i thought neil sold the ones he had for sale :think: what # are they :D
i thought neil sold the ones he had for sale :think: what # are they :D
You have too many :twak: >:D
Want me to send you some sand paper yet? :D :D :D
I like Opinels but I'm always perturbed at how they come about. Some of you may already know this but they're actually harvested from the bones of French giants :-\
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/opinels.jpg)
I like Opinels but I'm always perturbed at how they come about. Some of you may already know this but they're actually harvested from the bones of French giants :-\
(http://i303.photobucket.com/albums/nn153/NKB_Pocket_Tools/opinels.jpg)
Never had one of these.
Do have the tacticool Cold Steel Twistmaster tho.
How does that locking mechanism work? ??? The collar twists up?
Oh God I have to wait t'ill friday, how will I survive!
I'm such an addict!
Are you sure you aren't thinking about the Peasant Knife, GG? I don't think Opinel (the company itself) has non-wood handle Opinel knives? :think:
Nope... ;) I know they make a plastic one, just have to find it. :think:
http://www.opiknife.com/products.asp?cat=Opinel+Color+Handles (http://www.opiknife.com/products.asp?cat=Opinel+Color+Handles)
I knew I had seen some somewhere....
I need to get a stainless stell one, the Carbon steel ones I have are not really suitable, in my opinion, for cutting food.
http://www.opiknife.com/products.asp?cat=Opinel+Color+Handles (http://www.opiknife.com/products.asp?cat=Opinel+Color+Handles)
I knew I had seen some somewhere....
I need to get a stainless stell one, the Carbon steel ones I have are not really suitable, in my opinion, for cutting food.
this is why i got the SS version dks for in the kitchen :D
arnt they wood painted :think:
Nope... ;) I know they make a plastic one, just have to find it. :think:
please post a link GG when you find it because ive done a study on them over the last few weeks and checked lots of info on the net and not seen any plastic models yet :tu:
Nope... ;) I know they make a plastic one, just have to find it. :think:
please post a link GG when you find it because ive done a study on them over the last few weeks and checked lots of info on the net and not seen any plastic models yet :tu:
im sure these are wood painted as i dont think they ever made plastic ones, they stay pretty traditional :D
im sure these are wood painted as i dont think they ever made plastic ones, they stay pretty traditional :D
You need to look around more! ;)
im sure these are wood painted as i dont think they ever made plastic ones, they stay pretty traditional :D
You need to look around more! ;)
:D ive sen that carbon version but not plastic yet, that one is very nice :drool:
im sure these are wood painted as i dont think they ever made plastic ones, they stay pretty traditional :D
You need to look around more! ;)
:D ive sen that carbon version but not plastic yet, that one is very nice :drool:
Oh brother, now we're splitting hairs! ::) I don't think I'll ever understand you Brits!! :rofl: :rofl:
Yep I want a Twistmaster now :ahhh
@ Zed,
That's taken a few sharp edges off Mate :tu:
You still need one of these
>:D
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Wow that carbon fiber Opi is beauty... If it only have damascus blade, than it would be :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
Wow that carbon fiber Opi is beauty... If it only have damascus blade, than it would be :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
i agree mate, although i cant see opinel doing something so flash :-\ would be a thing of beauty though
Wow that carbon fiber Opi is beauty... If it only have damascus blade, than it would be :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
i agree mate, although i cant see opinel doing something so flash :-\ would be a thing of beauty though
Well they could do some sprint run, or something like that, but I reckon price would be trough the roof!! :o
Wow that carbon fiber Opi is beauty... If it only have damascus blade, than it would be :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
i agree mate, although i cant see opinel doing something so flash :-\ would be a thing of beauty though
Well they could do some sprint run, or something like that, but I reckon price would be trough the roof!! :o
I know collectors would buy them mate even if they was not cheap, i would love to see one in damascus with a horn handle :drool:
Wow that carbon fiber Opi is beauty... If it only have damascus blade, than it would be :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
i agree mate, although i cant see opinel doing something so flash :-\ would be a thing of beauty though
Well they could do some sprint run, or something like that, but I reckon price would be trough the roof!! :o
I know collectors would buy them mate even if they was not cheap, i would love to see one in damascus with a horn handle :drool:
Yep I know, but I think they shouldn't make it... It would make us very jelaous :D :D :D
Horn would be nice too, but IMHO combination carbon fiber - damascus would be somewhat high tech to traditional knife... :think: :think:
Wow that carbon fiber Opi is beauty... If it only have damascus blade, than it would be :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
i agree mate, although i cant see opinel doing something so flash :-\ would be a thing of beauty though
Well they could do some sprint run, or something like that, but I reckon price would be trough the roof!! :o
I know collectors would buy them mate even if they was not cheap, i would love to see one in damascus with a horn handle :drool:
Yep I know, but I think they shouldn't make it... It would make us very jelaous :D :D :D
Horn would be nice too, but IMHO combination carbon fiber - damascus would be somewhat high tech to traditional knife... :think: :think:
yeah they do have there tradition to hold onto :D these arnt hightec knives, pretty basic but very cool :tu: and almost elegant :D
Wow that carbon fiber Opi is beauty... If it only have damascus blade, than it would be :drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:
i agree mate, although i cant see opinel doing something so flash :-\ would be a thing of beauty though
Well they could do some sprint run, or something like that, but I reckon price would be trough the roof!! :o
I know collectors would buy them mate even if they was not cheap, i would love to see one in damascus with a horn handle :drool:
Yep I know, but I think they shouldn't make it... It would make us very jelaous :D :D :D
Horn would be nice too, but IMHO combination carbon fiber - damascus would be somewhat high tech to traditional knife... :think: :think:
yeah they do have there tradition to hold onto :D these arnt hightec knives, pretty basic but very cool :tu: and almost elegant :D
I agree... When you just take a look at it, and it's simplicity... There is no other word that can come on mind then genius!! Pure genius!
Opiemods (http://fc08.deviantart.net/fs19/f/2007/226/5/0/Double_Thrust_by_phillyzero.gif)
Two bladed No.8 and a carbon steel blade swap in a No.8 Olivewood handle.
:drool: they are cool, great idea, i did see a mod with a custom handle with a saw the other end, but after seeing yours i guess you could keep the saw thae same way :tu:
:drool: they are cool, great idea, i did see a mod with a custom handle with a saw the other end, but after seeing yours i guess you could keep the saw thae same way :tu:
The folding saw shares the same size Virobloc ring with the No.12 knife. I've been thinking of doing a double blade setup with those. The downside might be handling comfort though.
Here's something that may be of interest using a No.12 - Creating a Folding Bushcraft Knife (http://www.woodsmonkey.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=494:creating-a-folding-bushcraft-knife&catid=41:how-to-articles&Itemid=63)
:rofl:
:pok: Have you got one with the mushroom brush yet Spork? >:D
:D :cheers:
You know I'm just teasing ;)
But I do love my Opinal :tu:
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/Svords%20and%20Friction%20folders/230910066.jpg)
You know I'm just teasing ;)
But I do love my Opinal :tu:
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/Svords%20and%20Friction%20folders/230910066.jpg)
I know mate :D it is one fugly knife though :D not a handsome chap like yours :tu: its like a ugly bearded bold biker :rofl:
:rofl:
:pok: Have you got one with the mushroom brush yet Spork? >:D
:D :cheers:
:-\ they are a bit yuk looking tony :D :ahhh i bet i get one though in the end :rofl:
The No.12 is ginormous! :ahhh
The No.12 is ginormous! :ahhh
yes my next one :D but if you think that is big have you seen the #13 :o :ahhh
The No.12 is ginormous! :ahhh
yes my next one :D but if you think that is big have you seen the #13 :o :ahhh
What number do they go up to?
The No.12 is ginormous! :ahhh
yes my next one :D but if you think that is big have you seen the #13 :o :ahhh
What number do they go up to?
#13 . they stopped making #1 in 1932 and #11 in 1935 so it #2#3#4#5#6#7#8#9#10#12#13 :D i just need 9-10-12 now the 13 is a bit pricey for me and will never get any use, 2-5 are non locking opinels just like they all was before 1955 :tu:
The No.12 is ginormous! :ahhh
yes my next one :D but if you think that is big have you seen the #13 :o :ahhh
What number do they go up to?
#13 . they stopped making #1 in 1932 and #11 in 1935 so it #2#3#4#5#6#7#8#9#10#12#13 :D i just need 9-10-12 now the 13 is a bit pricey for me and will never get any use, 2-5 are non locking opinels just like they all was before 1955 :tu:
Great you gave me the details. Now I will most likely have to have 2 of each. :ahhh
I was wondering why there was no No11 :P
This is where I ordered mine - Opiknife (http://www.opiknife.com/) - I think they show the complete line.
Opi madness! :ahhh :D
Opinel No13 Outdoor Test (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mz6KHl5HbNk#ws)
Opi madness! :ahhh :D
Opinel No13 Outdoor Test (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mz6KHl5HbNk#ws)
Opi madness! :ahhh :D
Opinel No13 Outdoor Test (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mz6KHl5HbNk#ws)
Holy crap that Opinel is HUGE....... :ahhh
I have wanted a Opi for quite awhile & had put off getting one till latter in the year.
But I got a surprise package from a good buddy today & this is what was in the parcel 8) 8) 8).
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/Opinel/S6305766-1.jpg)
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/Opinel/S6305769-1.jpg)
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/Opinel/S6305767-1.jpg)
No.7 & 8 Opinels , they feel great in hand , they have taken a wicked edge , the ring lock is a marvel of simplicity & the lock up is impressively tight 8) 8) 8).
So thanks a heap Tony/Sparky :salute: :salute: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
I can see my Opinel collection growing ::) :D :D :D
The No.12 is ginormous! :ahhh
yes my next one :D but if you think that is big have you seen the #13 :o :ahhh
What number do they go up to?
#13 . they stopped making #1 in 1932 and #11 in 1935 so it #2#3#4#5#6#7#8#9#10#12#13 :D i just need 9-10-12 now the 13 is a bit pricey for me and will never get any use, 2-5 are non locking opinels just like they all was before 1955 :tu:
I have wanted a Opi for quite awhile & had put off getting one till latter in the year.
But I got a surprise package from a good buddy today & this is what was in the parcel 8) 8) 8).
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/Opinel/S6305766-1.jpg)
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/Opinel/S6305769-1.jpg)
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/Opinel/S6305767-1.jpg)
No.7 & 8 Opinels , they feel great in hand , they have taken a wicked edge , the ring lock is a marvel of simplicity & the lock up is impressively tight 8) 8) 8).
So thanks a heap Tony/Sparky :salute: :salute: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
I can see my Opinel collection growing ::) :D :D :D
The No.12 is ginormous! :ahhh
yes my next one :D but if you think that is big have you seen the #13 :o :ahhh
What number do they go up to?
#13 . they stopped making #1 in 1932 and #11 in 1935 so it #2#3#4#5#6#7#8#9#10#12#13 :D i just need 9-10-12 now the 13 is a bit pricey for me and will never get any use, 2-5 are non locking opinels just like they all was before 1955 :tu:
I have no.2 and always wondered just how small no.1 would be. I didn't realise it wasn't made any more.
No.13 is a bloody sword :ahhh
And Mat, be careful. Those carbon blades take a wicked edge and can catch you off guard... don't ask how I know :-[
7 & 10 carbon :angel:
(http://img828.imageshack.us/img828/5152/opinel.jpg)
(http://i53.tinypic.com/302mgqr.jpg)
No. 112s in red, yellow, green, and blue. :D I sincerely hope I'm not missing any colors. :/
[Edit: Gah, there are pastel colors, too, and a plain one, as well. ._. You know what, I'll be happy with just these eight - two of each color. :D]
The one I use the most ATM is my stainless No6.
That's a nice photo Zed.
Although at first I thought it was a Gigantonormous Opie and normal size tomatoes :ahhh
The No12 is big, but it's a lot more sensible than the No13. :)
I'd carry one in my front pocket to impress the ladies... (http://fc27.deviantart.com/fs13/f/2007/039/3/c/_grindance__by_GrinEmotes.gif)
Here you go Paul, a No4 next to a No12. Not ridiculously large, is it? :think:
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/Knives/087.jpg)
I use mine mostly for food, carbon steel just needs a bit more care. The bigger issue, mentioned by 50-trad is the wood handles getting wet and swelling up, making it difficult to open. the handles can be cured apparently with a mixture of turpentine and linseed oil. Someone who really knows what they are talking about should interrupt me here... :D
I had a stupid idea for an OHO Opinel that I'd like to share - I wonder if you think its possible. The OHO bit would be a spyder hole, and as you move the blade out an extra part of the back of the blade would engage with the lock, turning the lock into place as the blade is opened. Actually its sounding rather impossible now. ::)
Got this at a show yesterday. I wanted a SS one and it was only slightly more expensive than the standard No8. Now I am worried about scratching it.... and want the rest of the set.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/0c280ca6.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/c4b5c79f.jpg)
and with a 9 and a 12 (Carbon steel)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/11e34c02.jpg)
They also had these, with bone handles, for those that want something different.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/b2087a9e.jpg)
Got this at a show yesterday. I wanted a SS one and it was only slightly more expensive than the standard No8. Now I am worried about scratching it.... and want the rest of the set.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/0c280ca6.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/c4b5c79f.jpg)
and with a 9 and a 12 (Carbon steel)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/11e34c02.jpg)
They also had these, with bone handles, for those that want something different.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/b2087a9e.jpg)
I should not complain then; they should have cost nearly 140 Euros here, the way cost in dollars becomes cost in Euros with most things.
For that money Zed you can buy a whole set of engraved wooden ones.
Good to hear people like these cataloques :salute:
You must have been busy using your knives lately Zed, I have not seen you post anything about knives lately. If you want I can email you larger pictures of the cataloque (5Mb) to print/look at; just send me PM with an email address.
My opinels are still untouched and pure...
All this talk got me interested again so I went and got a couple of new Opinels.
The first one is a fancy, for me, No'8 with a polished SS blade and rosewood handle, which I doubt I will ever use.
It came in a nice presentation box with a small velevet bag in it.
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/694f77bb.jpg)
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/6e0d7103.jpg)
The second was a Slim No'12 with a brushed SS blade and the standard Beech handle.
This one I really want to actually use. The blade is very flexible, like a fillet knife but feels robust enough. I resisted the temptation to get it with a polished blade and fancier handle (and about 30% more money), so that I will not feel sorry for it.
Together...
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/24471d84.jpg)
I'm just the same, that's why I mostly carry my (second hand repaired and rescaled by me) beater Spartan and quite often use my cheap torches instead of my nicer ones
And why my Opie has not left the house since I tidied it up a bit ::)
:D
I etched the blade on my No.8 then threw it in the tumbler for 20 mins or so then sharpened it back up. Here is the results.
(http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee58/primeLM/016-24.jpg)
(http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee58/primeLM/019-21.jpg)
(http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee58/primeLM/014-27.jpg)
those No2's look TINY! Very cute though. :D
those No2's look TINY! Very cute though. :D
very nice mate, i keep my #2 in my pack as a extra blade option, i need one of those keyring ones now :ahhh :DThe interesting thing was that their price was the same with or without the keyring. I will say farewell to them soon.. .
very nice mate, i keep my #2 in my pack as a extra blade option, i need one of those keyring ones now :ahhh :DThe interesting thing was that their price was the same with or without the keyring. I will say farewell to them soon.. .
:(
very nice mate, i keep my #2 in my pack as a extra blade option, i need one of those keyring ones now :ahhh :DThe interesting thing was that their price was the same with or without the keyring. I will say farewell to them soon.. .
:(
Why farewell mate :-\
very nice mate, i keep my #2 in my pack as a extra blade option, i need one of those keyring ones now :ahhh :DThe interesting thing was that their price was the same with or without the keyring. I will say farewell to them soon.. .
:(
Why farewell mate :-\
They are to be given as presents / stockingfillers tomorrow! (http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/ee284/tammy_61/477.gif)
very nice mate, i keep my #2 in my pack as a extra blade option, i need one of those keyring ones now :ahhh :DThe interesting thing was that their price was the same with or without the keyring. I will say farewell to them soon.. .
:(
Why farewell mate :-\
They are to be given as presents / stockingfillers tomorrow! (http://i234.photobucket.com/albums/ee284/tammy_61/477.gif)
:pok: No battoning, no stabbing car doors, no spine whacking… What is the point of this video review? ???
Looking at it, though the handle looks tactical it means nothing without a 5mm BO blade and one hand opening… :o
What were they thinking? ???
:rofl:
I bought their knives before I saw any of their advertising not because of it.
I have seen some of it now and I find it entertaining.
Whether the company owner is overweight or shouts a lot etc. is not really a factor in any of my knife buying (I am not going to date him :D ).
I have not met any of the knive companies managers, nor do I especially want to, so I have no idea what they are like, I just look at their knives.
Some of the cold steel products look good to me , some do not as with all the knife companies but I do not lose sleep loving or hating a company.
Just in case you chaps don't know, but Cold Steel did do a Opinelrip-offtribute. :D
Just in case you chaps don't know, but Cold Steel did do a Opinelrip-offtribute. :D
Cold Steel Classics: Twistmaster Drop Point (Carbon V) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ksLF8pU6J8#ws)
i just ordered my first opinel...a # 8 carbon :D
now to watch the mailbox :drool:
Here are my two Opinels (for the moment :) ), a stainless #6 and a carbon #7.
(http://i1102.photobucket.com/albums/g448/Jerseydevil379/opinels.jpg)
The #7's handle has been sanded, re-stained, and given two coats of low luster acrylic polyurethane. I got bored at work one day..... The #6 is becoming a favorite work knife, light and simple, takes a nice edge, and if I kill it, I'll just get another one! Actually, even if I don't kill it, I'm still getting another......
That looks good Paul :tu: What did you use?
That looks good Paul :tu: What did you use?
cheers mate, i used black boot polish :D read it on the net, seems to of given it a nice aged look i was after, :tu:
That looks good Paul :tu: What did you use?
cheers mate, i used black boot polish :D read it on the net, seems to of given it a nice aged look i was after, :tu:
:o It look great :tu:
that does look good mate. :cheers:
just got my # 8 carbon in the mail today. I like it. Think i'm gonna drill a lanyard hole in it tomorrow.
:mail: :D
Sure is a lot to learn here. Never seen anything like this.Like what ??
"Like what ??"
The folding knife with the ice pick handle.
"Like what ??"
The folding knife with the ice pick handle.
Wich one ??
What is the (folding knife with the ice pick handle) ??
"Like what ??"
The folding knife with the ice pick handle.
Wich one ??
The whole bloody batch of them lol.
NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS
OPINEL finally makes a new model. It is a partially serrated outdoor knife, OHO, with a plastic handle and integrated whistle. Presented on the IWA 2012 in Nuremberg, Germany.
NEWS NEWS NEWS NEWS
OPINEL finally makes a new model. It is a partially serrated outdoor knife, OHO, with a plastic handle and integrated whistle. Presented on the IWA 2012 in Nuremberg, Germany.
:pok: Where have you been?? :D
http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,35742.0.html (http://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,35742.0.html)
At Nuremberg playing with stuff like that :D
At Nuremberg playing with stuff like that :D
Nobody has had a play with them yet, so if you have then let us know what they are like. :tu:
A nice little review of wooden handled Opies :tu:
Knife review: Opinels - an overview of these affordable classics (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m76F0IozJ3Q#)
When the plastic ones will release ??
Will there be any other sizes ?? , I have a wooden #8 but i prefer to get a plastic #6 .
And , will it be realy OHO ??
We are out of Rams around here just a few nervous looking sheep >:D:pok: You are not Welsh, are you?? ???
The No12 is a big old knife. 8) Still not heavy mind you, but a good size. :)
The No12 is a big old knife. 8) Still not heavy mind you, but a good size. :)
its the next and last opinel on my list Gareth :tu:
The No12 is a big old knife. 8) Still not heavy mind you, but a good size. :)
its the next and last opinel on my list Gareth :tu:
:whistle:
:D
:o Shiny :drool:
:o Shiny :drool:
:D and my not so shinny #4 love this size opie, i sold my 5-6 a while back but have these on the way but seem lost in the post to me :-\ i might go down to my local hardware store friday as get payed and buy another #6 as like its size and virobloc :tu:
(http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff428/zed1970/P1010066-2.jpg)
:o Shiny :drool:
:D and my not so shinny #4 love this size opie, i sold my 5-6 a while back but have these on the way but seem lost in the post to me :-\ i might go down to my local hardware store friday as get payed and buy another #6 as like its size and virobloc :tu:
(http://i1235.photobucket.com/albums/ff428/zed1970/P1010066-2.jpg)
here you go Zed, problem solved.
