Opinel no.08 locking knife, stainless steel

Opinel's classic No.8 folding knife, with safety ring to lock the blade in place once opened. With a beech handle, and slightly clipped Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel blade of 8cm. Opinel have been producing their iconic pocket knives in the Savoie region of France since 1890, and although the renowned locking ferrule was only introduced in 1955 in the years since the design has become the archetypal folding lock-knife. Possibly safer than more traditional sprung pocket knives their construction is also less complex, allowing for a rare marriage of quality and affordability. By electing to purchase this item you are confirming that you are over the age of 18, and that we may if in any doubt contact you prior to dispatch in order to verify this. Orders including any bladed items will incur an additional courier age verification charge and legally require delivery to persons aged 18 and over.