
Wooden Sliding Top Box, No. 8 Carbon Blade Opinel with Sheath
Your dad always said, “Do it right the first time.” Carbon steel Yatagan-style blade, beechwood handle, just the same as the steel and wood that was used when Opinel opened its shop in 1890. This is proof that when you do something right the first time, it rarely needs improving. The only addition to this knife is the patented Vibroloc safety ring which moved it from a friction folder to a locking blade in 1955. Each and every Opinel is an understated tribute to the joy of making something that stands the test of time. The sheath and knife duo come packed in a wooden box with a sliding plexiglass top that keeps it safe in transit. The box is so attractive, you might consider keeping it as a case. Perfectly suited for gifting to yourself or someone else. The no 8 blade is just a touch over 3” long. It’s the Goldilocks of blade lengths; not too big, not too small, and even better, legal to carry in most places. Soft, but supple, the sheath is made from synthetic leather and has a nice fe