(http://www.flowerhour.co.uk/Silver-Spray-Paint_0_0_3INB4.jpg)
;)
Here's mine. It took a while to fall in love with that thing but now it's in daily use. It doesn't look too sharp but it is.
(http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/4558/opinelf.jpg) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/12/opinelf.jpg/)
What size is it mate #8-12 ? like the handle :tu:
What size is it mate #8-12 ? like the handle :tu:
Thanks - it's #9 and handle smells like old wooden ship, tar and pitch. :)
This thread needed a bump
I doubled my Opie collection at the weekend :D
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/stuff/Opies_zps64baf4c7.jpg)
A No10 and No7
:D... when i got my first Opinel in June, i got a soft wack at post office.
:twak: "young man....you never to import this again....ok..." that's the end of my Opinel infatuation.. 3 inch makes alot of difference.. :D
i got my BM minigrip in without questions tho... ::) hows the difference in intepretation..
Yeoch; excellent job on it. :)
I miss my Opi knife!! :-\
DKS,
Thats a classy looking Opi Mate :tu:
Best reason :salute:
I scanned thru 13 pages of this thread and never saw this Opinel.(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/01/07/azavarab.jpg)
First time I saw this was yesterday at my friends shop in her order book.
Thanks to a very kind member of this forum I am the new proud owner of a no. 8. First use was just moments ago to cut a slit in my cigar after church :think: :tu:
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Found these links on BF:
History of Opinel and materials used
http://www.aceros-de-hispania.com/opinel-pocket-knives.htm
Markings on Opinels (in Fernch)
http://fpanda.free.fr/musee/musee.html
I've been on these in the past
I've been on these in the past
Why am I not surprised? :rofl:
Yes, the dates would have been nice. I assume they are in some sort of order, up to down or left to right...
I decided to refinish the handle on my #6. I sanded it down, gave it a coat of prestain to prevent any blotchy spots, and two coats of a heavy-bodied wiping stain. After it was dry, three coats of acrylic polyurethane finished it up. Came out pretty nice IMO. :tu:
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The blade is starting to pick up a nice bit of patina, it's being used pretty heavily at work and at home on all sorts of things.
Looking good mate :tu: :tu: will the acrylic polyurethane coating make the handle water proof & provide a bit protection from some rough & tumble :think: :think:
Looking good mate :tu: :tu: will the acrylic polyurethane coating make the handle water proof & provide a bit protection from some rough & tumble :think: :think:
Yes it will Mat. :tu: The trick is to use the right product, give it enough coats, and let it cure fully before using it. It sat for 5 days after the last coat of poly to let it harden fully. Just because it's dry to the touch doesn't mean it's good to go. Acrylic topcoats like that generally need more coats than a similar oil to be as tough. And the stuff I used is floor-rated, I've seen it used on the wood floors of school gyms. And if you don't already know, yes, I sell all this for a living. ;)
Tom is the man for anything paint or stain related. A degree in history makes you a better paint salesman I'm told. :whistle:
I've owned five Opinels so far and none of them have had any play at all. For such an inexpensive knife that's a bit amazing to me. I've had Case and other slipjoints that have had horrible play at times.
i've read that the wood can dry out depending on where they are stored and cause the blade play.
one trick i read was to file a little but of the blade tang so that the locking ring can twist a little further.
hoping someone has an easy answer for me.
I can't stand blade play
You can remove most newer opies rings by opening the blade while the ring is in the closed locked position. :tu: i also use my anvil to tap the pin to tighten things up :tu:
Not feeling the love for Opinels.Your not the only, what's so special? It's a round wood handle knife? Every time I see one all I think of is working on insulated duckboard.. JR
What am I missing?
Not feeling the love for Opinels.
What am I missing?
Very pretty!¡! I love the handle!¡! :tu:
Very pretty!¡! I love the handle!¡! :tu:
Not feeling the love for Opinels.
What am I missing?
Owning one :think:
Absolutely :tu: Simplicity, high performance for almost no cost, tradition and heritage. Beauty in simplicity. Give me one of those over a back locking, micro chipping steeled, tactifool tanto jobbie anyday :D :D
Many people, since 1890, are fanatics of OPINEL, because of its reliability and simplicity.
Known or unknown, artists and craftsmen, adventurers or just walkers, for every body, to have an OPINEL is not ordinary: it is a way of life and genuineness.
So, Pablo PICASSO used it to carve little stones like women's profiles and heads of bull...
In 1959 it saves Pierre PAQUET's life, mountain guide, Roger FRISONROCHE had it always in his pocket, even in Paris ...
In 1986 it is again thanks to the OPINEL that Alain COLAS, the famous navigator, could release his leg and save his own life. Eric TABARLY declared to be a supporter of the "crowned hand"...
In 1986 the knife is the faithful companion of Jean-Louis ETIENNE, during his expedition to the pole...
The most famous names of French cooking consider the OPINEL as being an object that never leaves their pocket...
The OPINEL, it is also an object that symbolizes an atmosphere, a way of life which has inspired every kind of literature (novels, adventure stories, detective novels, essays) and so many famous writers...
The first article about OPINEL has been published in 1913 and from this moment, a lot of others have been counted in France and all over the world (Japan , Russia , and United States)...
In 1985, the VICTORIA and ALBERT MUSEUM of London selects the OPINEL to appear in the “The Good Design Guide", an anthology of the 100 most beautiful objects in the world.
OPINEL has been quoted in the catalogue of the Modern Art Museum of New York. It is known in the United States as the French Country Knife...
In 1989, the OPINEL is listed into LE LAROUSSE among the registered names. it is officially part of the French heritage...
I also didn't see what the big deal about Opinels was, until I got my hands on one. I'm a fan of carrying a traditional slipjoint every day for use around customers and people that might not appreciate an AO Kershaw being snapped open to make a quick cut in something. I've found that the Opinel is quite public-friendly, usually my #5 or #6. There is just something about the simplicity as well. Both of the Opies I have right now are carbon steel, take a beautiful edge, and the patina is coming along nicely on them as well. :tu: For the money it's hard to think of a lighter, sharper package that has the simple elegance of an Opinel.
I want one with Jessica Rabbit in my hand :D
I want one with Jessica Rabbit in my hand :D
+1
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As one who doesn't grok the phrase "leave well enough alone" I had to pull it apart, polish the blade and sand that horrid varnish off and oil the wood... and all before 07:30 this morning.
Very nice NNR! You planning on carrying it in you edc?
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great looking Opinel NNR and even better color ( I have the same one ) it was my first opinel. I wasn't that into blades either as my SAKs and MTs sufficed, until I got a real blade and well I have acquired a few since. they are very handy and I use my green opinel for food solely. I think you will enjoy that blade very much as it is simple and very light as you know. what a great slicing knife too that also for me disappears into my pocket beside my wallet.
Beautiful classy knives and the carbon gets razor sharp..however,, not heavy duty at all. I bought a dozen for 106 on ebay in 6,7, and 8. Ive given several away as gifts but only used my number8 this week to make woodchips for my smoker.
I put a very tiny nick/chip on the blade with hardwood. I sharpened with my diamond rod to take down the chip and finished with my arkansas stone(s) white and black. My number 8 is now razor sharp but Im afraid to use it for heavy work for fear of damaging the blade. Maybe they are just good for cheese and grapes after all.
Beautiful classy knives and the carbon gets razor sharp..however,, not heavy duty at all. I bought a dozen for 106 on ebay in 6,7, and 8. Ive given several away as gifts but only used my number8 this week to make woodchips for my smoker.
I put a very tiny nick/chip on the blade with hardwood. I sharpened with my diamond rod to take down the chip and finished with my arkansas stone(s) white and black. My number 8 is now razor sharp but Im afraid to use it for heavy work for fear of damaging the blade. Maybe they are just good for cheese and grapes after all.
Personally I'd still use them with confidence on a lot more than grapes and cheese. :D Is there a danger of damaging the blade on hard woods? Yes, I guess there is, but given the low cost of the knife in the first place is it really the end of the world if it takes a little damage every-so-often?
Can you believe it's been in my pocket for several days already, but I haven't used it even once yet :D :facepalm:You are not trying hard enough. Lol.
Just not yourself.:))
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Just not yourself.:))
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Sadly, this is what I do best :D :D :D To be honest, I'm "afraid" to make it wet & dirty(omg how this sounds) .. I mean I've heard I shouldn't wash the handle ... and I'm afraid not to make it dirty and need to use water.... lol and spoil it.
Pics.......lmaoJust not yourself.:))
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Sadly, this is what I do best :D :D :D To be honest, I'm "afraid" to make it wet & dirty(omg how this sounds) .. I mean I've heard I shouldn't wash the handle ... and I'm afraid not to make it dirty and need to use water.... lol and spoil it.
My Opinel is camera shy ... :D
Not with the new Google censorship rules you won't! :D
Not with the new Google censorship rules you won't! :D
:rofl:
Not with the new Google censorship rules you won't! :DDamn, I wanted pics.
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Now you and your Opinels in the shower... may be a little difficult to tell what exactly is an Opinel and what not, but okay, you give the picture, I'll try to differentiate between the stuff in the shower..
:D
:D :D
This topic is going in the wrong direction :D :D :facepalm:
But, indeed, someone very smart invented the Opinels' cm. numbers... to match different guys maybe :think:
>:D :angel:
:rofl: its amazing how fast these posts go down hill :facepalm:
Chameleon :D
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Thanks:D
As for the colour... lol, I thought I'd answered this question, but apparently I haven't... :D well, there were only purple, orange and this green one :D But I'm not doing it soon... I'm gonna buy a flashlight :D lol
On a side note, has anyone done or seen any OHO mods on Opinels?
I bought a thumb stud for one of my No6 or 7s and was wondering how much wood I'd have to sacrifice???
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No they do still fit the small Opinels too :)
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Chameleon :D
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/19092013534_zpsddcec8d0.jpg) (http://s246.photobucket.com/user/nikoleta_rangelova/media/19092013534_zpsddcec8d0.jpg.html)
I like Opinels but I'm always perturbed at how they come about. Some of you may already know this but they're actually harvested from the bones of French giants :-\
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Well thanks to this thread I found myself putting my SS No6 in my pocket this morning. ::) Yes, I really am that easy to influence. :)
Well thanks to this thread I found myself putting my SS No6 in my pocket this morning. ::) Yes, I really am that easy to influence. :)
Giveaway... Giveaway... Giveaway... Giveaway...
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Get ready fast. Mushroom season is here already for some time. :ahhh
Very cool Opie though. I've been considering getting one myself.
Good catch! :tu:
that #13 blade is nearly the size of the #12. what will the #13 be used for?
:duel:
Danny Trejo wants the 13 :D
that's very impressive especially since we are talking folding knife. that dude has a serious mustache to go with that serious opinel
looks girly :D
Microbe
Nice pictures, the black one is rather sexy :drool:
Microbe
Nice pictures, the black one is rather sexy :drool:
Microbe
Nice pictures, the black one is rather sexy :drool:
The anniversary one was 22Euro and the fillet knife 24. The sales lady was very sweet too.
some opinels arrive a bit saturated (the wood), if they have been stored in moist conditions. Usually they will loosen up if you let them dry for a few days.
Green No.7 arrived today, pics will follow as soon as the Orange Outdoor No.8 arrives :D
First impressions: The blade action is rather stiff, so is the virobloc lock, I'm sure they will loosen up a bit... The blade is quite sharp, hoping I won't cut myself working with it ;)
All in all, I like it :tu:
Very colourful. :D
Very colourful. :D
Harder to lose them... :D And i tend to like bright colors, especially green and orange :facepalm:
Very colourful. :D
Harder to lose them... :D And i tend to like bright colors, especially green and orange :facepalm:
Absolutely mate. :tu: I've never quite got the idea of having gear that hides itself if you drop it. :whistle:
This one is beautifull but also very expensive. I'd be affraid to use it and dull the blade and then couldn't sharpen it properly...
:facepalm:
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It works!
Review:
The corkscrew is huge but it has a sharp point. It goes in fine but as you go past the half-way point you start to need a lot of force to screw it in (maybe half-way is enough). I was worried that the tool will get damaged but it survived OK (imagine if a French, top brand, corkscrew was unable to open a bottle of wine... :facepalm: ). The large, size 10, handle helps a lot.
At some point the cork (natural cork material) started turning, slowly... I continued and managed to get most of the corkscrew in.
The cork came out reasonably easy.
Summarising I would say that the corkscrew could have been made both thinner and shorter whilst still being able to do its job.
What type of Opinel is this? http://www.ebay.com/itm/121223740307?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
(http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee484/jladks/toys/IMG_20131231_103656.jpg)
Now,that's a 'shroom! Watch out for Italian plumbers :rofl:
Make sure it doesn't taste funny.Now,that's a 'shroom! Watch out for Italian plumbers :rofl:
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I really need to practice with the pyrograph!(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/04/e6a7evy7.jpg)
kkokkolis that's a lovely Opinel. The man symbol is perhaps a woman with a peace symbol and possible medical symbol as well. In any case very nice designs on a fantastic knife.
kkokkolis that's a lovely Opinel. The man symbol is perhaps a woman with a peace symbol and possible medical symbol as well. In any case very nice designs on a fantastic knife.
I fully agree that is some very nice branding, but I fail to see any woman in it? Does it have a meaning or just decorative?
Thank you all.
Yes, it has a meaning. The four symbols are Linear B Syllabic Script,the first known script Greeks used to write their language, starting form 1450 BC. Several hundred years later they used the Phoinician Alphabet and added vowels for the first time, producing the first real alphabet, from which the Latin and Cyrillic (Slavic) alphabets are derived. So, it is for us what runes are for Northen Europeans.
Every "letter" stands for a syllabe.
The "wheel" is KA
The vertical line with three short horizontals is TE
The "woman" is PI (pronounched Rhi)
The Y with two short horizontals is NA
KATEPINA (KATERINA= Catherine) is the name of my wife.
The spiral is a symbol of our relationsip for almost 30 years now, ever evolving.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linear_B
Just used a No7 inox as a steak knife. It worked like a charm. Best steak knife I have ever had :)
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I could'nt resist my first stainless Opinel. Slim handle fits easier in the pocket. Still havent used it yet but it feels sharp.
Can the metal parts come off the wooden handle end??
Yes, if you open the blade (pull hard) whilst the knife is locked shut the locking ring will pop out, so that it can be adjusted
The photos were not very good for angles. It showed a pin, so am assuming the knife is only held into the handle via that pin only?
Yes, but it is not a problem as it is large enough; most folding knives are just held by a pivot pin.
Still not sure if I want to get the bubinga wood. Seen walnut, beechwood, oak, and olive. Not sure which one would be more moisture resistant, or which would be the hardest of the woods offered.
There is a plastic version too. The wood, unless you keep it underwater for a long time is water resistant enough. You can also treat it.
The carbon blades seem to only come in beechwood, so may have to get their stainless steel version.
For general use the SS is better -no rusting
I could'nt resist my first stainless Opinel. Slim handle fits easier in the pocket. Still havent used it yet but it feels sharp.
Here are a couple more of the mushrooms and some Stealth ;) porn...
Here are a couple more of the mushrooms and some Stealth ;) porn...
I haven't been on much lately and trying to catch up. I can't believe I missed this one ??? Very nice D!¡! I'm so jealous :drool: :drool: :drool:
Flowered clover in an Aegean island and peasant's knife. (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/02/08/e5a3ahut.jpg)
More than anything that knife makes me lose respect for Chris Reeves.
Great job mark :drool:
I haven't carried an Opi in ages. :( Gonna have to remedy that in the next few days, probably my carbon #6. I did get a carbon #10 in a trade not that long ago, it's a monster! :o
French army knife :D from today
I haven't carried an Opi in ages. :( Gonna have to remedy that in the next few days, probably my carbon #6. I did get a carbon #10 in a trade not that long ago, it's a monster! :oYou should try a #12, now that's a big knife. The #13 is just silly. :D
Very cool tony :salute:
Neat. The #10 I got in a trade recently has a firesteel in the end of the handle.....
Very cool tony :salute:
I like the easy way he removes the collar in the first vid :o
Very cool tony :salute:
I like the easy way he removes the collar in the first vid :o
Yes, very good tip. I don't understand why he did the rest of it though. :think:
Don't get me wrong, not for a moment am I saying it's a bad knife, but despite that video I still question how practical it would be as a tool. Why not get a machete? Or a bowie? I've got a hatchet that is shorter that that thing is when it is folded. :D
All in all, an adorable little thing, not sure what I'll be using for, but it's too cute not to use.
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No 7 today
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Hey! You're back!
No 7 today
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Sak's rule !
Hey! You're back!
Yeah, I was trying to break my knife addiction, it didn't work
Sak's rule !
What knife addiction?No 7 today
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Sak's rule !
Hey! You're back!
Yeah, I was trying to break my knife addiction, it didn't work
Sak's rule !
No 7 today
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Sak's rule !
Hey! You're back!
Yeah, I was trying to break my knife addiction, it didn't work
Sak's rule !
You can't! We miss you too much.
What knife addiction?No 7 today
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Sak's rule !
Hey! You're back!
Yeah, I was trying to break my knife addiction, it didn't work
Sak's rule !
Nate
Yeah, I was trying to break my knife addiction, it didn't work
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I'm really beginning to appreciate this knife more and more. Cut all the meat off a full chicken last night, cut up my steak the night before, this is probably the best slicing blade in the house :facepalm:
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/opinel.jpg?m=1421352333)
I'm really beginning to appreciate this knife more and more. Cut all the meat off a full chicken last night, cut up my steak the night before, this is probably the best slicing blade in the house :facepalm:
Nice pic Higgs, did the sheath come with you OP?
What is that a #8?
Yeah slip cover / pocket sheath I feel ya.
They come with all OP's or only certain models? Like you say very classy and as you know Harley is all about the class.
Yeah slip cover / pocket sheath I feel ya.
They come with all OP's or only certain models? Like you say very classy and as you know Harley is all about the class.
Honestly I don't know, I know they don't come with the 5s, if I had to guess likely No. 7 and up? but hopefully someone smarter than me comes along. It isn't too bad having it in the back pocket either, stays pretty unnoticed until you sit on it.
No slips came with any of my Opinels but they sell them on the Opie site.
No slips came with any of my Opinels but they sell them on the Opie site.
Found them on Amazon also, thanks.
I like your shorthand for Opinel the best going to go with the from now on. Opie.
No slips came with any of my Opinels but they sell them on the Opie site.
Found them on Amazon also, thanks.
I like your shorthand for Opinel the best going to go with the from now on. Opie.
Thanks! My Lit degree enables me to cleverly butcher all kinds of words! :2tu:
Ha! And my ex said it was a worthless degree! :D
No slips came with any of my Opinels but they sell them on the Opie site.
Found them on Amazon also, thanks.
I like your shorthand for Opinel the best going to go with the from now on. Opie.
Thanks! My Lit degree enables me to cleverly butcher all kinds of words! :2tu:
Ha! And my ex said it was a worthless degree! :D
I am a Infantryman in the Army with a business degree, talk about worthless.
Yeah slip cover / pocket sheath I feel ya.
They come with all OP's or only certain models? Like you say very classy and as you know Harley is all about the class.
Honestly I don't know, I know they don't come with the 5s, if I had to guess likely No. 7 and up? but hopefully someone smarter than me comes along. It isn't too bad having it in the back pocket either, stays pretty unnoticed until you sit on it.
Awesome thanks.
Also looks like I got a new sig line. :pok:
Yeah slip cover / pocket sheath I feel ya.
They come with all OP's or only certain models? Like you say very classy and as you know Harley is all about the class.
Honestly I don't know, I know they don't come with the 5s, if I had to guess likely No. 7 and up? but hopefully someone smarter than me comes along. It isn't too bad having it in the back pocket either, stays pretty unnoticed until you sit on it.
