Opinel - The Original | N°08 Stainless Steel Folding Knife – Premium Timber Edition

Opinel - The Original | N°08 Stainless Steel Folding Knife – Premium Timber Edition

The Opinel N°08 Stainless Steel Folding Knife is a remarkable piece of design history, originating in 1890 when Joseph Opinel created a simple, durable, and highly functional tool for everyday use. Celebrated worldwide for its timeless aesthetic and versatile performance, this iconic pocket knife has been showcased in prestigious museums, books, and galleries globally. It remains the preferred everyday companion for explorers, artists, gardeners, and chefs alike. This premium edition elevates the iconic flagship profile by swapping traditional beech for a selection of exquisite, rich-toned hardwoods.

Best For Outdoor enthusiasts, daily carry (EDC) minimalists, and collectors seeking the ultimate, low-maintenance pocket knife that seamlessly blends world-renowned utility with a premium hardwood finish.

Key Features

• The Global Benchmark Design: Features the legendary, medium-sized N°08 frame—the most famous and popular size in the Opinel lineup—perfectly balanced to fit comfortably in any hand.

• Premium Hardwood Handles: Elevate your daily gear with a choice of high-quality timber handles, including deep and rich **Walnut**, beautifully grained **Oak**, or smooth, Mediterranean **Olive** wood. Each piece is sourced from ecologically managed French woodlands adhering to strict sustainability standards.

• Low-Maintenance Stainless Steel: Forged from premium Sandvik 12C27 modified stainless steel, enriched with chrome to deliver outstanding corrosion resistance, ensuring the blade handles damp environments completely rust-free.

• Razor-Sharp Cutting Performance: Formulated with a carbon content of at least 0.40%, providing a precise, clean-cutting edge that boasts excellent retention and remains remarkably easy to re-sharpen.

• Patented Virobloc® Safety Ring: Invented in 1955, the dual-action locking collar allows you to lock the blade securely open during demanding utility work or safely closed inside your pocket or bag during transit.

• The Crowned Hand Stamp: Every genuine blade is stamped with the historic Crowned Hand emblem, symbolising authentic French alpine quality and heritage origin.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 8.5 cm

• Handle Length (Closed): 11 cm

• Total Length (Open): 19.5 cm

• Size Category: Medium / The Flagship Standard

• Blade Material: Sandvik 12C27 Modified Stainless Steel (≥0.40% Carbon)

• Handle Material: Premium Hardwood (Olive, Oak, or Walnut options)

• Locking Mechanism: Patented Virobloc® Safety Ring (Locks open and closed)

• Available Colours/Finishes: Olive, Oak, Walnut

Ideal For (Uses)

• Everyday Carry (EDC) Utility: A dependable, stylish daily companion for cleanly slicing open cardboard packages, cutting string, trimming plastic labels, and handling quick routine tasks.

• Picnics & Outdoor Dining: Bringing classic European style to your dining table or campsite, effortlessly slicing through crusty baguettes, hard cheeses, summer fruits, and cured meats.

• Light Gardening & Foraging: A handy pocket companion for cutting fresh twine, scoring landscape fabrics, or harvesting wild mushrooms, herbs, and small backyard vegetables.

Pro Tip: The N°08 Stainless Steel model is the absolute king of hassle-free utility. Because the premium modified stainless steel blade resists oxidation flawlessly, it requires no special oiling or complex maintenance. Simply rinse it off with warm water after cutting food or getting it dirty in the garden, wipe it dry, and it is ready to tuck back into your pocket!