Opinel - N°12 Explore – The Ultimate Survival & Bushcraft Tool

Opinel - N°12 Explore – The Ultimate Survival & Bushcraft Tool

The Opinel N°12 Explore is a robust, highly versatile folding knife designed for those who thrive in the great outdoors. Whether you are engaged in bushcraft, hunting, fishing, or camping, this tool is engineered to withstand demanding labour and extreme conditions. With a substantial 12 cm stainless steel blade and a suite of integrated survival tools, the N°12 Explore is an essential companion for every adventurer, ensuring you are well-prepared for any situation encountered while travelling through the wilderness.

Best For Outdoor survivalists, hunters, and bushcraft enthusiasts who require a reliable, multi-functional tool. Its high-visibility orange handle and integrated safety features make it an ideal choice for remote expeditions where self-sufficiency and precision are paramount.

Key Features

• Precision Stainless Steel Blade: Featuring a 2.7 mm thick, 12 cm blade, the N°12 Explore offers superior strength and sharpness. Its short, pointed profile is perfectly suited for intricate wilderness tasks, from preparing food to crafting equipment.

• Integrated Survival Toolkit: This knife is equipped with essential survival features, including a 110 dB ball-less emergency whistle, a cutting hook for gutting, and a flint fire-starter that produces sparks when struck against the back of the blade.

• Safe and Effective Tick Removal: Designed with safety in mind, the included plastic tick remover features two distinct slot sizes. This allows for the precise, non-compressive removal of ticks, keeping you safe from tick-borne risks during your outdoor pursuits.

• Rugged Ergonomic Handle: The fibre-reinforced polyamide handle is engineered to endure harsh environments. It is shockproof, resistant to water, and capable of functioning flawlessly in extreme temperatures, while the built-in lanyard hole provides extra security when you are on the move.

• Virobloc® Locking System: Safety is paramount; the integrated Virobloc safety ring allows you to lock the blade firmly in the open position for use or in the closed position for secure transport in your pack.

Technical Specifications

• Model: N°12 Explore (Tick Remover Edition)

• Blade Length: 12 cm

• Blade Material: Stainless steel (2.7 mm thickness)

• Handle Material: High-grade, fibre-reinforced polyamide

• Overall Length: 28 cm (16 cm closed)

• Safety Mechanism: Virobloc safety ring

• Survival Features: 110 dB whistle, fire-starter, cutting hook, and tick remover

Retail Pro Tip: To optimise your display, position the N°12 Explore within your high-end outdoor or 'emergency preparedness' section. Highlight the tick remover as a unique and practical feature that sets this model apart from standard folding knives. Demonstrating the ease of the Virobloc locking mechanism and the integration of the fire-starter is an excellent way to capture the interest of experienced outdoor professionals and hobbyists alike.

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.