Awesome thanks.
Also looks like I got a new sig line. :pok:
Just when I think helping you is a good idea :facepalm:
Yeah slip cover / pocket sheath I feel ya.
They come with all OP's or only certain models? Like you say very classy and as you know Harley is all about the class.
Honestly I don't know, I know they don't come with the 5s, if I had to guess likely No. 7 and up? but hopefully someone smarter than me comes along. It isn't too bad having it in the back pocket either, stays pretty unnoticed until you sit on it.
Awesome thanks.
Also looks like I got a new sig line. :pok:
Just when I think helping you is a good idea :facepalm:
Not my fault you should know better by now.
I am pretty sure I never said what you have me saying in your sig line Higgs.
Kinda not how this works. :twak:
I am pretty sure I never said what you have me saying in your sig line Higgs.
Kinda not how this works. :twak:
I just interpreted your message that's all :rofl:
I am pretty sure I never said what you have me saying in your sig line Higgs.
Kinda not how this works. :twak:
I just interpreted your message that's all :rofl:
We both speak English foolio.
No slips came with any of my Opinels but they sell them on the Opie site.
No slips came with any of my Opinels but they sell them on the Opie site.
+1. the only one I got with a velvet pocket slip is a nº6 Bubinga handle.
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Carbon steel likes snow right? :facepalm:
Carbon steel likes snow right? :facepalm:
And food also.
Carbon steel likes snow right? :facepalm:
And food also.
About the only things it's seen :rofl:, come on, you want one don't you :pok:
Thanks Nate!
Carbon steel likes snow right? :facepalm:
And food also.
About the only things it's seen :rofl:, come on, you want one don't you :pok:
Thanks Nate!
Oh yes. As soon as I get home.
Deciding on which model to get. Not that it is so much of a deal with these since they are cheap enough to buy more if you want bigger or smaller.
Spot on. No.7 are not bad neither. I like the NO.8 the best.
Nate
Spot on. No.7 are not bad neither. I like the NO.8 the best.
Nate
This is kinda what I was thinking too. Seven or eight.
Spot on. No.7 are not bad neither. I like the NO.8 the best.
Nate
This is kinda what I was thinking too. Seven or eight.
What do you plan to use it for?
Spot on. No.7 are not bad neither. I like the NO.8 the best.
Nate
This is kinda what I was thinking too. Seven or eight.
What do you plan to use it for?
Mostly for cutting smurf.
Spot on. No.7 are not bad neither. I like the NO.8 the best.
Nate
This is kinda what I was thinking too. Seven or eight.
What do you plan to use it for?
Mostly for cutting smurf.
Oh, in that case I think the No. 13 is best suited to your needs.
Spot on. No.7 are not bad neither. I like the NO.8 the best.
Nate
This is kinda what I was thinking too. Seven or eight.
What do you plan to use it for?
Mostly for cutting smurf.
Oh, in that case I think the No. 13 is best suited to your needs.
The 13 is sharper or something?
That and it is a 13.Spot on. No.7 are not bad neither. I like the NO.8 the best.
Nate
This is kinda what I was thinking too. Seven or eight.
What do you plan to use it for?
Mostly for cutting smurf.
Oh, in that case I think the No. 13 is best suited to your needs.
The 13 is sharper or something?
Ermmmm..... Yeah.... That's it..... :whistle:
That and it is a 13.Spot on. No.7 are not bad neither. I like the NO.8 the best.
Nate
This is kinda what I was thinking too. Seven or eight.
What do you plan to use it for?
Mostly for cutting smurf.
Oh, in that case I think the No. 13 is best suited to your needs.
The 13 is sharper or something?
Ermmmm..... Yeah.... That's it..... :whistle:
Nate
Lol, no the No.13 does not have better steel, it's just large.
Still comes in your choice of Carbon or Stainless steel. I like Carbon the best, but that's just me. It really depends on you.
I own the No.8(my very first Opinel) in Carbon Steel and I absolutely love it. Perfect size, plenty of handle to grab on to, a good blade length for cutting just about anything, and I believe I'm about to trade for another No.8 in Stainless Steel and Red handle.
Will post pics of my No.8 soon.
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Here you go....
Hmmmm, I am gonna have to try a NO.9.
Nate
I lost an auction for a rayskin-handle Opie 9 a couple of months ago...
I like the no8 but there just a tiny bit to big for legal edc over here. The no7 is perfect though :)
Yeah I've done that on the ones I gave my dad :)I like the no8 but there just a tiny bit to big for legal edc over here. The no7 is perfect though :)
The number 8 is also a bit over the three inch limit we have ins some places. That's why I'll take a large mill file and drop the point so I loose a little blade length. When I'm done, it's like 2 and 7/8ths of an inch blade. So everyones happy. Except the cop who thought he had me. :tu:
Yeah I've done that on the ones I gave my dad :)I like the no8 but there just a tiny bit to big for legal edc over here. The no7 is perfect though :)
The number 8 is also a bit over the three inch limit we have ins some places. That's why I'll take a large mill file and drop the point so I loose a little blade length. When I'm done, it's like 2 and 7/8ths of an inch blade. So everyones happy. Except the cop who thought he had me. :tu:
There one of the few knives I actually enjoy tinkering with, given there low cost, I don't mind making a balls up of it :D
We are allowed 3 1/4 inch blades here. Most here use 3" to play it safe. You can carry big fixed blades as long they are in the open.
Nate
Quick question, I use my Opinel to cut up apples just about every day. It's starting to give the apple a slightly metallic taste, should I be concerned/can I fix it, or should I just accept it and say it puts hair on my chest? I don't really care, just don't want to be giving myself heavy metal poisoning or something :facepalm:
Quick question, I use my Opinel to cut up apples just about every day. It's starting to give the apple a slightly metallic taste, should I be concerned/can I fix it, or should I just accept it and say it puts hair on my chest? I don't really care, just don't want to be giving myself heavy metal poisoning or something :facepalm:
Just the reaction of the carbon steel to the acids in the apple...harmless but if you don't like it switch to a stainless blade...the Opinel blade might eventually season (patina) and not be as bad tasting.
My Douk-Douk does the same thing....don't use it on apples anymore.
Some carbon steel doesn't do it and some people are more sensitive to the taste.
Quick question, I use my Opinel to cut up apples just about every day. It's starting to give the apple a slightly metallic taste, should I be concerned/can I fix it, or should I just accept it and say it puts hair on my chest? I don't really care, just don't want to be giving myself heavy metal poisoning or something :facepalm:
Just the reaction of the carbon steel to the acids in the apple...harmless but if you don't like it switch to a stainless blade...the Opinel blade might eventually season (patina) and not be as bad tasting.
My Douk-Douk does the same thing....don't use it on apples anymore.
Some carbon steel doesn't do it and some people are more sensitive to the taste.
Nope, that's okay with me then. Just checking that it's still safe to use, thank you! My apple consumption has quadrupled since getting my opinel just because I like using it to slice them up hahaha :rofl:
Quick question, I use my Opinel to cut up apples just about every day. It's starting to give the apple a slightly metallic taste, should I be concerned/can I fix it, or should I just accept it and say it puts hair on my chest? I don't really care, just don't want to be giving myself heavy metal poisoning or something :facepalm:
Just the reaction of the carbon steel to the acids in the apple...harmless but if you don't like it switch to a stainless blade...the Opinel blade might eventually season (patina) and not be as bad tasting.
My Douk-Douk does the same thing....don't use it on apples anymore.
Some carbon steel doesn't do it and some people are more sensitive to the taste.
Nope, that's okay with me then. Just checking that it's still safe to use, thank you! My apple consumption has quadrupled since getting my opinel just because I like using it to slice them up hahaha :rofl:
Quick question, I use my Opinel to cut up apples just about every day. It's starting to give the apple a slightly metallic taste, should I be concerned/can I fix it, or should I just accept it and say it puts hair on my chest? I don't really care, just don't want to be giving myself heavy metal poisoning or something :facepalm:
Just the reaction of the carbon steel to the acids in the apple...harmless but if you don't like it switch to a stainless blade...the Opinel blade might eventually season (patina) and not be as bad tasting.
My Douk-Douk does the same thing....don't use it on apples anymore.
Some carbon steel doesn't do it and some people are more sensitive to the taste.
Nope, that's okay with me then. Just checking that it's still safe to use, thank you! My apple consumption has quadrupled since getting my opinel just because I like using it to slice them up hahaha :rofl:
I usually use a SAK or my "apple knife" (a SS Case Yellow Muskrat) unless I am purposely trying to put a little patina on a blade. The Opinel Garden knife is an excellent fruit knife as well!
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/MoraClassic2andOpieGarden_zps5cac9edb.jpg)
A you can carry a fixed blade that can't be seen unless it is over 3 1/4 inches. Any knife that has a blade over 3 1/4 inches has to be worn openly. I wear my Mora a lot in town and the cops don't even pay attention to it. You see a lot of people around here that carry fixed blades. Must be an Ohio thing.We are allowed 3 1/4 inch blades here. Most here use 3" to play it safe. You can carry big fixed blades as long they are in the open.
Nate
That makes no sense. A limit to folding knives but you can carry a Katana if it is in the open.
Well not a Katana but a Kbar or some such?
A you can carry a fixed blade that can't be seen unless it is over 3 1/4 inches. Any knife that has a blade over 3 1/4 inches has to be worn openly. I wear my Mora a lot in town and the cops don't even pay attention to it. You see a lot of people around here that carry fixed blades. Must be an Ohio thing.We are allowed 3 1/4 inch blades here. Most here use 3" to play it safe. You can carry big fixed blades as long they are in the open.
Nate
That makes no sense. A limit to folding knives but you can carry a Katana if it is in the open.
Well not a Katana but a Kbar or some such?
Nate
A you can carry a fixed blade that can't be seen unless it is over 3 1/4 inches. Any knife that has a blade over 3 1/4 inches has to be worn openly. I wear my Mora a lot in town and the cops don't even pay attention to it. You see a lot of people around here that carry fixed blades. Must be an Ohio thing.We are allowed 3 1/4 inch blades here. Most here use 3" to play it safe. You can carry big fixed blades as long they are in the open.
Nate
That makes no sense. A limit to folding knives but you can carry a Katana if it is in the open.
Well not a Katana but a Kbar or some such?
Nate
You carry banjos too?
Yes we do and you got purdy mouth.....lolA you can carry a fixed blade that can't be seen unless it is over 3 1/4 inches. Any knife that has a blade over 3 1/4 inches has to be worn openly. I wear my Mora a lot in town and the cops don't even pay attention to it. You see a lot of people around here that carry fixed blades. Must be an Ohio thing.We are allowed 3 1/4 inch blades here. Most here use 3" to play it safe. You can carry big fixed blades as long they are in the open.
Nate
That makes no sense. A limit to folding knives but you can carry a Katana if it is in the open.
Well not a Katana but a Kbar or some such?
Nate
You carry banjos too?
No such thing as to many picture.
Nate
Yes we do and you got purdy mouth.....lol
No such thing as to many picture.
Nate
+1000 :tu:
Yes we do and you got purdy mouth.....lol
Thanks.No such thing as to many picture.
Nate
+1000 :tu:
+ Eleventymillion.
Yes we do and you got purdy mouth.....lol
Thanks.No such thing as to many picture.
Nate
+1000 :tu:
+ Eleventymillion.
WOAHHH :o :o :o You mean Harley isn't opposed to something I did for once?!!?!
Yes we do and you got purdy mouth.....lol
Thanks.No such thing as to many picture.
Nate
+1000 :tu:
+ Eleventymillion.
WOAHHH :o :o :o You mean Harley isn't opposed to something I did for once?!!?!
You know what they say, even a broke clock is right twice a day. Or the sun shines on a dogs smurf once in his life.
LOL!
Looks like it handled it just fine.
Nate
HARDCORE BATTONING WITH AN OPINEL!!!!!! :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/opinel-battoning-.jpg?m=1423523349)
LOL!
Looks like it handled it just fine.
Nate
Almost have ya there? :facepalm: Those christmas ones cant be cleanly broken apart!
Wrong post. I agree though, Opinels are great for all kinds of dirty jobs you don't need to pity the knife. Wait, that doesn't seem so right :think:
I think you should get one with the Viroblock, Captain. It makes using these knives much more carefree in a manner so simple yet effective it makes me shed a tear almost literally ;)
That's a great Opie Cap!!!!!! :cheers:
It locks open. It just does not lock the blade closed.
Originally all opinels were non-locking. Now, usually, some smaller models are non-locking.
Wikipedia:
The Opinel Virobloc or safety twistlock mechanism was invented by Marcel Opinel in 1955, increasing the safety and versatility of the knife by allowing the blade to be locked in the open position.
In 2000, the Virobloc locking mechanism was improved to allow locking the blade in either the open or closed position
Originally all opinels were non-locking. Now, usually, some smaller models are non-locking.
Wikipedia:
The Opinel Virobloc or safety twistlock mechanism was invented by Marcel Opinel in 1955, increasing the safety and versatility of the knife by allowing the blade to be locked in the open position.
In 2000, the Virobloc locking mechanism was improved to allow locking the blade in either the open or closed position
The 2 I carry in my backpack :tu:
The 2 I carry in my backpack :tu:
Those look like they have seen some major use. :tu:
Nice!
again, my most used Opinel :D
Here's mine.
I'm very impressed with it - razor sharp, comfortable and light. Great locking design.
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20150405_003_zpsrbifpni1.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20150405_003_zpsrbifpni1.jpg.html)
One of the best lock designs ever IMO :)
One of the best lock designs ever IMO :)
One of the best lock designs ever IMO :)
I've often wondered just how good the lock is on an Opinel. I've taken the ring off just by locking it closed, and pulling on the blade to open it, and popping off the locking ring. So I sacrificed a number 8 some years ago. I opened it, locked the blade in a bench vise, and put a pipe over the handle and started to put on the pressure. It was slow, but when I leaned on it, the locking ring started to slide down and digging into the wood, letting the blade close. It was a slow motion kind of failure, and I had to keep up the pressure on the handle to keep it going down into the wood. At about 45 degrees it got to a holding point.
I figure that's good enough under normal day to day use, and you have to act like an idiot over stressing the knife to get it to fail. Opinel's are more rugged than many people think. :tu:
One of the best lock designs ever IMO :)
I've often wondered just how good the lock is on an Opinel. I've taken the ring off just by locking it closed, and pulling on the blade to open it, and popping off the locking ring. So I sacrificed a number 8 some years ago. I opened it, locked the blade in a bench vise, and put a pipe over the handle and started to put on the pressure. It was slow, but when I leaned on it, the locking ring started to slide down and digging into the wood, letting the blade close. It was a slow motion kind of failure, and I had to keep up the pressure on the handle to keep it going down into the wood. At about 45 degrees it got to a holding point.
I figure that's good enough under normal day to day use, and you have to act like an idiot over stressing the knife to get it to fail. Opinel's are more rugged than many people think. :tu:
so possibly if the handle was metal,thicker ring and blade and hay presto a super tough opie :tu:
I can see the patina coming along nicely :)
Very nice work mate :salute: ive always got a opie in my backpack there great little knives :tu:
Very nice work mate :salute: ive always got a opie in my backpack there great little knives :tu:
I wish I'd got mine years ago Z - I use it whenever I get an excuse. My Monwoody's blade is a bit redundant at the moment.
Yep, I've been struggling with it for a while now but I really can't justify another one however much I'd like it, and I don't have anything surplus to pass on. Get thee behind me! :DVery nice work mate :salute: ive always got a opie in my backpack there great little knives :tu:
I wish I'd got mine years ago Z - I use it whenever I get an excuse. My Monwoody's blade is a bit redundant at the moment.
I've had a few now for a few years,have you checked out taxidads pass it on GAW ,I've got a Opie #6 im GAW
Yep, I've been struggling with it for a while now but I really can't justify another one however much I'd like it, and I don't have anything surplus to pass on. Get thee behind me! :DVery nice work mate :salute: ive always got a opie in my backpack there great little knives :tu:
I wish I'd got mine years ago Z - I use it whenever I get an excuse. My Monwoody's blade is a bit redundant at the moment.
:pok: :D
I've had a few now for a few years,have you checked out taxidads pass it on GAW ,I've got a Opie #6 im GAW
Zed, your tablet has let you down again! Did you add anything to my quote?
Zed, your tablet has let you down again! Did you add anything to my quote?
:facepalm: :D it was yesterday so who knows what i wrote :rofl:
Zed, your tablet has let you down again! Did you add anything to my quote?
:facepalm: :D it was yesterday so who knows what i wrote :rofl:
Something about a Spirit?
Zed, your tablet has let you down again! Did you add anything to my quote?
:facepalm: :D it was yesterday so who knows what i wrote :rofl:
Something about a Spirit?
:rofl: who knows ive just done 3 12hr night shift and one off and then back in, so my brains a bit frazzeled :D
Well it could end up a flick knife once it wears in a bit :D
I find working some vasaline into the crack ;) the pivot area anyway, stops it swelling up and pinching the blade :)
The patina is coming along nicely on my No.7. I'm using it regularly for food prep.
Nice Maggie, are you allowed to carry a Opie since it has a locking blade of sorts?
Not really. Being a white middle aged male there's little chance I would be stopped and searched .
Not really. Being a white middle aged male there's little chance I would be stopped and searched .
proof of that:
(http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2015/06/09/21/297B618600000578-3117260-image-a-195_1433880423166.jpg)
Its time you gave her a new Opinel :D
Great story.
Oh, I like how you mended this old Opie! Is it a #8?
Its time you gave her a new Opinel :D;) Disagree, then you have to break it in again! :D
Great story.
Guys :salute:Oh, I like how you mended this old Opie! Is it a #8?
Sorry I didn't say, its a No9
Guys :salute:Oh, I like how you mended this old Opie! Is it a #8?
Sorry I didn't say, its a No9
6 carbon :angel:
(http://s25.postimg.org/n5kt1nmyn/Opinel_6_carbon.jpg)
Guys :salute:Oh, I like how you mended this old Opie! Is it a #8?
Sorry I didn't say, its a No9
:tu: Like zoidberg said, I like how the blade is worn down.
6 carbon :angel:
(http://s25.postimg.org/n5kt1nmyn/Opinel_6_carbon.jpg)
Nice blades and great pic. :tu:
Very nice knife and pic Mags!!!!!!! :cheers:
Nice one John! :salute: Would you recommend the Ray Mears book?
Here's my No.7 out on a Samhain visit to Savernake forest yesterday;
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20151031_012_zpshktltpls.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20151031_012_zpshktltpls.jpg.html)
Nice one John! :salute: Would you recommend the Ray Mears book?
Here's my No.7 out on a Samhain visit to Savernake forest yesterday;
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20151031_012_zpshktltpls.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20151031_012_zpshktltpls.jpg.html)
Cheers Luke :salute:
Yeah,you'd find the book very interesting on a couple of levels. Stick your name down for the pass around :pok:
Pass around?
Every time there is a new post in this thread it makes me go look at Opinels on E-bay .
Every time there is a new post in this thread it makes me go look at Opinels on E-bay .
...and bought one?
Every time there is a new post in this thread it makes me go look at Opinels on E-bay .
...and bought one?
Not yet I can never decide between a #7 or 8
Every time there is a new post in this thread it makes me go look at Opinels on E-bay .
...and bought one?
Not yet I can never decide between a #7 or 8
What! Really?
How long have you been here now?
:twak:
Buy both!
Every time there is a new post in this thread it makes me go look at Opinels on E-bay .
...and bought one?
Not yet I can never decide between a #7 or 8
What! Really?
How long have you been here now?
:twak:
Buy both!
OK, I admit it, that was my first thought as well. :D If, on the other hand, you really only want one for some reason, I don't think you can go far wrong with starting with a Carbon No8.
Thanks for the pic Aloha, it seems like the #7 might be more pocket friendly.
Thanks for the pic Aloha, it seems like the #7 might be more pocket friendly.
It really is, I carry mine in my front pocket next to my wallet which works out great. I had to mod mine so it would lock closed but that was easy. I hear people say all the time "it weighs nothing", well this knife weighs something but man next to my wallet I forget its there. It's a light knife but a not a lightweight, ya know?
