Opinel

Opinel – Traditional Folding Knives for Military and Leisure

The French brand company Opinel was founded in the late 19th century in Savoy and is one of the most traditional manufacturers of hunting and country knives. Not only in France has Opinel become a household name for a sharp short knife with a wooden handle, with the brand expanding its range of functional knives for decades.

Opinel Knives

To use the Opinel, simply fold the blade out of the sturdy wooden handle, facilitated by a small notch for the fingernail. With an integrated blade lock, the cutting edge remains securely in place during use, and no special sheath is needed for storage and transport after intentional folding.

In addition to the traditional short knife blade, variations of the Opinel with a saw are established. These allow for small woodworking tasks on the go or use as a knife for preparing or consuming meals on outdoor tours.

Questions and Answers about Opinel

- Originally, the Opinel was developed for French farm work, and even today, it remains an indispensable companion for millions of farmers and winemakers around the globe, performing all everyday cutting tasks precisely.

- The rotating safety ring, designed to prevent the knife from folding during use, was one of the absolute innovations in pocket knife manufacturing 100 years ago.