The Opinel N°08 Stainless is an incredibly versatile knife perfect for hiking, camping, DIY projects, fishing, and hunting. It comes with an alpine sheath featuring a loop and a leather lace, so it can accompany you anywhere. The stainless steel used in OPINEL blades is of an optimized grade. It offers high corrosion resistance and great mechanical performance. With a hardness of 55 - 57 HRC and of European origin, the blade is super sharp and highly resistant to abrasion. This means it can handle regular contact with hard materials like ceramics before needing to be sharpened again. Unlike carbon steel, stainless steel doesn't need special maintenance under normal use. However, it may have limitations when in long - term contact with aggressive environments such as acid, salt water, or detergent. The corrosion - resistant stainless steel blade is paired with a comfortable beech wood handle. The Virobloc security system locks the blade in both open and closed positions. The blade length is 8.5cm.
Using this Opinel knife is a breeze. For outdoor activities like hiking or camping, it can be used to cut ropes, prepare food, or even for small repairs. When doing DIY projects, it's great for cutting materials. To open the knife, simply hold the handle and use your thumb to slide the blade out. The Virobloc system will lock it in place. When you're done, push the blade back in and it will lock again for safe storage. Remember, although the stainless steel blade is corrosion - resistant, avoid leaving it in contact with acid, salt water, or detergent for a long time. After use, wipe it dry with a clean cloth. If the blade gets dull, you can sharpen it using a knife sharpener. Keep it in the provided sheath to protect the blade and prevent any accidental cuts.
