Opinel no. 8 Stainless Steel Olive Wood Knife — this knife is an incredible classic version from Opinel. It features a treated wooden handle, a foldable design, and a premium quality stainless steel blade. Its compact size and lightweight nature make it perfect for everyday carry.

This popular model boasts a handy size for versatile use. Crafted from stainless steel and top-notch olive wood, it not only looks fantastic but also performs wonderfully at its tasks.
The Opinel no. 8 is a classic representative of Opinel knives, whose design has remained mostly unchanged for a century. However, new manufacturing technologies have led to tangible improvements in quality, reliability, and durability. So, while they may look similar on the outside, newer and older models are distinctly different. The design of the Opinel no. 8 was created by Joseph Opinel (the company’s founder), and his family has continued the legacy every year, enhancing existing knives, perfecting them, and creating new ones.

This knife is a striking example of merging classic design with modern manufacturing technologies. The blade is crafted from Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel and has undergone a special heat treatment that ensures its hardness. The handle is made from solid olive wood, known for its high density and in-demand qualities in various trades. After a special factory treatment, it also remains resistant to moisture.

Moreover, the olive wood handle does not absorb water and is easy to clean. The look of this knife, particularly with the olive wood handle, is also impressive: the natural texture of the wood is clearly visible. Another key feature of this knife's design is the locking mechanism. In this model, the classic Opinel locking system — Viroblock — is utilized. Its design is coupler-based. This lock keeps the blade secure in both open and closed positions, ensuring even safer use. The classic Opinel No. 08 is an essential tool, perfect for carving paths through rough terrain, slicing through brush, and will be a loyal assistant in any extreme situation.

Specifications

• Knife type: folding.
• Cutting type: standard.
• Locking type: Viroblock.
• Total length: 19 cm.
• Blade length: 8 cm.
• Handle material: olive wood.
• Steel hardness: 57-58 HRC.
• Steel: high-strength Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel.
• Weight: 46 g.

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