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The Opinel N°8 knife is one of the most famous folding knives produced in France. He has become a symbol and a reference for other cutlers. This affordable little folding knife is lightweight and easy to use with its opening mechanism. Les Artisans du Couteau presents here the most emblematic Opinel knife!
Opinel N°8 Knife: the emblematic knife
Since 1890, the Opinel knife has existed and it has made its place in the world of cutlery. It is now one of the most famous. This small folding pocket knife has become iconic and it has now become almost essential, especially for outdoor outings! And among all these jewels of these Savoy knives, we can only take a closer look at the one that made Opinel famous: the Opinel N°8 knife.
What is special about the Opinel N°8 knife?
It is the traditional Opinel knife par excellence and it is the most popular. Why ? Because it is the very first created. As a result, it has been designed to suit the greatest number. It is ideal for many uses. It is a folding knife that is passed down from generation to generation. Its design has always been the same since 1890 and that's what makes us so attached to it!
The blade
The Opinel n°8 has a pointed stainless steel blade with a carbon content of 0.52%. This measures 8.5 cm and folds into the handle. It has a smooth finish and is not only easy to clean but also highly corrosion resistant. It is a yatagan blade that is to say that it forms a curve at the tip. In addition to its technical characteristics and its shape, it is a very resistant blade, with an efficient cutting edge and easy to sharpen.
The closing system
The Opinel is a folding knife with a very ingenious one-handed blade opening and closing system. It has a Virobloc locking system which allows the blade to be locked in the open or closed position. The closing system of the Opinel N°8 knife is very simple. The folding mechanism is located at the end of the handle, which makes it possible to open the folding knife with one hand.
The handle
The handle of the Opinel N°8 is easily recognizable with a slightly curved shape that makes it easier to grip. It can be made with different types of wood: Walnut, birch, ebony or olive, but it is in beech that it takes on its most traditional form. Its wooden handle gives it a very natural look that lends itself very well to outdoor use. This handle is covered with a layer of varnish. It is strong and durable.
The advantages of this Opinel folding knife
If it is so popular after all these years, it is because it has a number of advantages. Here are some of them:
- It is light: it weighs only 75 grams, so it is very easy to carry everywhere with you
- It is foldable, so it takes little space and can slip into a jacket or trouser pocket as well as into a backpack. It will accompany you everywhere!
- It is sharp and extremely effective!
- It is inexpensive and can therefore suit all budgets
- It is versatile: it is a knife for adventurers, nature lovers. Thus, it lends itself equally well to fishing, hunting, gardening, hiking, camping, for picking...
- It is handcrafted: like all the products you will find on our site, the Opinel N°8 is an artisanal French-made knife.
- It is durable and of high quality: it is a knife that you will keep for a long time and preciously!
To offer it as a gift or for your personal needs, the Opinel N°8 has all the advantages of a quality folding knife! It is an easy-to-use, versatile, compact and lightweight craft knife that will quickly become your best ally. What are you waiting for to let yourself be tempted by this classic folding knife?
