The Opinel No 8 Olive Wood brings the classic Savoyard folding knife to the Mediterranean, with a handle in beautifully grained olive wood. It comes with an Alpine sheath in a wooden pencil-box case with a clear cover, so it makes a lovely gift.
Specifications
| Blade length | 8.5cm |
| Blade steel | Martensitic stainless steel |
| Hardness | 55-57 HRC |
| Blade shape | Yatagan, convex ground |
| Handle | Olive wood |
| Lock | Virobloc safety ring |
| Included | Alpine sheath and wooden gift box |
The Opinel stainless blade
Opinel's stainless steel is chosen for corrosion resistance and strength. It holds a sharp edge, resists wear and needs no special care in everyday use, though long contact with acid, salt water or detergent should be avoided.
The Virobloc safety ring
Invented by Marcel Opinel in 1955, the Virobloc ring locks the blade open for safe use, and locks it closed for safe carrying.
Care tips
Wipe the blade dry after use and give the olive wood handle an occasional rub of oil to keep it looking its best.
Over 18s only. We will not sell knives to anyone under 18. Under UK law it is illegal to carry a lock knife, a fixed-blade knife, or a folding knife with a blade over 3 inches in public without good reason.
Ideal for
Gifts, picnics, camp kitchens, whittling and collectors.
Prefer the classic version? See the Opinel No 8 Stainless Steel with Sheath. Keep it sharp with the Opinel maintenance kit, and browse the full Opinel range.