Opinel - N°08 Effilé Stainless Steel Slim Folding Knife – Premium Pocket Knife & Elegant Dining Companion

Opinel - N°08 Effilé Stainless Steel Slim Folding Knife – Premium Pocket Knife & Elegant Dining Companion

The Opinel N°08 Effilé Stainless Steel Slim Folding Knife is a breathtaking, highly refined reimagining of the iconic French pocket folder. Part of Opinel's sophisticated Effilé (Slim) range, this medium-scaled tool features a dramatically tapered, narrow blade silhouette paired with an elegant, slender wooden handle. Melding over 130 years of traditional alpine craftsmanship with a contemporary, high-fashion aesthetic, this lightweight folding knife transitions effortlessly from a reliable pocket companion to an exquisite, conversational table knife that elevates everyday dining into a remarkable culinary occasion.

Best For Gourmet travelers, outdoor epicureans, daily carry (EDC) minimalists, and collectors looking for an ultra-slender, lightweight pocket folder that serves perfectly as a personal steak and fruit knife during transit or fine dining.

Key Features

• Sleek Slimline Geometry: Features a beautifully re-engineered **8.5 cm narrow blade** combined with a highly streamlined handle, offering an ultra-lightweight pocket profile and a nimble, perfectly balanced hand grip.

• Exquisite Mirror-Polished Blade: The premium stainless steel blade on the Padouk and Olive models is buffed to a magnificent, high-gloss mirror finish that looks stunning under ambient lighting while reducing cutting friction.

• Premium Hardwood Curation: Tailor the knife to your personal style with three exceptional, sustainably sourced timber options—choose between rich, vibrant reddish-brown **Padouk**, deeply characterful Mediterranean **Olive**, or classic, timeless natural French **Beech**.

• Low-Maintenance French Steel: Forged from high-grade, corrosion-resistant stainless steel, guaranteeing excellent edge retention and maximum resistance to rust when exposed to moisture and acidic food juices.

• Patented Virobloc® Safety Ring: Outfitted with Opinel's legendary dual-action security collar, allowing you to quickly twist and lock the slender blade **securely open** during meals or **safely closed** inside your pocket or bag.

• Gift-Ready Presentation: Each individual knife comes beautifully packaged in its own retail box, making it an ideal choice for milestone birthday gifts, holiday keepsakes, or personal indulgences.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 8.5 cm

• Handle Length (Closed): 11 cm

• Total Length (Open): 19.5 cm

• Size Category: Medium / Compact Pocket Scale

• Blade Profile: Ultra-Slim Effilé / Tapered Pen Knife Style

• Blade Finish: High-Gloss Mirror-Polished (Padouk & Olive models)

• Blade Material: High-Grade Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel

• Handle Material: Premium Natural Wood (Olive, Padouk, or Beech options)

• Locking Mechanism: Patented Virobloc® Safety Ring (Locks open and closed)

• Packaging: Beautifully presented in Individual Retail Packaging

• Manufacturing Location: Made in France

Ideal For (Uses)

• Bistro & Fine Dining: An exceptional personal steak knife to bring along to restaurants, picnics, and dinner parties, cleanly slicing through tender cuts of beef, pork, and poultry without tearing.

• Gourmet Picnic & Grazing Prep: Perfectly suited for paring fresh summer fruits, slicing blocks of firm alpine cheese, carving soft brie, and portioning cured charcuterie on grazing boards.

• Sophisticated Daily Carry (EDC): An ultra-lightweight, unobtrusive everyday pocket tool for executing light cutting tasks, opening letters, trimming loose threads, and unpacking parcels with style.

Pro Tip: The N°08 Effilé is a precision slicing instrument engineered with elegant, ultra-slim blade geometry; it should be used strictly for fine cutting and culinary tasks, never for heavy-duty prying, splitting, or cutting through dense bones. To preserve the stunning mirror polish and the rich, natural grain of the wooden handle, always hand-wash the knife with warm, soapy water after use, dry it thoroughly immediately, and avoid leaving it soaking in wet environments. A tiny drop of food-safe mineral oil applied to the pivot pin will ensure the folding action stays buttery smooth for a lifetime of adventures!

Oversized Item Delivery Options

Since oversized items require special handling, we may need to provide a custom freight quote for your order and will contact you with an updated shipping rate.

Available options include:

✔ Delivery to your closest depot for pickup - default method
✔ Direct delivery - requires forklift on site
✔ Direct delivery with tailgate lift truck (extra fees apply)
✔ 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
• Because of the forklift requirement, delivery to the nearest depot is the default option and will be the method used unless you contact us to request otherwise.

Business Delivery:

• Business delivery is available for commercial customers only
• If you select business delivery and your products are bulky, it is your responsibility to ensure you have appropriate equipment (including forklifts) to unload products from the delivery truck
• If you select business delivery and you are not a business, you risk your product not being delivered and may incur additional fees to retrieve your order
• Business delivery customers must provide a valid business address and contact information
• Additional fees may apply for failed delivery attempts due to lack of appropriate unloading equipment

Let us know your preference, and we'll arrange the best solution for you!

Important Note on Availability & Shipping

Our warehouse serves as our office and logistics centre rather than a retail showroom. Because we ship from multiple locations and manage high-turnover stock, not all items are available for immediate pickup.

Lead Times:

• In-Stock Items: Usually ready for dispatch the same day.
• Supplier-Dependent Items: Usually take 2–8 weeks to arrive, depending on supplier availability. Products from Adloheat may take 8–12 weeks to manufacture—they are made to order in Australia by a small business, and longer lead times reflect the care put into quality.

While we strive for fast delivery, some timelines are subject to supplier availability and are beyond our control. We appreciate your patience as we source the best quality gear for your project.

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.