Theres a slip sheath thats sold too but I'm not sure which size it will fit. This would be a great way to carry an Opinel.
Nice one Zoidberg. :tu: I'm far too lazy to read back through the thread; is this your first?
Nice one Zoidberg. :tu: I'm far too lazy to read back through the thread; is this your first?
Yes. :tu:
Nice one Zoidberg. :tu: I'm far too lazy to read back through the thread; is this your first?
Yes. :tu:
Oooh, even better. I'll be very interested to hear how you get along with it.
Nice one Zoidberg. :tu: I'm far too lazy to read back through the thread; is this your first?
Yes. :tu:
Oooh, even better. I'll be very interested to hear how you get along with it.
25K - congrats. :cheers:
Without knowing you lot had bumped this thread again I stopped by a shop today and bought the only one they had left, a carbon #7. :)You won't regret it Crabman - Thomas sent me a carbon 7 in a trade and it's a great size - I carry it all the time at home and sometimes out and about (gotta be careful because of the lock).
I knew I was coming up on 25k, but I didn't realise I'd crossed it. :doh:
Just so happens my new Carbon No7 is sitting in my pocket right now.
I knew I was coming up on 25k, but I didn't realise I'd crossed it. :doh:
Just so happens my new Carbon No7 is sitting in my pocket right now.
Congrats on the 25k :tu:
I knew I was coming up on 25k, but I didn't realise I'd crossed it. :doh:
Just so happens my new Carbon No7 is sitting in my pocket right now.
Congrats on TWENTY FIVE THOUSAND posts mate :ahhh I know to at least seven that were meaningful and constructive :tu:
:P
:pommel:
:D :D :D
Interesting mod :salute: out of interest, why did you choose to file the collar rather than the back of the blade that sits against it?
Great photos Z :tu:
++Great photos Z :tu:
+1 :tu:
Looking very new though Mr Crabs - Are you going to let it age naturally or force a patina?
++Great photos Z :tu:
+1 :tu:
great looking trio and awesome kitty
Congrats Gareth!
I like that mod! :tu:
Nice Opie Zoidberg!
Nice modification, Gareth. :cheers:
And congrats on hitting the 25k mark. :woohoo:
I'm still racing zoidberg to the 20k, I have a feeling he might win. :P
The stainless makes more sense, but for me it lacks a bit of the Opinel "character" that you get with the carbon.+1
The stainless makes more sense, but for me it lacks a bit of the Opinel "character" that you get with the carbon.+1
More than most knives, with an Opinel you enter into a kind of relationship with them.
You have to look after them, especially those with a carbon blade. The handle can swell if over exposed to moisture and the blade is prone to rust if not properly cleaned.
I like this about the Opinel. I have a carbon No.7 with a Beech handle and it's ageing beautifully - there is an after image of its use left in the patina.
I suffer from hyperhydrosis which means my hands can literally drip with sweat but my Opi hasn't seized up yet. Or rusted. Bless.
So at the end of the day it depends what you want out of a knife. The Opi's have more character than any other knife I've ever had and I carry mine as much as I possibly can.
Best of luck with your decision :tu:
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20151031_012_zpshktltpls.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20151031_012_zpshktltpls.jpg.html)
PS. Zoidy - How come you always take such great pics? Seriously ?? Does a lot of thought go into it? - Or does it just happen. The rural NZ backrops always help!! :tu:
PS. Zoidy - How come you always take such great pics? Seriously ?? Does a lot of thought go into it? - Or does it just happen. The rural NZ backrops always help!! :tu:
I can find taking pics very frustrating at times.
Mostly because I still use an old 4MP Samsung Digimax camera.
Then there is the lighting, reflections, handshake, backrounds, timing etc.
When I look at the pics (over a thousand now) I've taken for MTo, there are only a few that I like.
What makes the few stand out to me, are the parts I didn't have control over, water, animals, clouds etc.
Colours can be randomly good as well.
It has to be the beauty of pics, they can appeal to the person viewing on different levels.
So you'll have to tell me what makes them good.
Given the limitations I try to make it work, I'm not special enough that things just happen for me.
PS. Zoidy - How come you always take such great pics? Seriously ?? Does a lot of thought go into it? - Or does it just happen. The rural NZ backrops always help!! :tu:
I can find taking pics very frustrating at times.
Mostly because I still use an old 4MP Samsung Digimax camera.
Then there is the lighting, reflections, handshake, backrounds, timing etc.
When I look at the pics (over a thousand now) I've taken for MTo, there are only a few that I like.
What makes the few stand out to me, are the parts I didn't have control over, water, animals, clouds etc.
Colours can be randomly good as well.
It has to be the beauty of pics, they can appeal to the person viewing on different levels.
So you'll have to tell me what makes them good.
Given the limitations I try to make it work, I'm not special enough that things just happen for me.
:2tu:
In some ways, using a limited camera can make you better. A better camera can make everything easier but for me, if I can do it with a lesser camera, I own it. Does that make sense? In the past, using film cameras that were at their the technological apex in the 60's and having to make it work taught me a lot of things about seeing/imaging.
Always did everything the hard way..... :facepalm:
Hey Guys
Thanks for the great advice.
I am a bit of a traditionalist - So will probably go No7, Beech, Carbon - As this seems to be very traditional Opinel and very different from the shiny SAK blade
Magentus's photo swung it :D Thanks mate
Although I can see an SS following :o As food prep seems not so good with carbon - And I fancy an Opinel in my picnic basket!! 8) And here I would also get a prettier wood handle (walnut, olive :D )
I have a carbon Opinel and I love it. It does leave a metallic taste on food though. I'd be tempted to get another one, maybe stainless but certainly with olive wood handle. :D
I have a carbon Opinel and I love it. It does leave a metallic taste on food though. I'd be tempted to get another one, maybe stainless but certainly with olive wood handle. :D
I have a carbon Opinel and I love it. It does leave a metallic taste on food though. I'd be tempted to get another one, maybe stainless but certainly with olive wood handle. :D
I believe if you get a patina on the blade it will protect it and will remove that metallic after taste in the food.
I received an olive wood no8 today
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/06/99d691002bbd91c4a4673430275735f8.jpg)
Wow does that have a carbon blade Smashie?
I received an olive wood no8 today
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/06/99d691002bbd91c4a4673430275735f8.jpg)
Having receintly decided that the No7 Carbon is my favourite Opinel so far, I'm almost glad that the special wood versions are either No6 or No8 Inox only. It certainly saves me a few quid anyway. That does look good though mate. :tu:
In some ways, using a limited camera can make you better. A better camera can make everything easier but for me, if I can do it with a lesser camera, I own it. Does that make sense? In the past, using film cameras that were at their the technological apex in the 60's and having to make it work taught me a lot of things about seeing/imaging.
Always did everything the hard way..... :facepalm:
I have a carbon Opinel and I love it. It does leave a metallic taste on food though. I'd be tempted to get another one, maybe stainless but certainly with olive wood handle. :D
I believe if you get a patina on the blade it will protect it and will remove that metallic after taste in the food.
I received an olive wood no8 today
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/06/99d691002bbd91c4a4673430275735f8.jpg)
I know I will get attacked by everybody on this forum for posting this :D, but I saw my first Opinel about 3-4 years ago while we were on vacation in Boone. We were at the Mast General Store and there they were in the glass case! After reading about them so much here and other places on the internet, I was anxious to get one. Was really surprised how inexpensive they were....until I picked one up. They had 4 models and they all felt like they were poorly made. I was really shocked at the locking mechanism and how it would rattle when shook. Needless to say, I did not buy one and walked away very disappointed. From what I am reading here now, I probably should have bought one and actually tried it out. Maybe I will pick one up next summer!
I know I will get attacked by everybody on this forum for posting this :D, but I saw my first Opinel about 3-4 years ago while we were on vacation in Boone. We were at the Mast General Store and there they were in the glass case! After reading about them so much here and other places on the internet, I was anxious to get one. Was really surprised how inexpensive they were....until I picked one up. They had 4 models and they all felt like they were poorly made. I was really shocked at the locking mechanism and how it would rattle when shook. Needless to say, I did not buy one and walked away very disappointed. From what I am reading here now, I probably should have bought one and actually tried it out. Maybe I will pick one up next summer!I've never seen a new Opinel with obvious quality problems, and not even an old one with a rattling lock.......sounds a bit strange?
The wooden ones may get a bit looser, if the wood dries a lot, and vice versa (I got one, from France, that was stiff and after a few days in our climate it dried and became very smooth - stayed that way since).
Some are just naturally looser, or, tighter than others. (I must avoid writing what I am thinking of now. :facepalm: )
The plastic ones will be more consistent and unaffected by such changes.
The fancier models should be better, at least in theory.
You can adjust most of the wooden ones with slight hammering/pliers etc.
However, from my experience, I would only buy a wooden opinel if i can play with it first.
Usually, I go to the dealer and try several, until I find one that I am happy with. This way I have handled probably a hundred or more, and I would say that only 1/3, of the regular ones, I was really happy with the "feel".
The wooden ones may get a bit looser, if the wood dries a lot, and vice versa (I got one, from France, that was stiff and after a few days in our climate it dried and became very smooth - stayed that way since).
Some are just naturally looser, or, tighter than others. (I must avoid writing what I am thinking of now. :facepalm: )
The plastic ones will be more consistent and unaffected by such changes.
The fancier models should be better, at least in theory.
You can adjust most of the wooden ones with slight hammering/pliers etc.
However, from my experience, I would only buy a wooden opinel if i can play with it first.
Usually, I go to the dealer and try several, until I find one that I am happy with. This way I have handled probably a hundred or more, and I would say that only 1/3, of the regular ones, I was really happy with the "feel".
The wooden ones may get a bit looser, if the wood dries a lot, and vice versa (I got one, from France, that was stiff and after a few days in our climate it dried and became very smooth - stayed that way since).
Some are just naturally looser, or, tighter than others. (I must avoid writing what I am thinking of now. :facepalm: )
The plastic ones will be more consistent and unaffected by such changes.
The fancier models should be better, at least in theory.
You can adjust most of the wooden ones with slight hammering/pliers etc.
However, from my experience, I would only buy a wooden opinel if i can play with it first.
Usually, I go to the dealer and try several, until I find one that I am happy with. This way I have handled probably a hundred or more, and I would say that only 1/3, of the regular ones, I was really happy with the "feel".
I am actually looking at getting a Opinel Bricolage Knife No.9. It has a couple of other tools on it and has a driver on the handle with a few bits.
Another landed this morning. If you are quick you can still find these 125th anniversary editions for sale.
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Another landed this morning. If you are quick you can still find these 125th anniversary editions for sale.
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Right. Now you and pfrsantos are making me jealous :twak:
Do you reckon the finish on those would withstand some use?
Another landed this morning. If you are quick you can still find these 125th anniversary editions for sale.
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Right. Now you and pfrsantos are making me jealous :twak:
Do you reckon the finish on those would withstand some use?
It might, but mine is going to be a shelf queen. I got other nº8 I can use instead. In fact, I'm thinking about transfering some image to a regular nº8.
No it won't. It's a shelf queen
Very nice and Happy Birthday. Try not to cut yourself with it.
Thanks, guys :salute:Yay! 7 is a great size. No-one seems to have said yet so I'll be the one to say 'watch out - they're sharp!'
I don't think I'm putting anything on it, though the ones with lanyards look cook :think:
It's N 7. I used to have a 7 before, bright green handle, though. Then I sold it, then I regertted having sold it. :facepalm: Now I corrected this terrible mistake, lol. I preferred a more neutral colour, though, or not coloured at all if that's how they're called :D So it'll go with my wallets and other gear.
Thanks, guys :salute:
I don't think I'm putting anything on it, though the ones with lanyards look cook :think:
It's N 7. I used to have a 7 before, bright green handle, though. Then I sold it, then I regertted having sold it. :facepalm: Now I corrected this terrible mistake, lol. I preferred a more neutral colour, though, or not coloured at all if that's how they're called :D So it'll go with my wallets and other gear.
Happy Birthday NNR. The 7 is a great size and the choice of handle is also very nice. I used mine the ofhte day to cut up a leather belt for a strop and WOW. The knife went thru it life an exacto blade.
Thanks, guys :salute:
I don't think I'm putting anything on it, though the ones with lanyards look cook :think:
It's N 7. I used to have a 7 before, bright green handle, though. Then I sold it, then I regertted having sold it. :facepalm: Now I corrected this terrible mistake, lol. I preferred a more neutral colour, though, or not coloured at all if that's how they're called :D So it'll go with my wallets and other gear.
Happy birthday, you old spinster, you!
:D :drink:
Good choice! I have an apple green nº7, too. Very nice, love the size, great cutting knife. I've got a nº8 but I think it's too big to EDC.
Happy Birthday NNR. The 7 is a great size and the choice of handle is also very nice. I used mine the ofhte day to cut up a leather belt for a strop and WOW. The knife went thru it life an exacto blade.
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Happy Birthday NNR. The 7 is a great size and the choice of handle is also very nice. I used mine the ofhte day to cut up a leather belt for a strop and WOW. The knife went thru it life an exacto blade.
I've read your last posts...Show contentCan't help picturing you like this...Show content(http://media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/60/b1/d6/60b1d6fa83e3b6ba2e2103db8b195509.jpg)
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
You shold hear me try to spek english :rofl:
Today I decided to take things a little further.Does that improve the handling/carry, or were you just bored?
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Does that improve the handling/carry, or were you just bored?
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Good work and Pix Dr. Z!!! :cheers:
I don't have the time atm to wait for things to dry so...
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Thanks guys. :cheers:
I'm starting to wonder if I bin the collar and peen the pin. :think:
I got inspired this thread and desided to make my old no7 into a droppoint and put some patina on the blade.
Only issue is that I think some juice got into the wood, and now its really tough to open and close. I hope it inproves after drying.
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I got inspired this thread and desided to make my old no7 into a droppoint and put some patina on the blade.
Only issue is that I think some juice got into the wood, and now its really tough to open and close. I hope it inproves after drying.
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Looks great Grathr :salute: What did you use for the patina? Really nicely reprofiled. :tu:
Since I already brougt out the waterwheel I desided to get rid of the silly sereations on my no8 outdoor while I was at it.
(If I had only remembered to take a before pic :facepalm: )
Heres what it looks like now:
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Since I already brougt out the waterwheel I desided to get rid of the silly sereations on my no8 outdoor while I was at it.
(If I had only remembered to take a before pic :facepalm: )
Heres what it looks like now:
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There you go:
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:salute:
I stuck it in a grapefruit and left it there for aprox 1hour. Every time I took it out to check progress I stabbed it into a new place.
Since I already brougt out the waterwheel I desided to get rid of the silly sereations on my no8 outdoor while I was at it.
(If I had only remembered to take a before pic :facepalm: )
Heres what it looks like now:
Since I already brougt out the waterwheel I desided to get rid of the silly sereations on my no8 outdoor while I was at it.
(If I had only remembered to take a before pic :facepalm: )
Heres what it looks like now:
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Nice work guys :tu:
Ok, I can't get enough of it :D
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Your brain works in weird ways :D
:rofl:
I guess it's rather too much brain in a tiny space ;) :D
That turned out great!
Very nice work! :tu:
Decided to change the choil a little, I like it even more now.
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That turned out great!
Very nice work! :tu:
+1 :tu: :tu:
It makes more sense now. Nice work, Doc. :tu: Why did you remove the curve from the blade's spine, though?
It makes more sense now. Nice work, Doc. :tu: Why did you remove the curve from the blade's spine, though?
Thanks. :cheers:
Do you mean the change to semi drop point from clip?
I probably should have left it alone. I liked the look of mag's one but didn't do as good a job and now it annoys me. To fix it will cost me another few mm.
It makes more sense now. Nice work, Doc. :tu: Why did you remove the curve from the blade's spine, though?
Thanks. :cheers:
Do you mean the change to semi drop point from clip?
I probably should have left it alone. I liked the look of mag's one but didn't do as good a job and now it annoys me. To fix it will cost me another few mm.
I gave in. :facepalm:
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I like clip point blades, the only thing I'd be tempted to change on a Opinel would be the blade's tip; I'd shave off some material to make it a little rounder and sturdier. The way they come from the factory I feel they're prone to chipping or bending. Mine got a little bent in the end so it got relegated to a nasty chores knife.
I like clip point blades, the only thing I'd be tempted to change on a Opinel would be the blade's tip; I'd shave off some material to make it a little rounder and sturdier. The way they come from the factory I feel they're prone to chipping or bending. Mine got a little bent in the end so it got relegated to a nasty chores knife.
I don't mind the Opinel tip, even if I saw some chipped ones. But if you find it too thin and pointy, never get a Kershaw Leek... I'm even afraid to open envelopes with that thing :P
If you like less pointy Opinels you have the rounded Junior the Spear-shaped Garden range and the less pointy Outdoor range. Opinel DIY is a drop-down as well.
I like clip point blades, the only thing I'd be tempted to change on a Opinel would be the blade's tip; I'd shave off some material to make it a little rounder and sturdier. The way they come from the factory I feel they're prone to chipping or bending. Mine got a little bent in the end so it got relegated to a nasty chores knife.
I don't mind the Opinel tip, even if I saw some chipped ones. But if you find it too thin and pointy, never get a Kershaw Leek... I'm even afraid to open envelopes with that thing :P
If you like less pointy Opinels you have the rounded Junior the Spear-shaped Garden range and the less pointy Outdoor range. Opinel DIY is a drop-down as well.
This is the OPINEL thread Harley No one wants to know.I like clip point blades, the only thing I'd be tempted to change on a Opinel would be the blade's tip; I'd shave off some material to make it a little rounder and sturdier. The way they come from the factory I feel they're prone to chipping or bending. Mine got a little bent in the end so it got relegated to a nasty chores knife.
I don't mind the Opinel tip, even if I saw some chipped ones. But if you find it too thin and pointy, never get a Kershaw Leek... I'm even afraid to open envelopes with that thing :P
If you like less pointy Opinels you have the rounded Junior the Spear-shaped Garden range and the less pointy Outdoor range. Opinel DIY is a drop-down as well.
I need some Kershaw assisted knife in my life. Played with one the other day and it os strangely addictive.
This is the OPINEL thread Harley No one wants to know.I like clip point blades, the only thing I'd be tempted to change on a Opinel would be the blade's tip; I'd shave off some material to make it a little rounder and sturdier. The way they come from the factory I feel they're prone to chipping or bending. Mine got a little bent in the end so it got relegated to a nasty chores knife.
I don't mind the Opinel tip, even if I saw some chipped ones. But if you find it too thin and pointy, never get a Kershaw Leek... I'm even afraid to open envelopes with that thing :P
If you like less pointy Opinels you have the rounded Junior the Spear-shaped Garden range and the less pointy Outdoor range. Opinel DIY is a drop-down as well.
I need some Kershaw assisted knife in my life. Played with one the other day and it os strangely addictive.
This is the OPINEL thread Harley No one wants to know.I like clip point blades, the only thing I'd be tempted to change on a Opinel would be the blade's tip; I'd shave off some material to make it a little rounder and sturdier. The way they come from the factory I feel they're prone to chipping or bending. Mine got a little bent in the end so it got relegated to a nasty chores knife.
I don't mind the Opinel tip, even if I saw some chipped ones. But if you find it too thin and pointy, never get a Kershaw Leek... I'm even afraid to open envelopes with that thing :P
If you like less pointy Opinels you have the rounded Junior the Spear-shaped Garden range and the less pointy Outdoor range. Opinel DIY is a drop-down as well.
I need some Kershaw assisted knife in my life. Played with one the other day and it os strangely addictive.
Since when do we stay on topic here?
This is the OPINEL thread Harley No one wants to know.I like clip point blades, the only thing I'd be tempted to change on a Opinel would be the blade's tip; I'd shave off some material to make it a little rounder and sturdier. The way they come from the factory I feel they're prone to chipping or bending. Mine got a little bent in the end so it got relegated to a nasty chores knife.
I don't mind the Opinel tip, even if I saw some chipped ones. But if you find it too thin and pointy, never get a Kershaw Leek... I'm even afraid to open envelopes with that thing :P
If you like less pointy Opinels you have the rounded Junior the Spear-shaped Garden range and the less pointy Outdoor range. Opinel DIY is a drop-down as well.
