Boîte N°08 Inox + Étui Knife

A fixed section and a sliding section make up the stainless steel Virobloc safety ring, invented by Marcel Opinel in 1955 and fitted to all folding knives from the N°06 onward. It locks the blade open for safety during use and also allows it to be locked closed for safe transport. On the versatile N°08, an alpine sheath with a loop and carabiner makes the knife easy to take anywhere. Described as essential for sports activities and bivouacs, it is also highly appreciated for fishing and hunting. The handle uses beech from French forestry operations, the wood most commonly used for Opinel handles. Its uniform appearance combines a light yellow-to-pink colour with numerous distinctive small dark lines. Hard, durable and easy to work, the wood is varnished for added protection against moisture and dirt. Measuring 8.5 cm, the traditional Opinel Yatagan blade takes its upswept shape from a Turkish sabre. An exclusive convex ground profile ensures blade strength and effective resharpening. Sandvik modified 12C27 stainless steel, developed for Opinel, is known for its cutting edge and easy maintenance. This martensitic stainless steel can undergo heat treatment to achieve good hardness. A carbon content of at least 0,40% provides a very satisfactory cutting edge without susceptibility to corrosion.

Man SKU: 001089