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Opinel NO.6

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Opinel NO.6
on: December 10, 2015, 08:11:38 PM
Really a stupid question, but you guys are used to that from me by now.

Want to get something for my dad that's thoughtful, I'm short of cash so I thought something with a little elbow grease added would still be thoughtful. My plan is to get an Opinel, sand, etch, and refinish the handle. Now the question.

I like dealing with Amazon, they have the NO. 6 for 11 bucks with free shipping. Is the 6 a reasonably useful size? I have and love the 8, didn't know if going to the 6 would be too much of a drop.




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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #3 on: December 10, 2015, 08:25:17 PM
I'm too lazy to take new ones, so here's some really crappy old side by side ones of a #6, #8 and a Charge. :D





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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #4 on: December 10, 2015, 08:26:35 PM
I'm too lazy to take new ones, so here's some really crappy old side by side ones of a #6, #8 and a Charge. :D

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Thanks! that doesn't seem to be a whole lot smaller.


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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #5 on: December 10, 2015, 08:27:16 PM
Having had the 6 I'd say it's fine.  I now have the 8 and like the size better.  The 7 might be a good in between size.  I guess, as we all say "depends" on what you think he'll use it for.

The hand finish is a great idea regardless of what size you choose. 
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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #6 on: December 10, 2015, 08:30:08 PM
I think the #6 is a really nice sized blade, but the back corner at the end of the knife digs into the hand a bit and needs sanding off. However, when you get a handle large enough that you don't need to do this, I feel the blade gets a little bit too long and also a little thin for it's length (unless you're using it as a steak knife). Depends on the tastes/preferences of the individual, but i think a #7 is about perfect if you're prepared to work on the handle  :salute:
« Last Edit: December 10, 2015, 08:31:34 PM by 50ft-trad »


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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #7 on: December 10, 2015, 08:31:33 PM
I'm too lazy to take new ones, so here's some really crappy old side by side ones of a #6, #8 and a Charge. :D

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Thanks! that doesn't seem to be a whole lot smaller.

Oh, you'll notice the difference in the hand.


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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #8 on: December 10, 2015, 08:39:53 PM
They actually have a 9 for 11.95. Honestly, chances are the knife will be more for looking nice than for heavy use. So really, which makes a better canvas for a skill-less artist. I might go with the 9.


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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #9 on: December 11, 2015, 10:00:37 AM
That's a nice gift idea Hizzle. I'm sure a 9 will be appreciated.

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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #10 on: December 11, 2015, 12:07:39 PM
I have a #6 and #8.  The #8 fills my hand better, due to the larger handle.  That being said, the #6 is a great EDC sized knife.

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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #11 on: December 11, 2015, 06:49:23 PM
Personally the 6 is my favorite Opinel.  Large enough to handle most jobs, small enough to not be too bulky in the pocket.
There's no such thing as "Too pretty to carry".  There's only "Too pretty NOT to carry"...... >:D


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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #12 on: December 11, 2015, 06:52:41 PM
Personally the 6 is my favorite Opinel.  Large enough to handle most jobs, small enough to not be too bulky in the pocket.

Me too Tom  :tu: i remove the ring to make it uk legal  :tu:


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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #13 on: December 11, 2015, 08:32:20 PM
So.... you guys on this site typically hate people posting pictures of mods they do right?


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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #14 on: December 11, 2015, 08:42:19 PM
So.... you guys on this site typically hate people posting pictures of mods they do right?

Why, which Mod have you done Hizzle? Def? Zoidberg?, come on - spill the beans.
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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #15 on: December 11, 2015, 08:51:43 PM
So.... you guys on this site typically hate people posting pictures of mods they do right?

Why, which Mod have you done Hizzle? Def? Zoidberg?, come on - spill the beans.

Well you know I can't kiss and tell......


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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #16 on: December 12, 2015, 09:23:42 PM
So.... you guys on this site typically hate people posting pictures of mods they do right?

Why, which Mod have you done Hizzle? Def? Zoidberg?, come on - spill the beans.

Well you know I can't kiss and tell......

Pretty sure it wasn't me, though I was knocked out by pain meds Wednesday-Friday....
There's no such thing as "Too pretty to carry".  There's only "Too pretty NOT to carry"...... >:D


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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #17 on: December 14, 2015, 10:01:20 AM
So.... you guys on this site typically hate people posting pictures of mods they do right?

Why, which Mod have you done Hizzle? Def? Zoidberg?, come on - spill the beans.

Well you know I can't kiss and tell......

Pretty sure it wasn't me, though I was knocked out by pain meds Wednesday-Friday....

We have a winner! At least Hizzle didn't have to travel out of the country.
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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #18 on: December 14, 2015, 02:13:33 PM
So.... you guys on this site typically hate people posting pictures of mods they do right?

Why, which Mod have you done Hizzle? Def? Zoidberg?, come on - spill the beans.

Well you know I can't kiss and tell......

Pretty sure it wasn't me, though I was knocked out by pain meds Wednesday-Friday....

We have a winner! At least Hizzle didn't have to travel out of the country.

You're next!


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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #19 on: December 14, 2015, 05:51:00 PM
LOL!
Nate

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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #20 on: December 14, 2015, 07:31:04 PM
LOL!

Poor DTT came here for a thread on sensible French knives


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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #21 on: December 14, 2015, 07:38:32 PM
To me 6 is too far into the toy-knife category.
I find 7 good for small hands, 8 for medium hands, 9 for large hands.
I'd not cheapen out for a few pennies...
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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #22 on: December 14, 2015, 07:55:05 PM
I have a regular #8, an apple green #7 and a bubinga #6.

The #7 gets the most use. The #6 is great because of the look and feel but is kinda small for some tasks. The #8 doesn't get much use because the #7 handles the regular kitchen chores perfectly.

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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #23 on: December 14, 2015, 09:02:46 PM

Oh, you'll notice the difference in the hand.

That's what she said.


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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #24 on: December 15, 2015, 08:38:29 AM
Here's some of mine top #8-6-5  :tu:


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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #25 on: December 15, 2015, 11:20:44 AM
What's the black handle and the dots?
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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #26 on: December 15, 2015, 12:37:30 PM
What's the black handle and the dots?


Drilled holes and filled with coloured resin,but didnt like it so painted the handles black,plus there is a pocket clip on the other side  :tu:


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Re: Opinel NO.6
Reply #27 on: December 16, 2015, 02:04:52 AM
FWIW, I have the 6, and it does everything I have ever asked of, disappears into the pocket, and is otherwise a pleasure.

I probably would not carry it if it was much bigger.
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