I need some Kershaw assisted knife in my life. Played with one the other day and it os strangely addictive.
Since when do we stay on topic here?
Tomorrow.
This is the OPINEL thread Harley No one wants to know.I like clip point blades, the only thing I'd be tempted to change on a Opinel would be the blade's tip; I'd shave off some material to make it a little rounder and sturdier. The way they come from the factory I feel they're prone to chipping or bending. Mine got a little bent in the end so it got relegated to a nasty chores knife.
I don't mind the Opinel tip, even if I saw some chipped ones. But if you find it too thin and pointy, never get a Kershaw Leek... I'm even afraid to open envelopes with that thing :P
If you like less pointy Opinels you have the rounded Junior the Spear-shaped Garden range and the less pointy Outdoor range. Opinel DIY is a drop-down as well.
I need some Kershaw assisted knife in my life. Played with one the other day and it os strangely addictive.
Since when do we stay on topic here?
Tomorrow.
Lies.
Just got an Opinel #6. It came with a pretty crappy edge, lots of burrs. I guess maybe it wanted to be a saw....? We'll hone it up and see how it runs. Not super impressed with the fiddly ring lock, but it's pretty effective.Congrats on your new Opi. :tu: The lock will loosen in time and you won't find a more simple and effective lock out there. Once it's sharp and you carry it about a bit you'll probably begin to really appreciate why it's so well loved round here.
Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun
Just got an Opinel #6. It came with a pretty crappy edge, lots of burrs. I guess maybe it wanted to be a saw....? We'll hone it up and see how it runs. Not super impressed with the fiddly ring lock, but it's pretty effective.Congrats on your new Opi. :tu: The lock will loosen in time and you won't find a more simple and effective lock out there. Once it's sharp and you carry it about a bit you'll probably begin to really appreciate why it's so well loved round here.
Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun
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Just got an Opinel #6. It came with a pretty crappy edge, lots of burrs. I guess maybe it wanted to be a saw....? We'll hone it up and see how it runs. Not super impressed with the fiddly ring lock, but it's pretty effective.Congrats on your new Opi. :tu: The lock will loosen in time and you won't find a more simple and effective lock out there. Once it's sharp and you carry it about a bit you'll probably begin to really appreciate why it's so well loved round here.
Sent from 9 miles from the face of the sun
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I was a bit surprised when I I used it to slice a tomato last night. I hadn't gotten around to touching up the edge, but figured I'd see how badly it would cut first. That little bugger sliced it up like it was a straight razor. This thing may work out
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Is the edge still looking ropey BAS? Have you tried just stropping it to de-fash it, or is it more severe than that?
Thanks guys, I'm guessing that it is Carbon steel ?
Thanks guys, I'm guessing that it is Carbon steel ?
Yes! Good snag!!! :tu: Love the old blade stamp!!!
My No.8 arrived today. It's in really great shape with a nice patina, I don't think it was even used much. A couple swipes on my Lansky turnbox and it's razor sharp. I guess the collar on these older ones don't lock the blade when closed so I added a bevel with my grinder so that it locks when closed. I may drill a hole for a lanyard later.
Cool knife and sharp as you know what :tu:
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My No.8 arrived today. It's in really great shape with a nice patina, I don't think it was even used much. A couple swipes on my Lansky turnbox and it's razor sharp. I guess the collar on these older ones don't lock the blade when closed so I added a bevel with my grinder so that it locks when closed. I may drill a hole for a lanyard later.
Cool knife and sharp as you know what :tu:
(http://i.imgur.com/hCIEKGhh.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rMxlknGh.jpg)
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Looking good Steve :tu:
Great pic Steve!! :tu:
Great knife and perfect size :tu:
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Great knife and perfect size :tu:
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And a perfect picture!!! Awesome, I really love it :drool: I'll definitely take a few with mine when we get some snow, it looks so cool for some reason :tu:
Awesome pic!
Great knife and perfect size :tu:
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And a perfect picture!!! Awesome, I really love it :drool: I'll definitely take a few with mine when we get some snow, it looks so cool for some reason :tu:
Looks great. Mine didn't have the locking collar either so I did the same simple mod. I contemplated adding a lanyard hole but I decided against it. I do like how some have rounded and smoothed the handles.
When it finally does rain a bit.......just leave the smurf open :facepalm: :rofl:
Won this kind of by accident on the Bay for $13, it's a No. 8. Excited to finally check one out for myself. I notice that it has a different stamp on the blade than most of the ones I've seen. Is it an older one ?
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Won this kind of by accident on the Bay for $13, it's a No. 8. Excited to finally check one out for myself. I notice that it has a different stamp on the blade than most of the ones I've seen. Is it an older one ?
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/EcMAAOSw5VFWQ1av/s-l1600.jpg)
Nice. The older Viroblock model puts yours before the year 2000 and according to this page http://fpanda.free.fr/musee/tampons.html this stamp is from the 1950 to 1985-6 timeframe. :)
Won this kind of by accident on the Bay for $13, it's a No. 8. Excited to finally check one out for myself. I notice that it has a different stamp on the blade than most of the ones I've seen. Is it an older one ?
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/EcMAAOSw5VFWQ1av/s-l1600.jpg)
Nice. The older Viroblock model puts yours before the year 2000 and according to this page http://fpanda.free.fr/musee/tampons.html this stamp is from the 1950 to 1985-6 timeframe. :)
:rofl: That link looks super dodgy.
Won this kind of by accident on the Bay for $13, it's a No. 8. Excited to finally check one out for myself. I notice that it has a different stamp on the blade than most of the ones I've seen. Is it an older one ?
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/EcMAAOSw5VFWQ1av/s-l1600.jpg)
Nice. The older Viroblock model puts yours before the year 2000 and according to this page http://fpanda.free.fr/musee/tampons.html this stamp is from the 1950 to 1985-6 timeframe. :)
:rofl: That link looks super dodgy.
Look like it was generated by shadyurl.com :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
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Won this kind of by accident on the Bay for $13, it's a No. 8. Excited to finally check one out for myself. I notice that it has a different stamp on the blade than most of the ones I've seen. Is it an older one ?
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/EcMAAOSw5VFWQ1av/s-l1600.jpg)
Nice. The older Viroblock model puts yours before the year 2000 and according to this page http://fpanda.free.fr/musee/tampons.html this stamp is from the 1950 to 1985-6 timeframe. :)
:rofl: That link looks super dodgy.
Look like it was generated by shadyurl.com :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
:rofl:
I just carry mine in my front pocket.
How do you guys carry your opinels?
I find them a bit thick for pocket carry, and has ordered a opinel belt sheath.
Mine lives in me waistcoat pocket - I'm dapper, me.
Mine lives in me waistcoat pocket - I'm dapper, me.
Dapper is what we are calling it these days?
How do you guys carry your opinels?
I find them a bit thick for pocket carry, and has ordered a opinel belt sheath.
I don't :-[ I find myself using one about the house occasionally, but they seldom actually win pocket time
Mine lives in me waistcoat pocket - I'm dapper, me.
Dapper is what we are calling it these days?
My mistake - I meant dappy.
Being in n-dubz changes a man Kirk. I don't want to talk about it.Mine lives in me waistcoat pocket - I'm dapper, me.
Dapper is what we are calling it these days?
My mistake - I meant dappy.
You've really changed since your days with N-Dubz :ahhh
Being in n-dubz changes a man Kirk. I don't want to talk about it.Mine lives in me waistcoat pocket - I'm dapper, me.
Dapper is what we are calling it these days?
My mistake - I meant dappy.
You've really changed since your days with N-Dubz :ahhh
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When I carried that many sets of keys, I also carried a bag :D
I could squeeze an opinel in my pockets, WITH a traditional slippie, a pocket clipped OHO folder, AND a SAK. :shrug:
I'd reshuffle some of those things into your coat pockets if I were you, then you'll have room in your trouser pockets. Problem solved. Or you could just put the Opinel in your coat. ;)
When I carried that many sets of keys, I also carried a bag :D
I could squeeze an opinel in my pockets, but I'd just much prefer a traditional slippie, a pocket clipped OHO folder, or a SAK. :shrug:
How do you guys carry your opinels?
Finally got my first Opinel thanks to a kind member and a sale. It is a number 8.
First impressions.
1. Very light! Like the lightest knife I have ever held light.
2. Very nice build quality for something so inexpensive. Locking collar has just the right amount of resistance and all the materials seem to be of good quality.
3. Came stupid dull. From reading about them on the internet's I expected more but it is easy enough to fix. Very slim blade that I think will be easy to make razor sharp.
All in all I am very pleased and expect more Opies in my future.
Thanks again Colt.
Did you get carbon or inox?
I find the carbon holds its edge well enough (Can't remember with inox, not had one for ages)
The best thing about opinels for me are their cost (ZFG if it gets a bit beat)
and their appearance, no one gets offended by an Opinel.
I put a drop of fine oil on the blade/pin/collar, and rub the handle with timber oil (I forget what it is at the moment)
Nothing to it.
Did you get carbon or inox?
I find the carbon holds its edge well enough (Can't remember with inox, not had one for ages)
The best thing about opinels for me are their cost (ZFG if it gets a bit beat)
and their appearance, no one gets offended by an Opinel.
I put a drop of fine oil on the blade/pin/collar, and rub the handle with timber oil (I forget what it is at the moment)
Nothing to it.
Got the carbon blade. Love me some patina.
Did you get carbon or inox?
I find the carbon holds its edge well enough (Can't remember with inox, not had one for ages)
The best thing about opinels for me are their cost (ZFG if it gets a bit beat)
and their appearance, no one gets offended by an Opinel.
I put a drop of fine oil on the blade/pin/collar, and rub the handle with timber oil (I forget what it is at the moment)
Nothing to it.
Got the carbon blade. Love me some patina.
Sorry to hear about your camera Harley - hope you get it fixed soon. :tu:
Did you get carbon or inox?
I find the carbon holds its edge well enough (Can't remember with inox, not had one for ages)
The best thing about opinels for me are their cost (ZFG if it gets a bit beat)
and their appearance, no one gets offended by an Opinel.
I put a drop of fine oil on the blade/pin/collar, and rub the handle with timber oil (I forget what it is at the moment)
Nothing to it.
Got the carbon blade. Love me some patina.
Sorry to hear about your camera Harley - hope you get it fixed soon. :tu:
Sigh.
Did you get carbon or inox?
I find the carbon holds its edge well enough (Can't remember with inox, not had one for ages)
The best thing about opinels for me are their cost (ZFG if it gets a bit beat)
and their appearance, no one gets offended by an Opinel.
I put a drop of fine oil on the blade/pin/collar, and rub the handle with timber oil (I forget what it is at the moment)
Nothing to it.
Got the carbon blade. Love me some patina.
Sorry to hear about your camera Harley - hope you get it fixed soon. :tu:
Sigh.
:worthless:
Did you get carbon or inox?
I find the carbon holds its edge well enough (Can't remember with inox, not had one for ages)
The best thing about opinels for me are their cost (ZFG if it gets a bit beat)
and their appearance, no one gets offended by an Opinel.
I put a drop of fine oil on the blade/pin/collar, and rub the handle with timber oil (I forget what it is at the moment)
Nothing to it.
Got the carbon blade. Love me some patina.
Sorry to hear about your camera Harley - hope you get it fixed soon. :tu:
Sigh.
:worthless:
I got pictures of the Surge I am saddled with all month. That good enough?
Did you get carbon or inox?
I find the carbon holds its edge well enough (Can't remember with inox, not had one for ages)
The best thing about opinels for me are their cost (ZFG if it gets a bit beat)
and their appearance, no one gets offended by an Opinel.
I put a drop of fine oil on the blade/pin/collar, and rub the handle with timber oil (I forget what it is at the moment)
Nothing to it.
Got the carbon blade. Love me some patina.
Sorry to hear about your camera Harley - hope you get it fixed soon. :tu:
Sigh.
:worthless:
I got pictures of the Surge I am saddled with all month. That good enough?
Not even close.
Did you get carbon or inox?
I find the carbon holds its edge well enough (Can't remember with inox, not had one for ages)
The best thing about opinels for me are their cost (ZFG if it gets a bit beat)
and their appearance, no one gets offended by an Opinel.
I put a drop of fine oil on the blade/pin/collar, and rub the handle with timber oil (I forget what it is at the moment)
Nothing to it.
Got the carbon blade. Love me some patina.
Sorry to hear about your camera Harley - hope you get it fixed soon. :tu:
Sigh.
:worthless:
I got pictures of the Surge I am saddled with all month. That good enough?
Not even close.
I has to follow the rules.
Did you get carbon or inox?
I find the carbon holds its edge well enough (Can't remember with inox, not had one for ages)
The best thing about opinels for me are their cost (ZFG if it gets a bit beat)
and their appearance, no one gets offended by an Opinel.
I put a drop of fine oil on the blade/pin/collar, and rub the handle with timber oil (I forget what it is at the moment)
Nothing to it.
Got the carbon blade. Love me some patina.
Sorry to hear about your camera Harley - hope you get it fixed soon. :tu:
Sigh.
:worthless:
I got pictures of the Surge I am saddled with all month. That good enough?
Not even close.
I has to follow the rules.
Don't start now...
Did you get carbon or inox?
I find the carbon holds its edge well enough (Can't remember with inox, not had one for ages)
The best thing about opinels for me are their cost (ZFG if it gets a bit beat)
and their appearance, no one gets offended by an Opinel.
I put a drop of fine oil on the blade/pin/collar, and rub the handle with timber oil (I forget what it is at the moment)
Nothing to it.
Got the carbon blade. Love me some patina.
Sorry to hear about your camera Harley - hope you get it fixed soon. :tu:
Sigh.
:worthless:
I got pictures of the Surge I am saddled with all month. That good enough?
Not even close.
I has to follow the rules.
Don't start now...
Hey! I resemble that remark. Anyhow rules are for suckers.
bought some presents..
bought some presents..
bought some presents..
Make sure you have my address right.
bought some presents..
Make sure you have my address right.
Can we have a day off? Just one?
bought some presents..
Make sure you have my address right.
Can we have a day off? Just one?
.. I drunk/ate so much that I forgot to give out these presents :facepalm:
.. I drunk/ate so much that I forgot to give out these presents :facepalm:
So,Herley is still in with a chance?
I was only joking nnr.. You know you are the only one on this forum ( herley, pm me when nnr goes to sleep) ;)
Actually I just can't quit carrying my 7. It's been over a month, I tried putting it in the box and changing for something else, but I take out the Opinel in a few hours again :think: For some reason, I've started finding Opinels very appealing :drool:
Actually I just can't quit carrying my 7. It's been over a month, I tried putting it in the box and changing for something else, but I take out the Opinel in a few hours again :think: For some reason, I've started finding Opinels very appealing :drool:
I think,maybe,what it is,is that they're a very human knife...the handle feels very natural,and over time and use takes on a part of its owner :shrug:
13
Wood, solid wood, no plastic fakes here....
who?
:popcorn:
:popcorn:
Hope it's a small popcorn, I'm a hack so nothing to get too excited over lol
:popcorn:
Hope it's a small popcorn, I'm a hack so nothing to get too excited over lol
I'm easily entertained. :tu: :tu:
:popcorn:
Hope it's a small popcorn, I'm a hack so nothing to get too excited over lol
I'm easily entertained. :tu: :tu:
As am I :popcorn:
I don't know, the first one I owned I didn't like that much ... I thought it was kinda.. too simple and even ugly. Maybe it's that my taste/people's taste?/ changes over time and we start liking stuff we didn't like before and vice versa. Or maybe it's even the colour. I hadn't had a "wood-colour" one before. Now this one looks somehow elegant, vintage and "old". It's also probably my most convenient knife for cutting food, yeah. :think: Probably you're right - a human knife, not a tactical trooper/killer knife.
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2027.jpg?m=1451516937)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2026.jpg?m=1451516938)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2025.jpg?m=1451516941)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2033.jpg?m=1451517002)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2027.jpg?m=1451516937)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2026.jpg?m=1451516938)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2025.jpg?m=1451516941)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2033.jpg?m=1451517002)
Nice job !
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2027.jpg?m=1451516937)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2026.jpg?m=1451516938)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2025.jpg?m=1451516941)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2033.jpg?m=1451517002)
Nice job !
+1 :tu: :tu:
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2027.jpg?m=1451516937)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2026.jpg?m=1451516938)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2025.jpg?m=1451516941)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2033.jpg?m=1451517002)
Nice job !
+1 :tu: :tu:
+2! Very classy Kyle :tu:
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1567/23804862920_5f284b81bd_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Cgy9p3)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5634/24074456806_55e500688e_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/CFnTgu)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1567/23804862920_5f284b81bd_b.jpg)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5634/24074456806_55e500688e_b.jpg)
I like everything in this picture very much.
Did you say at one point you reshaped the handle on your Opie?
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1567/23804862920_5f284b81bd_b.jpg)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5634/24074456806_55e500688e_b.jpg)
I like everything in this picture very much.
Did you say at one point you reshaped the handle on your Opie?
Yup. Roll back some pages for more pics. Handle and blade are now much more to my liking.
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1567/23804862920_5f284b81bd_b.jpg)
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5634/24074456806_55e500688e_b.jpg)
I like everything in this picture very much.
Did you say at one point you reshaped the handle on your Opie?
Yup. Roll back some pages for more pics. Handle and blade are now much more to my liking.
How.
Just some 400 grit and your hands?
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2027.jpg?m=1451516937)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2026.jpg?m=1451516938)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2025.jpg?m=1451516941)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2033.jpg?m=1451517002)
Nice job !
+1 :tu: :tu:
+2! Very classy Kyle :tu:
+3 looks great!
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2027.jpg?m=1451516937)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2026.jpg?m=1451516938)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2025.jpg?m=1451516941)
(http://gallery.multitool.org/var/resizes/Higgins%27-shots/IMAG2033.jpg?m=1451517002)
Nice job !
+1 :tu: :tu:
+2! Very classy Kyle :tu:
+3 looks great!
Add me to the + list. Nice work and nice color.
Nice one :tu:
(http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy104/kirk130013/kirk130013133/image_zpsg3droubn.jpeg) (http://s782.photobucket.com/user/kirk130013/media/kirk130013133/image_zpsg3droubn.jpeg.html)
Opinel DIY
No.7 carbon braving a salty environment yesterday;
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160104_009_zps8qqzypkt.jpg)
No.7 carbon braving a salty environment yesterday;
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160104_009_zps8qqzypkt.jpg)
Love the pic. Mine will be heading to the beach soon as well. Also had a crackin idea earlier today about using a blade from a larger number.
No.7 carbon braving a salty environment yesterday;
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160104_009_zps8qqzypkt.jpg)
Love the pic. Mine will be heading to the beach soon as well. Also had a crackin idea earlier today about using a blade from a larger number.
Cheers ZMan. Your idea sounds mega - are you talking a larger blade in a smaller handle?
No.7 carbon braving a salty environment yesterday;
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160104_009_zps8qqzypkt.jpg)
Love the pic. Mine will be heading to the beach soon as well. Also had a crackin idea earlier today about using a blade from a larger number.
Cheers ZMan. Your idea sounds mega - are you talking a larger blade in a smaller handle?
Sort of, need to see one in person to compare and figure out if it will work and if it's worth the cost and effort.
No.7 carbon braving a salty environment yesterday;
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160104_009_zps8qqzypkt.jpg)
Love the pic. Mine will be heading to the beach soon as well. Also had a crackin idea earlier today about using a blade from a larger number.
Cheers ZMan. Your idea sounds mega - are you talking a larger blade in a smaller handle?
Sort of, need to see one in person to compare and figure out if it will work and if it's worth the cost and effort.
Ive been thinking there might be mileage in the opposite; smaller blade in bigger handle
No.7 carbon braving a salty environment yesterday;
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160104_009_zps8qqzypkt.jpg)
Love the pic. Mine will be heading to the beach soon as well. Also had a crackin idea earlier today about using a blade from a larger number.
Cheers ZMan. Your idea sounds mega - are you talking a larger blade in a smaller handle?
No.7 carbon braving a salty environment yesterday;
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160104_009_zps8qqzypkt.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20160104_009_zps8qqzypkt.jpg.html)
No.7 carbon braving a salty environment yesterday;
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160104_009_zps8qqzypkt.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20160104_009_zps8qqzypkt.jpg.html)
Great pic :tu:
That's some cool patina on the blade. Did you force it ?
