Opinel - N°12 Effilé Stainless Steel Folding Fillet Knife – Premium Slimline Pocket Utility Knife

Opinel - N°12 Effilé Stainless Steel Folding Fillet Knife – Premium Slimline Pocket Utility Knife

The Opinel N°12 Effilé Stainless Steel Folding Fillet Knife is a masterclass in French tool engineering, uniquely combining the flexible precision of a dedicated filleting knife with the compact portability of a pocket folder. Part of Opinel's sophisticated Effilé (Slim) range, this elegant tool features an ultra-slender, highly flexible blade designed to effortlessly hug bones and contours when dressing fish or processing game. Complemented by a beautifully contoured slimline handle and an exquisite mirror-polished finish, it embodies the legacy of alpine quality and artisan craftsmanship that Opinel has proudly maintained since 1890.

Best For Anglers, gourmet camp chefs, outdoor sportsmen, and daily carry (EDC) minimalists seeking an ultra-lightweight, flexible pocket knife that handles delicate fish filleting, precision meat slicing, and gourmet food prep on the go.

Key Features

• Flexible Slimline Blade: Outfitted with a razor-sharp, **12.4 cm flexible stainless steel blade**, specifically engineered to provide the exact amount of lateral give needed for flawless, skin-tight filleting and trimming.

• Exquisite Mirror-Polished Finish: The premium stainless steel blade features a striking, high-gloss mirror polish that reduces friction during deep slices while elevating the knife's overall aesthetic.

• Ergonomic Slimline Grip: Designed with a dramatically tapered, lightweight handle that fits discreetly in your pocket while providing superb balance and nimble ergonomics for fine, intricate cutting work.

• Premium Luxury Wood Choices: Customise your tool with three exceptional timber handles sourced from ecologically managed woodlands—choose between rich, reddish-brown **Padouk**, deeply grained Mediterranean **Olive**, or timeless natural **Beech**.

• Patented Virobloc® Safety Ring: Equipped with Opinel's legendary dual-action security collar, allowing you to lock the long, flexible blade **securely open** during intense kitchen work or **safely closed** inside your gear bag or pocket.

• Authentic French Heritage: Proudly manufactured in France, continuing an uninterrupted tradition of premium materials, timeless design, and functional excellence.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 12.4 cm

• Handle Length (Closed): 16 cm

• Total Length (Open): 28.4 cm

• Blade Profile: Slim, Flexible Fillet Style (Mirror-Polished)

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

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

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

• Available Finishes: Padouk, Olive, Beech

Ideal For (Uses)

• Field Filleting & Fishing: The ultimate portable companion for cleaning, skinning, and filleting freshwater trout, small saltwater catch, and shore lunch proteins right at the water's edge.

• Gourmet Campsite Cooking: Seamlessly transitions into a high-performance pocket chef knife for cleanly slicing boneless meats, dicing aromatics, or portioning tenderloins around the campfire.

• Elegant Table & Picnic Slicing: Adds a touch of European sophistication to gourmet grazing boards, effortlessly carving through smoked salmon, soft cheeses, cured prosciutto, and fresh summer fruits.

Pro Tip: Due to its specialised, ultra-thin geometry, the N°12 Effilé is built specifically for flexibility and precision slicing—it should never be used to pry open items or chop through dense bones. Because the blade is forged from premium stainless steel, it is highly resistant to saltwater and food acids, requiring minimal maintenance. To safeguard the stunning luster of the mirror polish and the rich grain of the luxury wood handle, simply hand-wash with warm water after use, dry it thoroughly immediately, and apply a light drop of food-safe oil to the pivot occasionally to keep the folding action silky-smooth!

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.