Opinel Stainless Steel Folding Pocket Knife with Ebony and Walnut Handle

Introducing the workshop series, where the innovative workshop knife was born out of a desire to minimize waste of damaged ebony. This unique handle allows for the recovery of wood that would otherwise be discarded. The end result is a beautiful combination of walnut and ebony, with two veneers bringing these two species together. The process involves a 30° cut at the heel, followed by the assembly, gluing, and pressing of the walnut and ebony. After being worked and shaped, the handle is carefully buffed, just like all other handles manufactured in the workshop.

The flagship size of the knife, the Number 8, has become a bestseller and an everyday carry essential. With a 3.35-inch blade and open length of 7.5 inches, this versatile pocket knife is a popular choice among users.

In an effort to minimize waste at the factory, repurposed ebony wood is combined with walnut, with two veneers bringing these two species together. A 30-degree cut at the heel, followed by assembly, gluing, and pressing of the walnut and ebony, ensures that no material goes to waste.

The blade of the knife is made of Sandvik stainless steel, providing excellent cutting edge and superior corrosion resistance. Each blade is stamped with the Crowned Hand, Joseph Opinel's chosen maker's mark, ensuring its authenticity.

The patented Virobloc System, a defining feature of Opinel everyday carry knives since 1955, offers a unique, thoughtful, and easy-to-use safety mechanism for locking the blade during use, transport, and storage.

Opinel pocket knives have become an iconic symbol of French everyday carry, producing simplicity and durability inspired by their mountainous origins. With a legacy dating back to 1890, Opinel folding knives have gained recognition as a design icon and have been embraced worldwide.

In line with a commitment to sustainability, Opinel actively works towards reusing, recycling, and reducing waste throughout its manufacturing processes. From the use of sustainably harvested wood to minimal packaging, Opinel is dedicated to creating quality knives for future generations.

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