It has a patina from general use but I have been eating a lot of oranges recently and waiting a while before cleaning the blade. I have a friend whose No.7 blade is near enough black - she's had it for about 20 years. I would've taken a pic of it last time I saw her but she'd think I was being weird.
My new to me Opinel all sharpened and collar mod done. Now I can feel good about pocket carry with the knife locking in the closed position. The knife came with a great patina which just makes me love it even more. The knife is a dream in the kitchen tho when cleaning it must make sure to not wet the wood too much. The pivot point swells and the blade sticks.
I have seen both knives but have yet to acquire either. I love using my Opinel in the kitchen. I have much "better" knives but it gives me a big smile especially as the blade darkens.
+1 - The Peasant has an excellent carbon blade.I have seen both knives but have yet to acquire either. I love using my Opinel in the kitchen. I have much "better" knives but it gives me a big smile especially as the blade darkens.
I mention the Svord because the design makes it very easy to take apart and completely clean everything if you want. It's literally just two flathead screws. The Svord blades will patina with use as well. You can't go wrong with either the Opinel or Svord. :tu:
I recently bought two Opinels and surprisingly enough have been disappointed with both.
I recently bought two Opinels and surprisingly enough have been disappointed with both.
I thought you liked them Cappy?
I recently bought two Opinels and surprisingly enough have been disappointed with both.
I thought you liked them Cappy?
I like my old Opinel. The new ones I bought...... Not so much.
I recently bought two Opinels and surprisingly enough have been disappointed with both.
I thought you liked them Cappy?
I like my old Opinel. The new ones I bought...... Not so much.
I recently bought two Opinels and surprisingly enough have been disappointed with both.
I thought you liked them Cappy?
I like my old Opinel. The new ones I bought...... Not so much.
What differences from the original have disappointed you? Apologies if you've already given the answer elsewhere and I've missed it :salute:
Thanks for the explainations, and good luck with the remedial work :cheers:
Thanks for the explainations, and good luck with the remedial work :cheers:
I don't know how you use the word remedial around there, but around here that would be a insult. :think:
Never heard of remedial being an insult. Like you said, it's just a remedy.Thanks for the explainations, and good luck with the remedial work :cheers:
I don't know how you use the word remedial around there, but around here that would be a insult. :think:
Oh..... :think:...... well whatever the interpretation is over there, that's not how I meant it
Remedial as in remedy, solution to a problem.
Basically, good luck in putting the knife right :tu:
Never heard of remedial being an insult. Like you said, it's just a remedy.Thanks for the explainations, and good luck with the remedial work :cheers:
I don't know how you use the word remedial around there, but around here that would be a insult. :think:
Oh..... :think:...... well whatever the interpretation is over there, that's not how I meant it
Remedial as in remedy, solution to a problem.
Basically, good luck in putting the knife right :tu:
Never heard of remedial being an insult. Like you said, it's just a remedy.Thanks for the explainations, and good luck with the remedial work :cheers:
I don't know how you use the word remedial around there, but around here that would be a insult. :think:
Oh..... :think:...... well whatever the interpretation is over there, that's not how I meant it
Remedial as in remedy, solution to a problem.
Basically, good luck in putting the knife right :tu:
I am not offended at all as I know you did not mean what the word means to me.
You know, I thought it looked like a shark too - eye, teeth, body shape and tail.
Now I'm scared to carry it. :doh:
There's a lack of pics on this page so far, so......Show content(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad80/magentus2112/WP_20160113_0141_zpsdyncempj.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/magentus2112/media/WP_20160113_0141_zpsdyncempj.jpg.html)
Ok, here's a new pic....
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Opi%20group%201_zps1whghgul.jpg)
Ok, here's a new pic....
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Opi%20group%201_zps1whghgul.jpg)
Nice, do you have a pic of your entire collection or is there not a big enough wide angle lens to take a photo
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Ok, here's a new pic....
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Opi%20group%201_zps1whghgul.jpg)
Nice, do you have a pic of your entire collection or is there not a big enough wide angle lens to take a photo
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LOL! Nah, I have very few Opies.
Just these...
Ok, here's a new pic....
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Opi%20group%201_zps1whghgul.jpg)
Nice, do you have a pic of your entire collection or is there not a big enough wide angle lens to take a photo
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LOL! Nah, I have very few Opies.
Just these...
Well that's Nice and all but I meant EVERYTHING, are you part of the get a knife once a week club
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Ok, here's a new pic....
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Opi%20group%201_zps1whghgul.jpg)
Nice, do you have a pic of your entire collection or is there not a big enough wide angle lens to take a photo
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LOL! Nah, I have very few Opies.
Just these...
Well that's Nice and all but I meant EVERYTHING, are you part of the get a knife once a week club
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:rofl: No, I skip a week every now and then....and I'm in too poor health to get them all out at once. :facepalm:
I gotta cut back some....
Ok, here's a new pic....
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Opi%20group%201_zps1whghgul.jpg)
Nice, do you have a pic of your entire collection or is there not a big enough wide angle lens to take a photo
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LOL! Nah, I have very few Opies.
Just these...
Well that's Nice and all but I meant EVERYTHING, are you part of the get a knife once a week club
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:rofl: No, I skip a week every now and then....and I'm in too poor health to get them all out at once. :facepalm:
I gotta cut back some....
I can think of worse Habits, I'm just messing with you my friend. Gods speed to good health !
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Cool, can you post a picture? :Dhere you go... (http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/o757/mrynnr/MT/896E8DC7-0037-4AB4-8A98-9CE04DAA90F7_zpsjlr49waw.jpg) (http://s1341.photobucket.com/user/mrynnr/media/MT/896E8DC7-0037-4AB4-8A98-9CE04DAA90F7_zpsjlr49waw.jpg.html) :)
Cool, can you post a picture? :Dhere you go... (http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/o757/mrynnr/MT/896E8DC7-0037-4AB4-8A98-9CE04DAA90F7_zpsjlr49waw.jpg) (http://s1341.photobucket.com/user/mrynnr/media/MT/896E8DC7-0037-4AB4-8A98-9CE04DAA90F7_zpsjlr49waw.jpg.html) :)
It's not orange, it's tangerine :P
(http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg95/nikoleta_rangelova/nikoleta_rangelova022/IMG_20160128_132247_zpseq8itrtu.jpg)
awesome, m47! :tu:
Wow ! very cool carved handle :tu:
Cool pic NNR!
No locking collar in the closed position
No locking collar in the closed position
Well, I learned something. All of mine lock closed. You don't want that opening in your pocket, eh? Wise of you do mod it.
Finally got around to putting a real edge on my Opie.
Wow this thing is sharp. Has replaced my HAP Delica as the sharpest thing I own. Didn't even put that steep of an angle on it, only about 40 degrees.
(http://i70.photobucket.com/albums/i86/HarleyXJGuy/Mobile%20Uploads/rps20160129_183131_084.jpg~original) (http://s70.photobucket.com/user/HarleyXJGuy/media/Mobile%20Uploads/rps20160129_183131_084.jpg.html)
UGH what a dunce. I posted wrong pic hahaha.
Capt. neither did these. I had to mod the "ramp" that locks the blade when closed.
The Tanto blade was something imposed for a challenge it was built for (and won it btw), Carving process took me a while before having this bamboo-like result :)
Old pics:
(http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj631/m47mu74nt/opibou/DSCF2656_zps107d8a55.png)
The Tanto blade was something imposed for a challenge it was built for (and won it btw), Carving process took me a while before having this bamboo-like result :)
Old pics:
(http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj631/m47mu74nt/opibou/DSCF2656_zps107d8a55.png)
Looks great! Quite original, too, I should think. :tu: :hatsoff:
The Tanto blade was something imposed for a challenge it was built for (and won it btw), Carving process took me a while before having this bamboo-like result :)
Old pics:
(http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj631/m47mu74nt/opibou/DSCF2656_zps107d8a55.png)
Looks great! Quite original, too, I should think. :tu: :hatsoff:
No, silly! It's a mod, not an original...
:pok: :D
ok, seeing as how i've figured out how to link to photobucket heres a few pics of my #8 carbon -
(http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p639/eamonf/IMG_0249_zpsrqiab5j8.jpg) (http://s1159.photobucket.com/user/eamonf/media/IMG_0249_zpsrqiab5j8.jpg.html)
(http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p639/eamonf/IMG_0250_zpsnzab4y6h.jpg) (http://s1159.photobucket.com/user/eamonf/media/IMG_0250_zpsnzab4y6h.jpg.html)
(http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p639/eamonf/IMG_0235_zpscyfhpbas.jpg) (http://s1159.photobucket.com/user/eamonf/media/IMG_0235_zpscyfhpbas.jpg.html)
ok, seeing as how i've figured out how to link to photobucket heres a few pics of my #8 carbon -
(http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p639/eamonf/IMG_0249_zpsrqiab5j8.jpg) (http://s1159.photobucket.com/user/eamonf/media/IMG_0249_zpsrqiab5j8.jpg.html)
(http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p639/eamonf/IMG_0250_zpsnzab4y6h.jpg) (http://s1159.photobucket.com/user/eamonf/media/IMG_0250_zpsnzab4y6h.jpg.html)
(http://i1159.photobucket.com/albums/p639/eamonf/IMG_0235_zpscyfhpbas.jpg) (http://s1159.photobucket.com/user/eamonf/media/IMG_0235_zpscyfhpbas.jpg.html)
Great pics E-Mizzle! I'm glad you got to grips with photobucket otherwise you wouldn't have had an 'opinel'. Should I get my coat?
Lovely pics! :tu:
i wouldn't be giving up the day job Mags . . . . these pics are dedicated to you - my opinel would still be gathering dust if you hadn't tempted me to dig it out, and it is one nice knife, been using it for food prep the last week or two.
i wouldn't be giving up the day job Mags . . . . these pics are dedicated to you - my opinel would still be gathering dust if you hadn't tempted me to dig it out, and it is one nice knife, been using it for food prep the last week or two.
:pok: Mags is a bad influence
:whistle: :D :cheers:
And I just received a N3 :D I didn't expect it to be so tiny :ahhh :ahhh They must sell N1 and N2 together with magnifying glasses then.
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I picked up a number 8 Opinel to see what they were all about. It's a really good slicer but I found it to be too short for food prep - I hate getting food all over the handle, and in the pivot. So ordered a number 12 slim ( :facepalm:). Been using it a couple of weeks, really liking it - nice and light, slices really well, and is easy to keep sharp.
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Wow, that is small :oThat's what she said.
Wow, that is small :oThat's what she said.
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Here's a couple of mine, a well used and loved No. 7 and a No. 9 I rubbed down and added a lanyard hole and easy open notch to.When we have knives we are scared to touch, we send them to Harley in Texas. Nice Opi's BTW :salute:
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I've also got a No. 4 at home but after getting it hair whittling sharp I'm scared to touch it.
Cheers
Jon
:facepalm:Here's a couple of mine, a well used and loved No. 7 and a No. 9 I rubbed down and added a lanyard hole and easy open notch to.When we have knives we are scared to touch, we send them to Harley in Texas. Nice Opi's BTW :salute:
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I've also got a No. 4 at home but after getting it hair whittling sharp I'm scared to touch it.
Cheers
Jon
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Wood burned :D
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others look just a little too small
No.7 is very cool, but if you already have an 8 and still insist you are not a collector, there's no need for you to have a second Opinel.
unless you're collecting them.
Until you see for yourself you won't really know. Better get a No.7 and No.9 for thecollectioncomparison. One carbon and one stainless.
No.7 is very cool, but if you already have an 8 and still insist you are not a collector, there's no need for you to have a second Opinel.
unless you're collecting them.
alright heres the thing - short story -
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longer story - I had a #8 sitting idle until Mags suggested i get it out of storage, and I found i really like it to the extent it's now utilised in the kitchen permanently, therefore I now need a replacement. It's a replacement, see ?Until you see for yourself you won't really know. Better get a No.7 and No.9 for thecollectioncomparison. One carbon and one stainless.
No, as i am not a collector, I don't think i need a #7 and #9 - the #8 i have seems to suit me nicely i just wanted an idea of the other sizes :) - my definition of a collection is someone who well, collects things for the sake of it, not necessarily to use, but to possess - hmmmmmmm :facepalm: anyway, i use my stuff, therefore by my definition i'm not a collector - not saying that people here don't use their collections, but one or two moras / opinels / LM's does not a collection make.
Real Men only use No13s :salute: :salute: :salute: :salute: :salute: :salute: :salute: :salute: :salute: :salute: :D
I personally like the No7 just a little more than the No8. No6 is a shade too small for my taste.
I personally like the No7 just a little more than the No8. No6 is a shade too small for my taste.
I personally like the No7 just a little more than the No8. No6 is a shade too small for my taste.
I personally like the No7 just a little more than the No8. No6 is a shade too small for my taste.
Got to agree with you there GMan - No.7 is the perfect size for me. I haven't seen a 6 to compare it with (as I'm not a collector :whistle:) but I can't imagine wanting to go any smaller. Or bigger.
All my life I've used a #8 (I won't count a keychain #2 I have as a user). Thanks to this thread I took a look at #7 and 9; I have to say I like both better that #8. #7 is a lot of knife in a very pocket-friendly package and #9 is quite a substantial knife.
Edit: The thing about Opinel knives is their tip. I love #9's size but I think I prefer #7's tip.
I personally like the No7 just a little more than the No8. No6 is a shade too small for my taste.
+1
Besides, the nº7 green looks great!
:D :D
Had a #6 and sent it to a member I have two #8s and really like them much better. I'd give the #7 a try to see if its the "goldilocks" of Opinel.
I personally like the No7 just a little more than the No8. No6 is a shade too small for my taste.I personally like the No7 just a little more than the No8. No6 is a shade too small for my taste.
Got to agree with you there GMan - No.7 is the perfect size for me. I haven't seen a 6 to compare it with (as I'm not a collector :whistle:) but I can't imagine wanting to go any smaller. Or bigger.All my life I've used a #8 (I won't count a keychain #2 I have as a user). Thanks to this thread I took a look at #7 and 9; I have to say I like both better that #8. #7 is a lot of knife in a very pocket-friendly package and #9 is quite a substantial knife.
Edit: The thing about Opinel knives is their tip. I love #9's size but I think I prefer #7's tip.I personally like the No7 just a little more than the No8. No6 is a shade too small for my taste.
+1
Besides, the nº7 green looks great!
:D :DHad a #6 and sent it to a member I have two #8s and really like them much better. I'd give the #7 a try to see if its the "goldilocks" of Opinel.
lads .... are ye doing this just to mess with my head ??? :think: :facepalm:
I personally like the No7 just a little more than the No8. No6 is a shade too small for my taste.I personally like the No7 just a little more than the No8. No6 is a shade too small for my taste.
Got to agree with you there GMan - No.7 is the perfect size for me. I haven't seen a 6 to compare it with (as I'm not a collector :whistle:) but I can't imagine wanting to go any smaller. Or bigger.All my life I've used a #8 (I won't count a keychain #2 I have as a user). Thanks to this thread I took a look at #7 and 9; I have to say I like both better that #8. #7 is a lot of knife in a very pocket-friendly package and #9 is quite a substantial knife.
Edit: The thing about Opinel knives is their tip. I love #9's size but I think I prefer #7's tip.I personally like the No7 just a little more than the No8. No6 is a shade too small for my taste.
+1
Besides, the nº7 green looks great!
:D :DHad a #6 and sent it to a member I have two #8s and really like them much better. I'd give the #7 a try to see if its the "goldilocks" of Opinel.
lads .... are ye doing this just to mess with my head ??? :think: :facepalm:
It depends...Show content
Is it working?
:D :D :D :D
Sweet! Where did you get one so quickly? Is your group of disparate tools complete yet?
new #7 for my small group of disparate tools . . .
#7 and #8 :)
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Sweet! Where did you get one so quickly? Is your group of disparate tools complete yet?
It doesn't look that much smaller in your picture, how do you like it compared to the No. 8 ?
And there Eamo is the slippery slope from denial all the way down to............a collection. We've all been there: That's all I need for now........but I've got my eye on X in the future (pay day).Sweet! Where did you get one so quickly? Is your group of disparate tools complete yet?
outdoor store in the town near me - had to go to the vet for medication for the youngest so called in to have a look. Yeah, thinking my group of disparate tools is pretty much complete. I see another mora on the distant horizon, but for me thats about it for now.
And there Eamo is the slippery slope from denial all the way down to............a collection. We've all been there: That's all I need for now........but I've got my eye on X in the future (pay day).Sweet! Where did you get one so quickly? Is your group of disparate tools complete yet?
outdoor store in the town near me - had to go to the vet for medication for the youngest so called in to have a look. Yeah, thinking my group of disparate tools is pretty much complete. I see another mora on the distant horizon, but for me thats about it for now.
How's your doggie recovering? Ours is home now, but still no clearer as to the causes :facepalm:
No 6 & 7 Carbon with apple cider ( hot) patina
I incorrectly stated apple cider, should have typed apple cider vinegar
Curious to see if it will work on stainless .
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:P
Definitely some photo illusion going on here
This looks like a monstrous plaster/(band-aid) not a tiny knife !!
Maybe coz the knife shape is the same as the larger models ??? !!
Nice pic mate. :tu:
Sorry we got you to spend your hard earned cash on another Opinel, especially as it's not changed your mind about the No8. :D
Another sweet pic E :cheers:
Well even though i'm a idiot and forgot this is a stainless model it turned out alright. A bit faint, but i'm alright with that.
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Well even though i'm a idiot and forgot this is a stainless model it turned out alright. A bit faint, but i'm alright with that.
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that turned out good !
Love the tiger stripe camo Capt! :salute:
Elmo, if that No.7 isn't working for you, Harley runs a rest home for retired knives - send it his way.
Which size are you going to not collect next?
Love the tiger stripe camo Capt! :salute:
Elmo, if that No.7 isn't working for you, Harley runs a rest home for retired knives - send it his way.
Which size are you going to not collect next?
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
naw, thats my group of opinels complete now - i'll keep my #7 as a day to day working knife no need to retire it. i'm sure it'll grow on me :)
Love the tiger stripe camo Capt! :salute:
Elmo, if that No.7 isn't working for you, Harley runs a rest home for retired knives - send it his way.
Which size are you going to not collect next?
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
naw, thats my group of opinels complete now - i'll keep my #7 as a day to day working knife no need to retire it. i'm sure it'll grow on me :)
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:D :D :D :D
Well even though i'm a idiot and forgot this is a stainless model it turned out alright. A bit faint, but i'm alright with that.
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that turned out good !
I'd say so as well. :tu: In fact, given that it's stainless, it's perhaps less likely to get obscured by other marks.
Elmo, if that No.7 isn't working for you, Harley runs a rest home for retired knives - send it his way.
Elmo, if that No.7 isn't working for you, Harley runs a rest home for retired knives - send it his way.
I do what I can.
Elmo, if that No.7 isn't working for you, Harley runs a rest home for retired knives - send it his way.
I do what I can.
Cheers Harley, appreciate it ! :cheers:
Well even though i'm a idiot and forgot this is a stainless model it turned out alright. A bit faint, but i'm alright with that.
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that turned out good !
I'd say so as well. :tu: In fact, given that it's stainless, it's perhaps less likely to get obscured by other marks.
I'd say it turned out really really nice. I like the faintness of the stripes as opposed to them being so etched in and so dark.
Guys/Gals, for those of you who get their opinels wet or need to wash them how do you prevent rust forming in the pivot/hinge/tang (i dunno the correct term for where the blade is recessed in the handle - someone might enlighten me ?)WD40 is your friend Eamo. The place in question is called the Falangey and it's best to keep it dry. Spray the Falangey with the WD40 and work it in by opening and closing the blade. I wouldn't normally feel I had to advise caution when handling the blade but you got your Opi wet so.........
I've noticed some rust forming on my #8, it's going to be a bitch to clean it too :(
Guys/Gals, for those of you who get their opinels wet or need to wash them how do you prevent rust forming in the pivot/hinge/tang (i dunno the correct term for where the blade is recessed in the handle - someone might enlighten me ?)WD40 is your friend Eamo. The place in question is called the Falangey and it's best to keep it dry. Spray the Falangey with the WD40 and work it in by opening and closing the blade. I wouldn't normally feel I had to advise caution when handling the blade but you got your Opi wet so.........
