Opinel - N°08 Folding Gardening Knife – The Essential Tool for Every Gardener

Opinel - N°08 Folding Gardening Knife – The Essential Tool for Every Gardener

The Opinel N°08 Folding Gardening Knife is a dependable, precision-engineered tool designed specifically to meet the needs of dedicated gardeners. Whether you are pruning delicate plants, harvesting fresh vegetables, or performing routine maintenance in your garden, this knife provides the perfect balance of comfort, durability, and performance. It is an indispensable companion for any gardening enthusiast, combining French heritage with modern utility.

Best For Gardening, pruning, trimming, weeding, and harvesting. Its lightweight construction and robust design make it the ideal choice for long hours of labour in the garden or on the allotment.

Key Features

• Premium Stainless Steel Blade: Featuring an 8.25 cm blade crafted from Sandvik 12C27 modified stainless steel, this knife offers exceptional resistance to corrosion, meaning it requires minimal maintenance even after exposure to damp soil and plant matter.

• Ergonomic Beechwood Handle: The durable handle is crafted from high-quality beechwood, providing a natural, comfortable grip that helps minimise fatigue during extended periods of pruning and trimming.

• Virobloc® Safety System: Equipped with the iconic Virobloc safety ring, developed by Marcel Opinel in 1955, the blade can be securely locked in both the open and closed positions, ensuring maximum safety while you are working or travelling to the garden centre.

• French Craftsmanship: Proudly designed and manufactured in France, this knife upholds the standard of quality that has defined Opinel tools for generations, ensuring reliability when you need it most.

Technical Specifications

• Model: N°08 Folding Gardening Knife

• Blade Material: Sandvik 12C27 Stainless Steel

• Blade Length: 8.25 cm

• Open/Closed Length: 19 cm / 10.72 cm

• Handle Material: Beechwood

• Safety Feature: Virobloc Locking System

Gardening Pro Tip: To keep your N°08 in top condition, wipe the blade clean of sap and soil after each use. A quick rinse with fresh water followed by a thorough dry will prevent residue build-up. Occasionally, applying a tiny drop of light oil to the Virobloc mechanism will ensure it remains fluid and easy to operate, allowing you to focus on the pleasure of your gardening tasks.