Opinel - Traditional N°08 Chaperon – Premium Marquetry Edition

Opinel - Traditional N°08 Chaperon – Premium Marquetry Edition

The Opinel N°08 Chaperon is a true masterpiece of cutlery, representing the pinnacle of the collaboration between Opinel and the acclaimed artisan Bruno Chaperon. This limited-edition luxury piece elevates the classic N°08 design through the meticulous application of marquetry. Featuring a handle composed of four distinct wood species—selected from a palette including ebony, rosewood, violet wood, bocote, cocobolo, zebrano, boxwood, and amaranth—each knife is a unique work of art that displays a stunning, intricate array of natural colours and patterns.

Best For Discerning collectors, enthusiasts of fine craftsmanship, and those seeking a truly special, high-end gift. This knife is designed to be cherished, serving as both a functional, high-performance tool and an exquisite display piece that celebrates the beauty of artisanal woodworking.

Key Features

• Artisanal Marquetry Handle: Each handle is individually crafted using the traditional marquetry technique. By assembling various premium wood species, the handle becomes a vibrant mosaic of textures and natural tones, ensuring that no two knives are identical.

• Mirror-Polished Stainless Steel: The blade is forged from high-grade Sandvik 12C27 modified stainless steel. Polished to a brilliant mirror finish and enhanced with chrome, it offers exceptional sharpness, durability, and superior resistance to corrosion.

• Patented Virobloc® Safety System: Combining elegance with security, the integrated Virobloc system allows you to lock the blade firmly in the open position for safe cutting, or lock it shut for secure, worry-free transport while you are travelling.

• Iconic N°08 Profile: Retaining the classic size and ergonomic shape that has made the N°08 a global favourite, this luxury edition ensures that the knife feels as balanced and comfortable in the hand as it is visually striking.

Technical Specifications

• Model: Traditional N°08 Chaperon

• Blade Material: Sandvik 12C27 modified stainless steel

• Blade Finish: Elegant mirror-polished

• Handle Material: Marquetry of premium wood species (including ebony, rosewood, violet wood, and more)

• Safety Mechanism: Patented Virobloc safety ring

Retail Pro Tip: Given the unique, artisanal nature of the marquetry, this knife should be displayed as a feature centrepiece in your premium range. We recommend placing it in a well-lit cabinet where the intricate grain patterns and mirror-polished blade can catch the light. When presenting this item to customers, emphasise its status as a collector's item and the labour-intensive process involved in its creation; this helps to communicate the exceptional value and prestige of the Chaperon edition.

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.