Opinel - Traditional Classic N°08 Stainless Steel Folding Knife – The Flagship Everyday Pocket Knife

Opinel - Traditional Classic N°08 Stainless Steel Folding Knife – The Flagship Everyday Pocket Knife

The Opinel N°08 Stainless Steel Folding Knife is the absolute flagship model of the Opinel collection. Originating in 1890 when Joseph Opinel designed a straightforward yet incredibly durable tool, this legendary knife has garnered admiration from explorers, artists, farmers, and chefs alike. Ideally sized for carrying in your pocket, pack, or glove box, the N°08 combines care-free modern stainless steel with traditional French alpine styling and the iconic Virobloc® dual-action safety ring.

Best For Outdoor enthusiasts, campers, DIYers, and everyday carry (EDC) users seeking the world’s most iconic, time-tested folding knife size for comprehensive daily cutting power without heavy maintenance.

Key Features

• The Quintessential Flagship Size: Features an 8.5 cm blade paired with an 11 cm handle, offering the ultimate full-hand ergonomic grip and balanced cutting leverage for almost any everyday task.

• Low-Maintenance Stainless Steel: Forged from Sandvik 12C27 modified stainless steel with added chrome, ensuring excellent resistance to rust and corrosion in humid conditions or outdoor environments.

• Exceptional Sharpness: Formulated with a carbon content of at least 0.40%, providing a razor-sharp, clean-slicing edge that maintains its bite and stays remarkably easy to sharpen.

• Patented Virobloc® Locking Ring: Introduced in 1955, this ingenious safety collar allows you to securely lock the blade open during tough utility work or closed inside your bag or pocket.

• Historic Crowned Hand Emblem: Stamped proudly into the steel, the iconic Crowned Hand mark acts as a permanent guarantee of authentic French origin, heritage, and quality.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 8.5 cm

• Handle Length: 11 cm

• Overall Length: 19 cm

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

• Handle Material: Traditional French Beechwood

• Locking Mechanism: Patented Virobloc® Safety Ring

Ideal For (Uses)

• Comprehensive Everyday Carry (EDC): The perfect go-to daily companion for breaking down heavy cardboard boxes, slicing thick rope, opening clamshell retail packages, or sharpening pencils.

• Camping & Outdoor Exploration: A staple tool for prepping camp food, shaving tinder sticks, cutting paracord, or performing light bushcraft tasks around the campsite.

• Gardening & Backyard Utility: Easily handles pruning light stems, cutting plastic garden mesh, opening soil bags, and harvesting homegrown vegetables.

• Impromptu Picnics & Dining: Slices clean through hard cheeses, crusty baguettes, tough cured meats, and fresh fruits with timeless, classic flair.

Pro Tip: There is a reason the N°08 is the most famous pocket knife size globally—it fits perfectly into average hand sizes while remaining featherlight at roughly 45 grams. Because it features a modified stainless steel blade, it requires zero oiling. Simply wash with warm water after food prep, wipe it dry, and your companion is ready for the next adventure!