Opinel N°08 Ellipse knife, stainless steel, ebony handle

The Opinel No. 8 knife from the French company Opinel, which has a 120-year history and has become a symbol of French culture and traditions. The first Opinel was created in 1890 by Joseph Opinel, who was 18 years old at the time and worked in his family’s tool-making workshop. The knife quickly gained popularity among local farmers, ranchers, and winegrowers thanks to its lightness and durability. This popularity soon spread beyond the borders of the Savoie region, and today extends even beyond France.

The Opinel N°08 Ellipse knife is made from a single sheet of aluminum, which highlights and accentuates the curve of the handle. Mmodified stainless steel Sandvik 12C27. The blade is corrosion-resistant thanks to the addition of chromium, which requires no special maintenance. A carbon content of at least 0.40% provides an excellent cutting edge. Blade hardness 57-58 HRC. Ebony is a rare and luxurious wood that comes from the forests of Africa. Thanks to its beautiful density and rich black color. Chblack velvet sheath and wooden box.

Knife Specifications Opinel No. 08 Ellipse

• Blade length: 8.5 cm.
  Stainless steel: Sandvik 12C27M
• Blade hardness: 57-58 HRC
• Handle: ebony handle
• Made in France