Name: No. 8 Opinel Carbon Knife OP-13080 4-3/8 inch
SKU: OP-13080
Availability: InStock

No. 8 Opinel Carbon Knife OP-13080 4-3/8 inch

$18.95

The No. 8 Opinel Carbon Knife OP-13080 measures 4-3/8″ closed. It features a quality carbon steel blade in a plain finished wooden handle. Additionally, it locks both when it is open or closed

6 in stock (can be backordered)

SKU: OP-13080 Category: Opinel knives

Description

The No. 8 Opinel Carbon Knife OP-13080 measures 4-3/8″ closed. It features a quality carbon steel blade. Opinel uses woods such as beech, olive, oak or walnut for the handle. Additionally, the Virobloc saftey ring locks the knife when open or closed.

In fact, Joseph Opinel designed the No.08 Carbon Steel first. It was first patented in 1890. Opinel essentially designed this for farmers and train conductors.

These Iconic knives were invented by Joseph Opinel in 1890. Made of rugged materials, Opinel crafts these knives high in the French Alps. In 1955, Marcel Opinel invented the Virobloc safety ring. No. 6 through No. 12. folding knives have this mechanism. The Vibrolock is cut out of stainless steel.

It has two sections. One is fixed and one sliding. This lock provides safety when in use by keeping the blade open. In addition it is now possible to lock the blade closed providing safety on the go.

Additionally, Opinel also marks the No. 8 Opinel Carbon Knife OP-13080 with a “crowned hand” hallmark etching. Opinel knives have long been a favorite with Europeans. One can find these knives in many types of work or hobbies such as farming, vineyards, crafts, etc.

Opinel strives to keep the knife high quality yet affordable. Consequently, Opinel offers a uniquely simple design. And most importantly, at an affordable cost, Opinel continues to produce these No. 8 Opinel Carbon Knives.

CARING FOR YOUR CARBON BLADE KNIFE

Equally important cutting strength is better with a carbon steel knife. Likewise sharpening is also much easier. However, carbon has a low resistance to corrosion caused by moisture. The best ways to use and store your carbon knives are important.

Therefore that means that certain measures are necessary when using and storing carbon knives: First, avoid leaving your knife in damp environments for too long. Second, place a little food grade mineral oil on all metal parts regularly. Finally, thoroughly dry the blade using a dry cloth after each use.

Above all, the No. 8 Opinel Carbon Knife OP-13080 comes with a lifetime warranty. The warranty covers defects in material and workmanship. There is a link below. Just copy and paste into the address bar.

www.opinel-usa.com/pages/opinel-usa-warranty-returns-refunds

And as always, the No. 8 Opinel Carbon Knife OP-13080 may be purchased in the store or online. We offer free shipping for online orders over $100.00. Online ordering with in-store pick up is also available. Call us at 502-897-9552 with any questions you may have regarding this item. Or you can email us at info@heimerdingercutlery.com. Thanks for your interest in this item.