I've noticed some rust forming on my #8, it's going to be a bitch to clean it too :(
Remember, if you feel you can't cope with owning an Opinel you can always send it to Harley's care home for unkempt Opinels. He will look after it and send you a regular update letter.
WD-39? That's 1 more friendly.Guys/Gals, for those of you who get their opinels wet or need to wash them how do you prevent rust forming in the pivot/hinge/tang (i dunno the correct term for where the blade is recessed in the handle - someone might enlighten me ?)WD40 is your friend Eamo. The place in question is called the Falangey and it's best to keep it dry. Spray the Falangey with the WD40 and work it in by opening and closing the blade. I wouldn't normally feel I had to advise caution when handling the blade but you got your Opi wet so.........
I've noticed some rust forming on my #8, it's going to be a bitch to clean it too :(
Remember, if you feel you can't cope with owning an Opinel you can always send it to Harley's care home for unkempt Opinels. He will look after it and send you a regular update letter.
thank you Mags - thing is, it's a tool, so its going to get used, and part of it getting used is it gets wet :) such is life ! Recommend anything other then WD-40 ? something more food friendly ?
An Opinel is like a Mogwai - Get them wet at your peril.
An Opinel is like a Mogwai - Get them wet at your peril.
as i'm discovering :)
I love Opinels in an abstract sense, and own several of them. In a practical sense, though, I almost never carry one. A SAK has more utility in the same size, for example. A 108mm Solo is thinner in the pocket, though neither have locking blades. If one is carrying an MT or SAK, then an Opinel is (mostly) redundant.
However . . .
the Opinel excels at 1) locking, 2) aesthetics (probably), 3) weight, 4) ease of slicing, and 5) ergonomics in the hand (probably). These are not insignificant factors. If one places a premium on ease of slicing - which is really the whole point of carrying a knife - then an Opinel will be a top contender. Maybe the contender, because virtually no other knife slices like an Opinel, and certainly no knife does it as well for US$12.
The Opinel also excels at forcing the user to slow down and witness the cutting experience. A spendy folder thwacks open instantly, and you are done with your cutting experience before you know what happened. You have to be present in the moment when using an Opinel. Zen and the Art of Opinels.
Okay, maybe I like them more than I thought I did.
I love Opinels in an abstract sense, and own several of them. In a practical sense, though, I almost never carry one. A SAK has more utility in the same size, for example. A 108mm Solo is thinner in the pocket, though neither have locking blades. If one is carrying an MT or SAK, then an Opinel is (mostly) redundant.
However . . .
the Opinel excels at 1) locking, 2) aesthetics (probably), 3) weight, 4) ease of slicing, and 5) ergonomics in the hand (probably). These are not insignificant factors. If one places a premium on ease of slicing - which is really the whole point of carrying a knife - then an Opinel will be a top contender. Maybe the contender, because virtually no other knife slices like an Opinel, and certainly no knife does it as well for US$12.
The Opinel also excels at forcing the user to slow down and witness the cutting experience. A spendy folder thwacks open instantly, and you are done with your cutting experience before you know what happened. You have to be present in the moment when using an Opinel. Zen and the Art of Opinels.
Okay, maybe I like them more than I thought I did.
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It might just be me being slow today, but I can't think that I've heard of the Opinel Outdoor Junior before: http://www.heinnie.com/opinel-outdoor-junior
As well as the curved "tip" I just noticed that the blade beside the Virobloc has been modified.
Decided to change the choil a little, I like it even more now.
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Lol.
She LOVES apples in a way I have never seen.
It might just be me being slow today, but I can't think that I've heard of the Opinel Outdoor Junior before: http://www.heinnie.com/opinel-outdoor-junior
As well as the curved "tip" I just noticed that the blade beside the Virobloc has been modified.
Why does that look familiar? :think:Show contentDecided to change the choil a little, I like it even more now.
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It might just be me being slow today, but I can't think that I've heard of the Opinel Outdoor Junior before: http://www.heinnie.com/opinel-outdoor-junior
As well as the curved "tip" I just noticed that the blade beside the Virobloc has been modified.
Why does that look familiar? :think:Show contentDecided to change the choil a little, I like it even more now.
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Are you going to ask for your royalties? :D
How long could it take to ship a Nr7 Opi?? Ordered saturnday and ditnt got a shiping mail yet..Hang in there matzesu - it will be worth the wait.
And what should i know when i have this wonderfull peace of frenche ingeneuring??
Its now on its way :)A powerful combination! You'll be set for life. :salute:
It will be a great combo for my swisschamp XLT :)
O weh, i got the Opinel now for about 1 Minute in Hands, and i found that its easy to open whit one hands..
So its a one hand open knife??
Or is my Opi just too new, and it will tighten in the next weeks of use??
O weh, i got the Opinel now for about 1 Minute in Hands, and i found that its easy to open whit one hands..
So its a one hand open knife??
Or is my Opi just too new, and it will tighten in the next weeks of use??
At least i got one of the knifes, which arent that thight at the beginning that you need a plier based multitool to open it..
I heard that there where lots of diverents in the batches..
You need luck to get a good knife..
The Nr.7 also looks quite smale, so its want scare anywhone..
Looking forward for the first buns i will slice whit this blade..
(Buns = Brötchen in Englisch)
Pics incommingVery nice matzesu! I love the colour - you won't ever lose it!
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I just got an Opinel 12 Slim Bubinga:
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I just got an Opinel 12 Slim Bubinga:
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Opinel Brun & Noir, special edition 2016.
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Opinel Brun & Noir, special edition 2016.
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That is one sweet Opie dude :tu:
For all those impatient for new pics (like me) here's a classic placeholder:
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I like the burnt look Maba, did you do it yourself?I second that, best looking Opi :salute:
I like the burnt look Maba, did you do it yourself?
Looks great Zman, nice job :tu:+1
Looking good Zoidy. :tu:
Looks great Zman, nice job :tu:+1
Looks great !
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Got an number 8 yesterday, and so far I love it!
I even started a living patina journal in a different thread
Old No.8 today
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Nice pic :cheers:
Brilliant! They have such a friendly 'old timey' look to them that no one would feel they are a weapon. It is a design that has, like the SAK, reached perfection.
I just came across this one, Opinel N.12 Explore.
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It is an interesting little thing: a clip point other than the usual Opinel one a synthetic handle housing a whistle, a gutting blade and a firestarter.
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=30307.0;attach=276828;image)
Has anyone seen this in person? I think it might be a useful little kit though I don't really like how it looks and how the lanyard loop/lower part of the hooked blade sticks out at the pommel.
I just came across this one, Opinel N.12 Explore.
It is an interesting little thing: a clip point other than the usual Opinel one a synthetic handle housing a whistle, a gutting blade and a firestarter.
Has anyone seen this in person? I think it might be a useful little kit though I don't really like how it looks and how the lanyard loop/lower part of the hooked blade sticks out at the pommel.
Why are they overrated? They are cheap for what they do, come in both carbon and inoxydable, in many different sizes, they all lock open and closed, you may carve the handle or right your sweetheart's name on it, they can be opened with one hand, they are very pretty, their handle is comfortable and now they explore modern uses and materials.
The Opinel is an honest knife IMO. It doesn't pretend to be something it isn't yet does what its supposed to do. The simplicity is where this knife earns its place in many "knife peoples" collection and usage.
Lets not compare it to any and allow it to stand alone as it should. The Carbon blade on both my Opinels are surgical in sharpness and are easily brought back when needed. The patina that develops over time is to me a gorgeous badge it wears proudly.
Simple, elegant, and effective are to me what makes the Opinel an Icon in the knife world. Overrated? I can see how one could say this but let me ask you this, To some degree aren't all Icon's subject to being labeled, overrated?
One must first be labeled Icon first before one can then be overrated!
http://www.opinel.com/en/the-brand/opinel-story
:D Nice!!!
:D Nice!!!
Very 8)
But how big is it ??? :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh Biggest Opinel ever :o :D
#13 is the biggest. If it followed the nomenclature of the rest, it would be called #22.
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-08/CAM04020_zpsnfcyrloq.jpg)
#13 is the biggest. If it followed the nomenclature of the rest, it would be called #22.
I stand corrected;it is indeed a #13. I'm not quite sure how I came to list it in my records as a #17;must have been a"senior moment". Please accept my apologies. :oops:
#13 is the biggest. If it followed the nomenclature of the rest, it would be called #22.
I stand corrected;it is indeed a #13. I'm not quite sure how I came to list it in my records as a #17;must have been a"senior moment". Please accept my apologies. :oops:
:salute: No biggie :D A 13 is still gigantic :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :like:
#13 is the biggest. If it followed the nomenclature of the rest, it would be called #22.
I stand corrected;it is indeed a #13. I'm not quite sure how I came to list it in my records as a #17;must have been a"senior moment". Please accept my apologies. :oops:
:salute: No biggie :D A 13 is still gigantic :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :like:
#13 is the biggest. If it followed the nomenclature of the rest, it would be called #22.
I stand corrected;it is indeed a #13. I'm not quite sure how I came to list it in my records as a #17;must have been a"senior moment". Please accept my apologies. :oops:
:salute: No biggie :D A 13 is still gigantic :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :like:
That's what she said :D
pfrsantos, you are slacking :pok:
(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8470/28778656580_b7b20e0edc_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KR58Y9)WP_20160818_002 (https://flic.kr/p/KR58Y9) by magpie2112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145157638@N06/), on Flickr
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That's got a nice shape to it mate. :tu:
:rofl:
Carrying the #6 Bubinga today.
(https://c5.staticflickr.com/9/8470/28778656580_b7b20e0edc_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/KR58Y9)WP_20160818_002 (https://flic.kr/p/KR58Y9) by magpie2112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145157638@N06/), on Flickr
That's got a nice shape to it mate. :tu:
+1 :tu:
I'm having thoughts of doing this to mine
Found these while looking at Opies.... I guess they are picnic knives.
Ones is a vintage Martins Palacoulo and I also ordered a couple of similar MAM versions.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/MAM%20Mart%20Pac_zps3jnqgwlv.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Picnic2_zpsrnvljoe6.jpg)
Found these while looking at Opies.... I guess they are picnic knives.
Ones is a vintage Martins Palacoulo and I also ordered a couple of similar MAM versions.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/MAM%20Mart%20Pac_zps3jnqgwlv.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Picnic2_zpsrnvljoe6.jpg)
I :like: those SG they look very interesting to me :cheers:Wonder if they are practical in use :tu: :like:
Found these while looking at Opies.... I guess they are picnic knives.
Ones is a vintage Martins Palacoulo and I also ordered a couple of similar MAM versions.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/MAM%20Mart%20Pac_zps3jnqgwlv.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Picnic2_zpsrnvljoe6.jpg)
I :like: those SG they look very interesting to me :cheers:Wonder if they are practical in use :tu: :like:
Found these while looking at Opies.... I guess they are picnic knives.
Ones is a vintage Martins Palacoulo and I also ordered a couple of similar MAM versions.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/MAM%20Mart%20Pac_zps3jnqgwlv.jpg)
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Picnic2_zpsrnvljoe6.jpg)
I :like: those SG they look very interesting to me :cheers:Wonder if they are practical in use :tu: :like:
I bought them to drop into my bags and haversack as a little utensil backup. They don't lock but the snug open just fine. I think if you were in the woods and needed to cut a piece of meat/fruit and then eat it, they are fine. A minimalist European version of the hobo knife! :tu: Construction very similar to an older Opie!
Here is the catálogo for produtos and the navalhas of the Cutelaria Martins
http://interactivepaper.p...s/magazine#/spreadview/0/ (http://interactivepaper.pai.pt/rdr/1102/jose_maria_martins-cutelaria_tradicional_de_palacoulo_lda-produtos/magazine#/spreadview/0/)
Those are pretty cool Robert :tu:
They are very nice. They lack the Viroblock however.
the MAM I have has a kind of linerlock if i remember well, need to find it and you'll get a pic
Here is the catálogo for produtos and the navalhas of the Cutelaria Martins
http://interactivepaper.p...s/magazine#/spreadview/0/ (http://interactivepaper.pai.pt/rdr/1102/jose_maria_martins-cutelaria_tradicional_de_palacoulo_lda-produtos/magazine#/spreadview/0/)
This is a portuguese online store that has these and similar knives. I get lots of stuff from them. Great prices and great service.
http://commerciol.com/
Just occured to me that this may not be allowed/looked upon kindly. I have no interest in this site, other than using it to fuel my addition. If the mods think I should remove the link, let me know (or just erase it, it's faster). Thanks!
Yes, you were faster than me, but still now that I returned the while house to find it and its cousins Opinels .... here are my pics:
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=30307.0;attach=282459)
from top to bottom, the Opinel Family:
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=30307.0;attach=282461)
n°4 inox,
n°4 cardon,
n°6 carbon, custom "bamboupinel" (sculpted a bamboo pattern out of the factory wood),
n°6 carbon, my first knife!
n°7 inox "Groupama" branded,
n°8 inox Olea europaea wood,
n°8 Effilé inox Olea europaea wood,
thanks :)
when will this banana stop dancing? :twak:
thanks :)
when will this banana stop dancing? :twak:
He has a dance like the "The song that never ends" 8) :D
I am looking up MAM knives now :facepalm:
thanks :)
when will this banana stop dancing? :twak:
He has a dance like the "The song that never ends" 8) :D
I am looking up MAM knives now :facepalm:
xD
btw i bought one to say "i have one" a while ago, it is nice to have it and play with it, use it lightly...
but really it doesn't compete with an Opinel : I certainly wouldn't trust the lock in intense use
This knife was a great answer to the needs of its users though.
ok ok, then it is a totally justified buy :D
ok ok, then it is a totally justified buy :D
That is probably the excuse I will tell my wife as well :think: :D
They look interesting SG
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/9/8050/29068326112_8124a4122d_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/LhELCq)WP_20160823_003 (https://flic.kr/p/LhELCq) by magpie2112 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/145157638@N06/), on Flickr
They are very nice. They lack the Viroblock however.
Not all of them...
(http://commerciol.com/image/cache/data/products/elegance_sabina-500x500.jpg)
the MAM I have has a kind of linerlock if i remember well, need to find it and you'll get a pic
FTFY...
8) 8)
(http://media.filmam.com/multimedia/fotos/1895/0003AE4D9AC2C8.jpg)
(http://media.filmam.com/multimedia/fotos/1894/0003AE4D8D7B54.jpg)
Yes, you were faster than me, but still now that I returned the while house to find it and its cousins Opinels .... here are my pics:
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=30307.0;attach=282459)
from top to bottom, the Opinel Family:
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=30307.0;attach=282461)
n°4 inox,
n°4 cardon,
n°6 carbon, custom "bamboupinel" (sculpted a bamboo pattern out of the factory wood),
n°6 carbon, my first knife!
n°7 inox "Groupama" branded,
n°8 inox Olea europaea wood,
n°8 Effilé inox Olea europaea wood,
Just came from my Holidays on the rural environment of the Pyrinees
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-08/CAM03500_zpsl9vqrce6.jpg)
It's the perfect place to find, use and discuss Opinels, really.
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/CAM03239_zps4kfqywcu.jpg)
I carried and used the Opi around cool guys, hikers and campers that shared the love for them. I've seen lots of variations, sizes and colours, but most of them were pretty worn and well used!
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-08/CAM04012_zps3jsfpxyb.jpg)
many other traditionals and slipjoints around, as well.
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-08/CAM03510_zps4rqu9ivr.jpg)
So sad none of them was into Multitools... ::)
Thank you!Yes, you were faster than me, but still now that I returned the while house to find it and its cousins Opinels .... here are my pics:
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=30307.0;attach=282459)
from top to bottom, the Opinel Family:
(http://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=30307.0;attach=282461)
n°4 inox,
n°4 cardon,
n°6 carbon, custom "bamboupinel" (sculpted a bamboo pattern out of the factory wood),
n°6 carbon, my first knife!
n°7 inox "Groupama" branded,
n°8 inox Olea europaea wood,
n°8 Effilé inox Olea europaea wood,
Great collection!!!!!
Nice pic ZMan! What have you done to that blade?
Nice pic ZMan! What have you done to that blade?
+1!!!! :cheers:
:D Niiiiiiice!
That turned out really nice Z :cheers:
Nice work - did you shorten the blade at the tang end as well? - it looks like it from your pic:That turned out really nice Z :cheers:
Thank you Steve. :tu: :tu:
(https://c2.staticflickr.com/9/8488/29120356281_fb2b387cca_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Lngroi)
Nice work - did you shorten the blade at the tang end as well? - it looks like it from your pic:That turned out really nice Z :cheers:
Thank you Steve. :tu: :tu:(https://c2.staticflickr.com/9/8488/29120356281_fb2b387cca_b.jpg)
and no one in the cafe said anything about you taking pics of knives? coolThey might have started to say something...........
and no one in the cafe said anything about you taking pics of knives? cool
Got a Carbone and Stainless 08 in the mail.
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-09/CAM04385_zpsrfdkbrm9.jpg)
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-09/CAM04382_zpslvgudawt.jpg)
Stainless' lock is wobbly and dances a lot, let's see if I can fix the wiggle
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-09/CAM04387_zpsvcjbwt68.jpg)
Edge came all jagged up too, something that seems too common with Opis as of late :-\
(http://i.imgur.com/YxkUVF8h.jpg?1)
Got a Carbone and Stainless 08 in the mail.
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-09/CAM04385_zpsrfdkbrm9.jpg)
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-09/CAM04382_zpslvgudawt.jpg)
Stainless' lock is wobbly and dances a lot, let's see if I can fix the wiggle
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-09/CAM04387_zpsvcjbwt68.jpg)
Edge came all jagged up too, something that seems too common with Opis as of late :-\
Four Opinels integrate my Opi family as of today, the Green, Stainless and Carbon nº8 and the beat up, wharnie-modified and crapped up wooden handle nº7
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-09/CAM04420_zpsxhdojy2m.jpg)
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-09/CAM04422_zpsarvhibsw.jpg)
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-09/CAM04421_zps9sy417vx.jpg)
Just an excuse to post the pics! :D
Four Opinels integrate my Opi family as of today, the Green, Stainless and Carbon nº8 and the beat up, wharnie-modified and crapped up wooden handle nº7
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-09/CAM04420_zpsxhdojy2m.jpg)
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-09/CAM04422_zpsarvhibsw.jpg)
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2016-09/CAM04421_zps9sy417vx.jpg)
Just an excuse to post the pics! :D
Nice!!! :tu:
Here it is.
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160904/20a16a1a3ed671aedb7943093706e5fd.jpg)
As you see, it is an evolution of the Outdoor design. Similar lines and colors, but a gripier orange surface (a rubber material, in contrast with the Outdoor). You can't open it with one hand, since the protrusion is minimal and the nail nick flash with the handle. You can put a paracord through the hole, in contrast with the tiny cord of the Outdoor.
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160904/ec506b279ea4606193a4edae3c12f625.jpg)
You see that it is huge. The handle is big even for my hands. I think it would be better with a #11 handle and #9 blade. Or #10 blade with smaller accessories section. The blade is strong but far from the yatagan trademark form. I would like a blade similar to the Outdoors (more clipped) with no serrations.
It targets the Victorinox Hunter, Ranger Hunter and similar hunting folders. It would be nice as a backup to a fixed bushcraft/hunting blade, or or for a survival kit or a bug out bag. Good also for camping and general outdoors. At 35€ it's not expensive. It is very strong, and the Viroblock is a monster, more ergonomic than in smaller folders (it doesn't cut your thumb) and there's no play. There are reviews in Youtube for more info.
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I tried the fire starter and it worked when the black paint was removed and I found the right angle. The gutting tool can be removed and used independently for fine work and small game. The whistle is loud.
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160904/e789b650252812ef4b7dcf78c116d235.jpg)
New pic of the Opinel/Coghlans #9 Camp.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Opie%20Coghlans%20009%20Camp_zpsvrmxpxpg.jpg)
New pic of the Opinel/Coghlans #9 Camp.
