Opinel - Traditional Classic N°08 Carbon Steel Folding Knife – The Iconic Heritage Pocket Knife

Opinel - Traditional Classic N°08 Carbon Steel Folding Knife – The Iconic Heritage Pocket Knife

The Opinel N°08 Carbon Steel Folding Knife is Opinel's most iconic model—a timeless, globally celebrated tool that has been deeply cherished since its inception in 1890 by Joseph Opinel. This legendary folding knife has earned its place in numerous museums, books, and galleries worldwide, making it a universal favorite among explorers, artists, farmers, and chefs alike. Offering the absolute perfect size for a pocket or bag, the N°08 is an essential, multi-purpose companion built to endure the test of time.

Best For Traditionalists, woodcarvers, outdoor minimalists, and everyday carry (EDC) enthusiasts who demand the ultimate razor-sharp edge and appreciate a classic tool with deep historical roots.

Key Features

• The Ultimate Iconic Size: Perfectly balanced with an 8.5 cm blade, providing a full-hand ergonomic grip that offers maximum control and comfortable leverage for comprehensive daily cutting tasks.

• High-Performance Carbon Steel: Forged from premium high-carbon steel, boasting exceptional hardness to guarantee a razor-sharp cutting edge that slices effortlessly and re-sharpens with ease.

• Patented Virobloc® Safety Ring: Developed in 1955, the ingenious dual-action safety collar allows you to lock the blade securely open during tough utility work or safely closed inside your pocket.

• Sustainably Sourced Beechwood: Outfitted with a premium wooden handle carefully harvested from ecologically managed French woodlands in the Alpine region, reflecting a deep dedication to environmental sustainability.

• The Crowned Hand Guarantee: Stamped proudly into the steel, the iconic Crowned Hand mark serves as a permanent symbol of authentic French quality, alpine craftsmanship, and heritage.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 8.5 cm

• Overall Length: 19 cm

• Size Category: Medium

• Blade Material: Premium High-Hardness Carbon Steel

• Handle Material: Sustainably Sourced Beechwood

• Locking Mechanism: Patented Virobloc® Safety Ring

• Manufacturing Location: Chambéry, France

Ideal For (Uses)

• Everyday Utility Tasks: A highly capable daily companion that effortlessly tackles heavy cardboard boxes, thick rope, plastic straps, and sharpening pencils.

• Woodworking & Bushcraft: A globally recognized favorite among woodcarvers and DIYers for detailed whittling, scoring, and shaving tinder sticks by the campfire.

• Gardening & Backyard Care: Offers a precise, sharp bite that is ideal for light outdoor utility tasks, including pruning roses, harvesting backyard crops, or cutting twine.

• Traditional Outdoor Dining: Slices clean through hard cheeses, crusty baguettes, tough cured meats, and fresh fruits with timeless, classic flair.

Pro Tip: There is a reason the N°08 Carbon Steel is a global legend—high-carbon steel achieves a level of sharpness that stainless steel simply cannot match. Because this blade is susceptible to oxidation, it requires a little extra care: always avoid damp environments, wipe the blade completely dry after each use, and occasionally apply a thin coat of food-safe mineral oil. Over time, it will develop a beautiful, dark patina unique to your daily tasks!

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.