Opinel - Traditional Classic N°12 Carbon Steel Folding Knife – Extra-Large Heritage Utility Knife

Opinel - Traditional Classic N°12 Carbon Steel Folding Knife – Extra-Large Heritage Utility Knife

The Opinel N°12 Carbon Steel Folding Knife is the largest model in Opinel's traditional collection of folding knives, engineered to tackle heavy-duty cutting tasks while remaining compact enough to fit comfortably in your pack or bag. Weighing less than 115 grams despite its impressive presence, this extra-large folding knife is perfectly optimized for camping, outdoor exploration, agriculture, and rugged utility work. Outfitted with a premium high-carbon blade, a varnished wooden handle, and the legendary dual-action Virobloc® safety ring, this knife carries forward over 130 years of authentic French craftsmanship.

Best For Campers, bushcrafters, farmers, and outdoor chefs who need a massive, highly capable folding knife that delivers maximum cutting leverage and an unmatched, razor-sharp edge without adding dead weight to their gear kits.

Key Features

• The Ultimate Extra-Large Scale: Features a commanding 12 cm high-carbon steel blade paired with an extended ergonomic handle, providing maximum mechanical leverage, ultimate hand comfort, and long-reach cutting capability.

• High-Performance Carbon Edge: Forged from premium high-carbon steel, celebrated for its exceptional hardness, outstanding edge retention, and unmatched ease of re-sharpening in the field.

• Varnished Beechwood Handle: Crafted from premium French beechwood, the handle features a protective varnish finish that shields the wood against moisture, dirt, and wear for enhanced long-term durability.

• Patented Virobloc® Safety Ring: Equipped with Opinel's classic dual-action safety collar, allowing you to lock the massive blade securely open during intense slicing work or safely closed inside your pack or kit bag.

• Authentic Alpine Heritage: Proudly manufactured at the Opinel factory in Chambéry, France, adhering to the strict principles of quality and artisanal craftsmanship established by Joseph Opinel in 1890.

Specifications

• Blade Length: 12 cm

• Handle Length: 16 cm (Note: Total length 28 cm when open)

• Total Open Length: 28 cm

• Weight: < 115 g

• Size Category: Extra-Large / Heavy-Duty Utility

• Blade Material: Premium High-Hardness Carbon Steel

• Handle Material: Varnished French Beechwood

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

Ideal For (Uses)

• Camping Kits & Camp Kitchens: The generous 12 cm blade functions beautifully as a full-sized folding chef's knife, making it perfect for carving large meats, slicing loaves of bread, cutting watermelons, and preparing hearty campsite meals.

• Outdoor Utility & Bushcraft: An exceptional wilderness tool for processing large ropes, shaving tinder blocks, clearing light brush, cutting thick cordage, or managing substantial agricultural and farm tasks.

• Demanding Handyman Projects: Easily handles heavy-duty scoring, trimming thick rubber tubing, slicing industrial insulation, and breaking down extra-large double-walled shipping crates.

Pro Tip: At less than 115 grams, the N°12 is incredibly lightweight for its size, giving you the raw cutting capacity of a large fixed-blade knife in a pocket-friendly, folding format. Because high-carbon steel is prone to oxidation, keep it performing perfectly by avoiding damp environments, wiping the blade completely dry after every use, and applying a light coat of food-safe mineral oil before storage. Over time, it will develop a beautiful, dark patina that showcases its hard-working history!

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.