Opinel - Traditional Classic N°10 Carbon Steel Folding Knife – Large Heritage Utility Knife

Opinel - Traditional Classic N°10 Carbon Steel Folding Knife – Large Heritage Utility Knife

The Opinel N°10 Carbon Steel Folding Knife is a premium, heavy-duty tool expertly crafted to provide exceptional cutting power and traditional style. Stepping up from the standard pocket-sized models, the larger footprint of the N°10 makes it a formidable utility knife, particularly well-suited for demanding camp chores, culinary tasks, and inclusion in outdoor survival kits. Outfitted with a high-performance carbon blade, a sustainably sourced wooden handle, and the dual-action Virobloc® safety ring, this knife carries forward over 130 years of authentic French craftsmanship.

Best For Campers, outdoor chefs, hunters, and traditionalists looking for a larger, full-sized folding utility knife that achieves an incredibly sharp, high-performance edge for substantial slicing tasks.

Key Features

• High-Hardness Carbon Blade: Forged from premium high-carbon steel, celebrated for its exceptional hardness, outstanding edge retention, and unmatched ease of re-sharpening.

• Substantial Full-Sized Leverage: The expanded 10 cm blade and beefier handle profile offer an optimized full-hand ergonomic grip, providing the increased power and mechanical control required for tougher tasks.

• Sustainably Sourced Handle: Features a beautifully contoured handle crafted from premium wood meticulously harvested from ecologically managed French woodlands in the Alpine region and Jura mountains.

• Patented Virobloc® Safety Ring: Equipped with Opinel's legendary safety collar, allowing you to lock the blade securely open during heavy utility work or safely closed inside your pack or kit bag.

• Artisanal French Heritage: Proudly manufactured in Chambéry, France, adhering to the same strict principles of quality and craftsmanship established by Joseph Opinel in 1890.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 10 cm

• Size Category: Large / Camp-Kit Scale

• Blade Material: Premium High-Hardness Carbon Steel

• Handle Material: Sustainably Sourced French Beechwood

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

• Manufacturing Location: Chambéry, France

Ideal For (Uses)

• Camping Kits & Outdoor Living: An indispensable camp-box companion for shaving tinder sticks, processing cordage, performing light bushcraft, or handling rugged wilderness tasks.

• Camp Kitchen & Outdoor Dining: The generous 10 cm blade functions beautifully as a folding chef's or steak knife, making it perfect for slicing meats, carving roasts, and preparing fresh ingredients around the campfire.

• Demanding Utility Tasks: Effortlessly slicing through thick double-walled cardboard shipping containers, heavy ropes, dense packaging materials, and garden twine.

Pro Tip: High-carbon steel blades achieve a razor-sharp edge that easily out-slices stainless steel models, making them a favorite for outdoor tasks. Because this premium blade is susceptible to rust, it requires simple routine maintenance: always avoid damp storage environments, wipe the blade completely dry after every use, and occasionally apply a thin coat of food-safe mineral oil. Over time, your N°10 will develop a handsome, deep patina unique to your outdoor 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.