Simple and beautiful, sharp and durable, the Opinel No8 pocket knife is an international bestseller. You can tuck it into your pocket for a picnic, keep it in your desk for workday lunches, carve into charcuterie, cheese or a crisp apple, or whittle a stick for campfire s’mores. Locking the blade while opened or closed is easy with the Virobloc safety rings. Two sections of rings, one fixed and one sliding, allows you to twist the outer ring to secure the blade. Following a few simple instructions will ensure your knife lasts for years to come. You should hand-wash or wipe clean your blade after each use, wipe the blade dry, store in a dry place and keep out of damp conditions. Expect the wooden handle to swell or contract slightly with use; wood is a living material that can be affected by humidity and atmospheric conditions. If your blade feels stuck, use the “Opinel knock†(rapping the end of the knife on a hard surface) to loosen the blade slightly. You should grease the metal parts, including the Virobloc locking mechanism, on a regular basis. Versatile in its use, classic in its design and construction, the Opinel No8 has been carried and appreciated by generations.
- WONDROUS WALNUT: This French wood is yellow brown or grey brown, and presents dark veins and overall color to contrast the lustrous stainless steel blade of this folding pocket knife. A refined take on the iconic Opinel.
- 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.
- THE CROWNED HAND: In 1565 King Charles IX commanded every knife maker to stamp an emblem on their products to guarantee their origin and quality. In 1909 in order to honor this tradition Joseph Opinel chose the Crowned Hand as his emblem
- PATENTED VIROBLOC: A hallmark of Opinel everyday carry knives since it’s 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
- FRENCH HERITAGE: For over 130 years Opinel has been crafting knives and tools in the heart of the French Alps. Much like Joseph Opinel did from his workshop in 1890, today we still manufacture Opinel products from our factory in Chambery, France.
- WONDROUS WALNUT: This French wood is yellow brown or grey brown, and presents dark veins and overall color to contrast the lustrous stainless steel blade of this folding pocket knife. A refined take on the iconic Opinel.
- 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.
- THE CROWNED HAND: In 1565 King Charles IX commanded every knife maker to stamp an emblem on their products to guarantee their origin and quality. In 1909 in order to honor this tradition Joseph Opinel chose the Crowned Hand as his emblem
- PATENTED VIROBLOC: A hallmark of Opinel everyday carry knives since it’s 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
- FRENCH HERITAGE: For over 130 years Opinel has been crafting knives and tools in the heart of the French Alps. Much like Joseph Opinel did from his workshop in 1890, today we still manufacture Opinel products from our factory in Chambery, France.
