Opinel - N°08 Bushwhacker – Stainless Steel Folding Knife

Opinel - N°08 Bushwhacker – Stainless Steel Folding Knife

Discover the perfect balance of traditional elegance and rugged functionality with the Opinel N°08 Stainless Steel Bushwhacker. Designed as a versatile and reliable folding knife, it is an essential companion for outdoor enthusiasts and everyday users alike. Featuring an 8.5 cm martensitic stainless steel blade, this medium-sized knife delivers exceptional durability and precision cutting performance. Finished with a classic natural beechwood handle, it brings a touch of European craftsmanship to every adventure, from hiking trails to daily chores.

Best For Campers, hikers, and outdoor adventurers who require a dependable, multi-purpose tool. It is also an excellent choice for individuals seeking a classic, high-quality knife for everyday utility.

Key Features

• Martensitic Stainless Steel Blade: The 8.5 cm blade is forged from high-quality martensitic stainless steel, renowned for its excellent sharpness, resilience, and resistance to corrosion in challenging outdoor environments.

• Natural Beechwood Handle: Crafted from traditional beechwood, the handle is ergonomically designed to provide a secure and comfortable grip, ensuring you can tackle cutting tasks with confidence and ease.

• Everyday Versatility: Whether you are preparing food at a campsite, whittling wood, or completing daily chores, the N°08 Bushwhacker is engineered to handle a wide variety of tasks with precision.

• European Craftsmanship: Proudly manufactured with traditional European expertise, this knife guarantees long-lasting reliability and timeless style for any outdoor excursion.

Technical Specifications

• Model: N°08 Bushwhacker

• Blade Length: 8.5 cm

• Blade Material: Martensitic Stainless Steel

• Handle Material: Natural Beechwood

• Size: Medium

Maintenance Pro Tip: To optimise the lifespan of your N°08 Bushwhacker, ensure you clean and dry the blade thoroughly after use, particularly if it has been exposed to acidic materials or harsh elements. While the stainless steel is highly resilient, protecting the natural beechwood handle from prolonged moisture will prevent the timber from swelling. A regular drop of light oil on the pivot will ensure the folding mechanism remains exceptionally smooth for years to come.

Oversized Item Delivery Options

Oversized, heavy, and structural goods ship via specialist freight. Freight is calculated at checkout from estimated packaged volumetric or physical weight. Carrier depot audits may adjust the rate — if the increase exceeds 10%, we will contact you before processing.

Available options include:

✔ Delivery to your closest depot for pickup — default method
✔ Direct delivery — requires an operational forklift on site unless Tailgate Delivery has been specifically requested and quoted (contact us — this cannot be selected at checkout)
✔ Tailgate hydraulic lift delivery — must be specifically requested; contact us for a quote (not available as a checkout option; extra fees apply; required if you do not have a forklift)
✔ Forklift loading at our warehouse (no extra charge if you arrange your own freight)
✔ Direct truck delivery (available in Victoria)

Important Notes:

• Shipping costs vary by location and method
• Any carton or consignment over 25–30kg (or over 200cm) must be palletised
• Without a specifically requested and paid Tailgate Delivery quote, palletised freight requires a forklift on site — otherwise the carrier will redirect to the nearest depot
• Bulky and oversized items cannot be delivered to a PO Box — provide a physical street address
• Failed deliveries, locked gates, unattended sites, or incorrect business/forklift declarations may incur carrier redelivery, demurrage, and restocking fees as set out in our Terms & Conditions

Business Delivery:

• Selecting a business/commercial delivery rate warrants that the address has an operational forklift and certified operator during business hours
• If the carrier cannot unload, the consignment may be redirected to a depot and secondary fees may apply
• Additional fees may apply for failed delivery attempts due to lack of appropriate unloading equipment

See our Terms & Conditions (Article 8) for full freight and delivery rules.

Important Note on Availability & Shipping

Our warehouse is a logistics hub, not a retail showroom. Listing a product online does not mean it is stored at our Thomastown warehouse — many lines ship from supplier hubs (split fulfilment may apply).

How lead times work:

• Product page ETA: The Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) / lead-time badge shown on the product page at checkout is the agreed delivery timeframe for that order under Australian Consumer Law.
• Metro baselines: Advertised ETAs apply to standard metropolitan zones. Regional and remote addresses may take longer and may attract surcharges.
• Peak seasons: Orders in March–May, August–October, EOFY (June), Black Friday/Cyber Monday (November), and Christmas/New Year (December–January) may automatically add a 2–4 week buffer beyond the product page ETA.
• Supplier-dependent / backordered items: If stock is delayed, we will notify you with a revised ETA. You then have 7 days to accept the new timeframe or cancel for a full refund.
• Adloheat: Custom-made products from Adloheat (Pakenham, VIC) may take 4–12 weeks depending on the order.

Full fulfilment, cancellation, and freight rules are in our Terms & Conditions.

Biosecurity & Interstate Shipping Restrictions

Due to strict state biosecurity regulations, we are unable to ship some products to certain states and territories:

• Potting Mixes cannot be shipped to Western Australia (WA), the Northern Territory (NT), or Tasmania (TAS).
• Seeds cannot be shipped to Western Australia (WA).

Orders placed for these items to restricted states will be cancelled and refunded. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that the items being ordered can lawfully be delivered to their state or territory.