Product Description
The Opinel No.08 Locking Knife
The No.08 is the flagship size of the collection! It incorporates the Opinel double Virobloc security system locking the blade securely.
Very versatile, the No. 08 is essential for DIY, camping, hunting etc. If you could only have one knife, the No.8 would be it.
It offers an excellent cutting quality. The beech wood handle is comfortable in the hand.
The safety ring allows the user to work without any risks.
The Opinel blades are renowned for their exceptional cutting power. To protect this cutting quality, it is important to regularly sharpen the blade when dull and to choose suitable cutting surfaces to prevent premature damage try not to cut on marble, glass and metal for example).
Technical specifications:
Blade length � 8.5 cm
Carbon steel XC90 - This carbon steel is extremely hard, thereby guaranteeing excellent cutting quality, good wear resistance and easy regrinding.
Handle length � 10.9 cm
Safety ring - Invented by Marcel Opinel in 1955, the Virobloc safety ring is fitted to all folding knives. Cut out of stainless steel, the Virobloc has two sections, one fixed and one sliding. In addition to locking the blade open (safety in use), it is now possible to lock the blade closed (safety in transport).
Handle - Beech is the most common wood used in Opinel handles. PEFC-certified, it comes from eco-managed farms in the Jura and Vercors regions. It is hard, resistant and easy to work. It is homogeneous in appearance, with a light colour ranging from yellow to pink. It can be recognized by the presence of numerous small dark lines. Tinted varnish protects the handle from moisture and dirt.
All carbon blades requires maintenance. You should wipe it with a little cooking oil after use and keep it folded in its handle if stored for a long time.
Age Verification Required on Delivery: This product is not for sale to people under the age of 18. To confirm the recipient is over 18 years, valid photographic ID with a date of birth may be required upon delivery. The driver will input your year of birth into their device and may then require an ID check to complete the age verification process.
