Stainless steel knife N° 08 Walnut
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The classic Opinel walnut version.
Delicate and sophisticated.
The Nº08s are known for their cutting qualities and ease of maintenance. Walnut is a resistant wood, ideal for your outdoor DIY activities. The varnish applied to the handle allows it to be protected against moisture and stains. The Virobloc security ring offers the possibility of locking the blade in the open or closed position, thus minimizing the risk of cutting yourself.
The dark tones of walnut will enhance your Opinel.
A classic among classics, this razor has continued to captivate for over 120 years. Model No. 08 is the most popular in the collection; Very versatile, it is an essential tool for day to day.
Classic among classics, the pocket knife No. 08 it is available in a stainless steel blade for good corrosion resistance. The N ° 08 is the most popular number of the collection, very versatile it is the indispensable tool in daily life.
Walnut is a wood from France. Brown, sometimes turning yellow or grey, and with a dark streak.
Sandvik 12C27 steel
For the manufacture of the blade of this Opinel Nº8 Stainless , a type of anticorrosive steel has been used thanks to the addition of chromium, which does not require any special maintenance. In addition, it has a high carbon content of at least 0.40% to obtain an excellent edge as a result.
This material has a microstructure of fine carbides to improve its high performance in relation to wear resistance. Its specific composition is 0.40% carbon, 13.5% chromium, 0.40% silicon and 0.40% manganese. Its hardness will reach 55HRC .
Viroblock block
The Opinel Nº08 knife incorporates a security system patented by Marcel Opinel in 1955 , consisting of a security ring made of stainless steel , so it will be resistant to contact with ferrous elements and also to all types of hostile environments.
This technology is made up of a fixed part and a sliding part , and is capable of performing the locking action both when the knife is open and when it is closed . The user will be able to carry out all kinds of cuts without any risk, and will also be able to transport the part without the risk of accidental opening.
Clip Point Sheet Style
French developers at Opinel have developed a Bowie -style steel blade, which forms a very fine point, ideal for piercing objects or textures. In addition, this knife profile allows for increased control and strength on the part of the user.
The edge is straight, so the work surface is maximized and good results are obtained in large cuts, in a much cleaner way. The combination of the blade profile together with the characteristics of the edge make this small size knife a powerful weapon.
main features
- Overall length: 19.2 cm
- Blade length: 8.5 cm
- Blade thickness: 2.0mm
- Steel type: Sandvik 12C27
- Steel hardness: 55 HRC
- Blade Style: Clip Point
- Drain Type: Straight
- Blade Finish: Satin
- Edge type: Plain
- Handle length: 11.5 cm
- Handle material: Walnut wood
- Handle Color: Wood
- Weight: 45 grams
- Country of origin: France
