Opinel Stainless Steel Padouk No. 12 is a fillet knife, a practical model for use at home or on the go. It is made of stainless steel and natural wood, this model has a folding design and a lock to hold the blade in the selected position.

The knife is a fillet model with a long and narrow blade. In addition, the blade bends quite well, making the knife convenient for separating fish fillets from bones. It is also suitable for meat or cheese, but it is better not to cut harder products with this knife so as not to damage the blade. It is convenient to store not only at home in the kitchen, but also to take with you on any trips. The fact is that this knife is folding.

It does not require much care, as it is made of practical materials. Its rust-resistant blade (Sandvik 12C27 steel) sharpens easily. The knife handle is made of natural beech wood. It's light in color and coated with a special protective compound. The handle tapers from about the middle, and its axial length drops relative to the horizontal axis to ensure a secure grip. This wood has proven itself excellent for knife handles. Moreover, this type of wood is characterized by both excellent practical qualities and an attractive appearance.

An important feature of the Opinel No. 12 is its Viroblock lock. This clutch mechanism is very simple and, thanks to the absence of unnecessary parts, is very durable. Furthermore, it locks the blade to the handle in two positions simultaneously: open and folded. Therefore, such a knife is completely safe to carry with you on a camping trip or take on any other trip to the countryside.

Specifications

• Knife type - folding fillet
• Cutting edge type - regular
• Lock type - Virobloc
• Overall length - 27 cm
• Blade length - 12 cm
• Handle material - beech wood
• Steel hardness - 57-58 HRC
• Steel grade - Sandvik 12C27
• Weight - 45 g