use Knife, With Leather Lanyard for Easy Carry and Attachment Luxury Woods for Collectors and EDC Users Alike. Wine and Cheese Knife Made for a Picnic. Integrated Corkscrew folds into Handle Integrated Wire Cutter, Wire Stripper, Screwdriver with Flathead + Philips Bits (3mm-5mm screws) Made to weed & pick!
Additional Sizes
No. 8, 10, 12, 15 No. 6, 7, 8 No. 6, 8 no data
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Blade Length (inches)
2.87 in 3.07 in 3.28 in 3.51 in 3.92 in 4.82 in
Overall Length (inches)
6.5 in 6.99 in 7.59 in 8.18 in 9 in 11.04 in
Weight
1.2 oz 1.4 oz 1.6 oz 2 oz 2.5 oz 3.9 oz
Virobloc Safety Ring
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INOX BLADE: We use Sandvik 12C27 modified stainless steel. It is anti-corrosive thanks to the addition of Chrome and requires no special maintenance. Carbon content of at least 0.40% provides an excellent cutting edge and is easily sharpened
FLAGSHIP SIZE: The Number 8 is the most sold and versatile size in the ever-growing line of Opinel folding Pocket knives, earning its reputation as an everyday carry staple. 3.35” blade (8.5cm), open length 7.5” (19.5cm)
PATENTED VIROBLOC: A hallmark of Opinel everyday carry knives since its invention in 1955, the Virobloc ring offers a unique, thoughtful, and easy to use safety mechanism for locking the blade during use, during Transport, and during storage
SUSTAINABLE BEECH HANDLE: Our selection of wood is precise and meets strict standards for social responsibility and the environment. We select beech wood from ecologically managed French woodlands in the Alpine region and Jura Mountains
AN ICON OF FRENCH CULTURE: Produced in the heart of the French Alps since 1890, Opinel knives draw simplicity and durability from their mountain roots. Opinel kitchen knives have been adopted worldwide and recognized as a design Icon