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Opie%20Coghlans%20009%20Camp_zpsvrmxpxpg.jpg)
Nice SG :like:
I see no reaction. You don't like it? :pok:
Those are some nice ones Robert :cheers:
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Bet I'm not the only one thinking this:Show content(http://www.snappypixels.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/funny-zombie-pictures-10.jpg)
:D :D :D :D
That #2 is cuteIt works fine, just like the Vics and Wengers. The thing is, for efficient sawing, the length of the saw should be at least 1.5 times the diameter of the branch, preferably some more.
Ronald, how well does the Opinel saw work?
That #2 is cuteIt works fine, just like the Vics and Wengers. The thing is, for efficient sawing, the length of the saw should be at least 1.5 times the diameter of the branch, preferably some more.
Ronald, how well does the Opinel saw work?
Very interesting. I don't think I've ever seen the camo handle before. :salute:My dealer brought it from a show in Germany, that's all I know about it.
Very interesting. I don't think I've ever seen the camo handle before. :salute:
This is the only one I know of. It's about 7 years old now.Very interesting. I don't think I've ever seen the camo handle before. :salute:
+1
Any other paterns? I've never seen this, even in the Opinel site museum.
:like:
I am using my Opis, lately. Carbon steel and wood. What's not to like?
... blade poking out of front of handle and thick "bolster" make the knife impossible to use all the edge or all the handle to do any detail carving drawing the knife toward your thumb.
I have given my Opi's an unsharpened ricasso. Love it. To get a ricasso, and not a dinky/poky/bloodletting/edge-eating finger choil, I sharpened the knife on a coarse stone for 10 minutes, until the edge was even with the front of the handle, except for a recurve/point at the base. Then I ground off the point.
Works better than I would have even imagined. I can use thumb as backstop or choke up on the blade. Even if my finger overhangs the blade a good bit, no bite, no blood.
All Photobucket wants to do, lately, is install advertising viri on my computer. No pics. If you can make/sharpen a recurve, you got the idea.
Sounds very interesting. Any chance of a pic?What hosting site do you guys use around here?
Apologies if I've posted this before. My Opinel 6 in Olive. Nothing I own, nothing, comes close to slicing like an Opinel.
(http://www.timelessjewishart.com/EDC_zx/opinel.jpg)
Apologies if I've posted this before. My Opinel 6 in Olive. Nothing I own, nothing, comes close to slicing like an Opinel.
(http://www.timelessjewishart.com/EDC_zx/opinel.jpg)
Apologies if I've posted this before. My Opinel 6 in Olive. Nothing I own, nothing, comes close to slicing like an Opinel.
(http://www.timelessjewishart.com/EDC_zx/opinel.jpg)
A picture I found on the web... If I understand correctly, these are called "funline".
A picture I found on the web... If I understand correctly, these are called "funline".
Mine is plastic.A picture I found on the web... If I understand correctly, these are called "funline".
Are they wood with a fancy paint job or a real synthetic?
Mine is plastic.A picture I found on the web... If I understand correctly, these are called "funline".
Are they wood with a fancy paint job or a real synthetic?
I took a picture of two snowflake opinels in a shop (bottom right) . I do not recall seeing them beforeThen why didn't you buy??! :(
The shop was closed......
DEFINITELY tomorrow.
The shop was closed......
Maybe tomorrow.
The shop was closed......
Maybe tomorrow.
Rue 5 of life; Never, but never, pass up a buy on a SAK or Opinel that you don't have. You can never have too many SAK's or Opinels.
The shop was closed......
Maybe tomorrow.
Rue 5 of life; Never, but never, pass up a buy on a SAK or Opinel that you don't have. You can never have too many SAK's or Opinels.
(http://i.imgur.com/nFAl7tch.jpg)
Has anyone tried stabilizing the wood to stop the swelling? When new I vaseline'd up the handle and baked it in gently and that's given me a year plus without problems but now in the winter it's swollen up again. I was wondering about using something like Linseed/Tung oil on it instead this time to seal in the wood and stop the water getting in. Anyone tried that?
Burned wood >:D
(https://s25.postimg.org/9ee0aul1b/Opinel.jpg)
Burned wood >:D:like:
(https://s25.postimg.org/9ee0aul1b/Opinel.jpg)
Just ordered the Explorer :) its a bit bigger than my 7ner Opi, but a bit more useful, and for 30€, what could go wrong??
Pictures will follow, I expect the thing to arrive next week..
Nice choice mate. :tu:
Burned wood >:D
(https://s25.postimg.org/9ee0aul1b/Opinel.jpg)
Nice choice mate. :tu:
+100!!!
Carrying a Garden Opie today...
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Opinel%20Garden%201-3-17_zpspqchwlo3.jpg)
The Garden Opinel has become my single most used knife......99% of my food prep.
Makes me cringe to see with how little of the right thing you can get along :facepalm:
Considering how the small saw performed I always wanted the big boy......with a voucher and discount it was a no-brainer. Not a Silky Katanaboy, but works great......would've liked a slightly thicker blade though...
Great bunch of Opies in here :dd:
Reminds me that I need to buy more :facepalm: :D
Nice choice mate. :tu:
+100!!!
Carrying a Garden Opie today...
(http://i833.photobucket.com/albums/zz256/SAKGuy/Opinel%20Garden%201-3-17_zpspqchwlo3.jpg)
Nice pic buddy !
No.8Another one for the calendar Steve :salute:
(http://i.imgur.com/4mT3IF0.jpg)
Some cutting power!Another great pic RoSchro :salute:
Great pics mate. Looks like a lovely day for a walk. :tu:
Great pics mate. Looks like a lovely day for a walk. :tu:
Yesterday was a beautiful day for a walk in the woods :cheers: Today is a bit colder and then they are calling for snow tomorrow now :facepalm: Well maybe the snow will make a few good shots :D
Also digging the Junior you are carrying :cheers: it's a great color :like: :like:
Great pics mate. Looks like a lovely day for a walk. :tu:
Yesterday was a beautiful day for a walk in the woods :cheers: Today is a bit colder and then they are calling for snow tomorrow now :facepalm: Well maybe the snow will make a few good shots :D
Also digging the Junior you are carrying :cheers: it's a great color :like: :like:
Red is definitely my daughter's favourite colour so there really wasn't much choice in the matter. :D
I think we are past the point where snow is likely any more, but you never know.
Great pics mate. Looks like a lovely day for a walk. :tu:
Yesterday was a beautiful day for a walk in the woods :cheers: Today is a bit colder and then they are calling for snow tomorrow now :facepalm: Well maybe the snow will make a few good shots :D
Also digging the Junior you are carrying :cheers: it's a great color :like: :like:
Red is definitely my daughter's favourite colour so there really wasn't much choice in the matter. :D
I think we are past the point where snow is likely any more, but you never know.
Spring is here in less than 2 weeks but the freak snowstorm occasionally gets us :ahhh
If my little girl wants something in a certain color she gets it as well :D Usually blue with her though :tu:
Great pics mate. Looks like a lovely day for a walk. :tu:
Yesterday was a beautiful day for a walk in the woods :cheers: Today is a bit colder and then they are calling for snow tomorrow now :facepalm: Well maybe the snow will make a few good shots :D
Also digging the Junior you are carrying :cheers: it's a great color :like: :like:
Red is definitely my daughter's favourite colour so there really wasn't much choice in the matter. :D
I think we are past the point where snow is likely any more, but you never know.
Spring is here in less than 2 weeks but the freak snowstorm occasionally gets us :ahhh
If my little girl wants something in a certain color she gets it as well :D Usually blue with her though :tu:
Blue is the other colour choice for the Outdoor Junior. :pok:
Great pics mate. Looks like a lovely day for a walk. :tu:
Yesterday was a beautiful day for a walk in the woods :cheers: Today is a bit colder and then they are calling for snow tomorrow now :facepalm: Well maybe the snow will make a few good shots :D
Also digging the Junior you are carrying :cheers: it's a great color :like: :like:
Red is definitely my daughter's favourite colour so there really wasn't much choice in the matter. :D
I think we are past the point where snow is likely any more, but you never know.
Spring is here in less than 2 weeks but the freak snowstorm occasionally gets us :ahhh
If my little girl wants something in a certain color she gets it as well :D Usually blue with her though :tu:
Blue is the other colour choice for the Outdoor Junior. :pok:
Pretty sure my girls would love these.
Nice pic Gareth :like: :cheers:
Here's a cool Opie pin
(http://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/cLgAAOSwo4pYleUb/s-l1600.jpg)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/OPINEL-FOLDING-POCKET-KNIFE-VINTAGE-ADVERTISING-LAPEL-PIN-PINBACK/132085875214?_trksid=p2045573.c100033.m2042&_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D41451%26meid%3D97383e66a4c24c55a2def7875320c76a%26pid%3D100033%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D8%26sd%3D162425414604
Some Pics of my new EDC Opinel :)
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I wonder, someone who can't be persuaded to get a Spyderco, would he like Opinels?
EDC isn't everything. There is the kitchen, the car, the boat (if any), the garden and so on.
Opinel 7 :angel:
(https://s25.postimg.org/x9e06pfun/Opinel.jpg)
Opinel 7 :angel:
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(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3684/33753548192_2670a61583_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/TqFKVs)20170408_071845 (https://flic.kr/p/TqFKVs) by Poncho 65 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148903443@N02/), on Flickr
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/4/3684/33753548192_2670a61583_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/TqFKVs)20170408_071845 (https://flic.kr/p/TqFKVs) by Poncho 65 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/148903443@N02/), on Flickr
The blade looks scandi ground
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The blade looks scandi ground
It does have that look doesn't it :o All it has is a regular bevel though :D But with the price of these it might be something to try sometime since it is almost there :think: :tu:
unexpected $1 Opinel flea market find today
(http://i1314.photobucket.com/albums/t562/ThePeacent/Mobile%20Uploads/2017-04/20170412_170725_1_zpsbdpewrds.jpg)
Huge new Opinel fan! Joining my workhorse No.9 are my No. 6 and 8. Due in today or Monday is a No. 9 DIY. My son picked up my No. 9 not more than a few weeks ago, and the collection has grown from there!
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2864/33383147843_d306de1165_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/SRXmNx)
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I really like the flats you've got on that No7. :tu:
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I really like the flats you've got on that No7. :tu:
Thanks. :cheers: They really help with handling the knife. I certainly don't want to fumble a sharp opinel.
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I really like the flats you've got on that No7. :tu:
Thanks. :cheers: They really help with handling the knife. I certainly don't want to fumble a sharp opinel.
I imagine it makes it sit a little nicer in the pocket as well. :)
will this need sharpening? one amazon review said it needed to be sharpened from factory( I do not trust my sharpening skills which are pretty bad and I dont have correct implements either) : Opinel Trekking Red Folding Knife,3.25in,12C27 MOD Sandvik Stainless Blade,Red Dyed Wood 1705
(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51nr7LP4DnL._SL1079_.jpg)
Bricolage at work!
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Nice pic Poncho. I'm thinking you should select the next size up when you post pics.
IMO that's good. :like: It's just big enough to hit the forum resize.
IMO that's good. :like: It's just big enough to hit the forum resize.
:2tu:
IMO that's good. :like: It's just big enough to hit the forum resize.
:2tu:
Well I posted most of the pics from my phone today in the wrong size :facepalm: Only noticed this as I was about to post the last pics for today :ahhh Hopefully the setting stays on the right res now and all the rest will be the correct size I am going for :whistle: :D
in my experience Opinels come with quite a "toothy" edge. A bit of a strop changes that quite easily if you prefer something finer.
Thanks to kkokkolis, now I am hooked into Opinel.
Thinking to get one with fancy wood handle, do you guys know which wood is the most "stabilized" in term of water resistant? Ebony, Walnut or Oak?
For you Kampfer, it can only be Ebony or horn :like:I am a perfectionist :tu:
So does everybody.. Maybe we need to have t-shirts with that on.........
The wood will stabilixe soon. But if you want to be 100% swell proof, there is always the bone option.
in my experience Opinels come with quite a "toothy" edge. A bit of a strop changes that quite easily if you prefer something finer.
I was thinking the same thing, but dont have a strop, tried passing it over some work boots, but no luck
The wood will stabilixe soon. But if you want to be 100% swell proof, there is always the bone option.
(https://www.opinel.com/sites/default/files/produit/boutique/coffret_ndeg08_corne_noire.jpg)
How do you like that saw Ronald?
:like: :like:
:like: :like:
Nice one Poncho!
A nice pic that I found on the Gardenista website. Makes me realize I need more Opinels. Especially that spear point. The second pic is my own; obviously I'm still missing a few models.
A nice pic that I found on the Gardenista website. Makes me realize I need more Opinels. Especially that spear point. The second pic is my own; obviously I'm still missing a few models.
So (as for the second pic), one for all and all for one? The Three Bushketeers?
:facepalm:
I'll get my hat and coat... Taxi!
kkokkolis's gift and my No 10
(https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4196/35035252970_11d02a14a4_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/VnWQ6G)
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Really softens the look by taking off the hard angles of the handle and smoothing out the tip, very nice :tu:
How do you guys treat the handle to avoid swelling?
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How do you guys treat the handle to avoid swelling?
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:like: They're beauties Ronald!Thanks, Barry! :cheers:
That's interesting Ronald :tu: here is my newest opinel,a custom carved #7 with altered blade shape, :tu:
That's interesting Ronald :tu: here is my newest opinel,a custom carved #7 with altered blade shape, :tu:
Beautiful custom!
Brutally artistic. A perfect EDC for a Heavy Metal headbanger.
Here are the new members of my opinel family :multi: The yellow one is the tour de frace edition.
(http://i.imgur.com/TrL454r.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/yCBWf0g.jpg)
:cheers:
Here are the new members of my opinel family :multi: The yellow one is the tour de frace edition.
(http://i.imgur.com/TrL454r.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/yCBWf0g.jpg)
:cheers:
Very nice :salute:
artsy or not it still looks wonderful
I like it!! :tu: :tu:
I like it Peacent!!! My No. 6 is out for some sun today.
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I like those. :tu:
Just ordered a No10 from Ant Supplies who have a sale on Opinels ATM. Less than £10 and free postage. :)
That's a huge collection! :D
Here's my # 12 with some Fly Agaric mushrooms
Sometimes you need a No. 12. :D
You need a No. 13 :D
Needed to attack it with 600 grit sand paper to get rid of the tool marks, then the polisher......impossible to photograph :facepalm:
(https://s1.postimg.org/6zhsctksvj/20171104_120735_1.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
looks small in that pic
Bronchitis........feel like smurf, but if I have the strength I plan to put a mirror polish on my Opinel Garden knife........saw a photo and :gimme:
Nice. :tu: Did you do the shaping and burning yourself?Yep!
Needed to attack it with 600 grit sand paper to get rid of the tool marks, then the polisher......impossible to photograph :facepalm:
(https://s1.postimg.org/6zhsctksvj/20171104_120735_1.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Ever found that these cuts from sharp knives heal quicker?
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It is the No 8 garden knife :cheers: I love the shape of the blade and the handle feels more ergonomic :tu:
nice pic Steve
(Click on the image to make it move).
damn fine looking knife
+1 Poncho...nice one!
Poncho, do you have a new type of viroblock on your gardens knife?
I don´t think the lock changed much over the years. On older knives (and a few newer ones) there´s no locking in the closed position. I also noticed hat some rings, but not all, have the size number stamped in.
Thanks for the heads-up, ThePeacent and Vovaster. :cheers:
I like how the old Virobloc locks open both ways. Not sure what the idea behind this new design is? :think:
Vovaster, how did you manage to break off that piece? It must have taken some force!
Thanks for the heads-up, ThePeacent and Vovaster. :cheers:
I like how the old Virobloc locks open both ways. Not sure what the idea behind this new design is? :think:
Vovaster, how did you manage to break off that piece? It must have taken some force!
Yeah, some force was attached. Because this lock do not fix the blade well, like in movie some posts before.
Peanut butter stirring with my Bricolage. Coffee is brewing just outside the pic!
Great video and love that pic :dd: I have yet to get a pair of shears but I sure have looked at them hard a few times :ahhh :D
Great video and love that pic :dd: I have yet to get a pair of shears but I sure have looked at them hard a few times :ahhh :D
The shears have a slide button lock, made of hard plastic. It doesn´t operate as smoothly as the rotating lock of the Felco, but it is far more reliable, in my experience.
:like: :like:
Nice! Do I spot a #13? :like:Yes. That #13 is great for splitting open watermelons.
Cool collection VICMAN 8) :like: :like:Thanks Poncho!
Cool collection VICMAN 8) :like: :like:Thanks Poncho!
Nice ones Spartan and Peacent :like: :like:Thanks Poncho!
Those 4 are beautiful VICMAN :drool: :like: :like:
I'm losing track of what I've posted and what I haven't :think:
(http://image.ibb.co/jo1njR/20180124_142638755_i_OS.jpg)
:cheers:
I'm losing track of what I've posted and what I haven't :think:Great pic Smashie! :like: :tu: :tu:
:cheers:
them lovely de-tipped, wharnified Opis.... :like: :salute:
(https://i.imgur.com/SyxkxYG.jpg)
:cheers:
them lovely de-tipped, wharnified Opis.... :like: :salute:
(https://i.imgur.com/SyxkxYG.jpg)
Thanks Peacent! I :like: that one of yours! I have the No. 12 out today
my botched Opi has a fun aspect with this shape :rofl:Do you carry those all at the same time?
like a Beluga whale :ahhh
(https://i.imgur.com/yA6iyim.jpg)
my botched Opi has a fun aspect with this shape :rofl:Do you carry those all at the same time?
like a Beluga whale :ahhh
(https://i.imgur.com/yA6iyim.jpg)
my botched Opi has a fun aspect with this shape :rofl:Do you carry those all at the same time?
like a Beluga whale :ahhh
(https://i.imgur.com/yA6iyim.jpg)
hahah no.
It's part of the photoshoot I'm doing of all my knives, always compared to a reference model (Spyderco Pacific Salt)
Explains alot.my botched Opi has a fun aspect with this shape :rofl:Do you carry those all at the same time?
like a Beluga whale :ahhh
(https://i.imgur.com/yA6iyim.jpg)
hahah no.
It's part of the photoshoot I'm doing of all my knives, always compared to a reference model (Spyderco Pacific Salt)
Always wondered how you do that Peacent. I used to think, man how many pockets does he have?! :pok: :D
Always wondered how you do that Peacent. I used to think, man how many pockets does he have?! :pok: :D
Always wondered how you do that Peacent. I used to think, man how many pockets does he have?! :pok: :D
Nice Opinel Spartan! :like: :tu: :tu:
Always wondered how you do that Peacent. I used to think, man how many pockets does he have?! :pok: :D
Nice Opinel Spartan! :like: :tu: :tu:
Thanks VicMan! :salute:
Always wondered how you do that Peacent. I used to think, man how many pockets does he have?! :pok: :D
Nice Opinel Spartan! :like: :tu: :tu:
Thanks VicMan! :salute:
new heavy duty, ultra thick, titanium handled Opinel model for 2018...the Opinel Spartan! :rofl:
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that green one is lovely
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that green one is lovely
Thanks! What about the other one?
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that green one is lovely
Thanks! What about the other one?
for me, not so much, but then i am odd :D
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that green one is lovely
Thanks! What about the other one?
for me, not so much, but then i am odd :D
Aren´t we all?
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that green one is lovely
Thanks! What about the other one?
for me, not so much, but then i am odd :D
Aren´t we all?
Am I the only one that doesn't "get it" with Opinels? Can someone enlighten me why they are so popular? :)
A huge thanks to Spartan19 -- (http://www.pic4ever.com/images/thankyou.gif) :salute:--for sending me one of his custom Opinels:
(https://i.imgur.com/kdQ0lBj.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/GJlHqtD.jpg)
He gave this No 8 a drop point and a custom "flame job" that makes this knife a one-of-a-kind. Love it! :2tu:
A huge thanks to Spartan19 -- (http://www.pic4ever.com/images/thankyou.gif) :salute:--for sending me one of his custom Opinels:
(https://i.imgur.com/kdQ0lBj.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/GJlHqtD.jpg)
He gave this No 8 a drop point and a custom "flame job" that makes this knife a one-of-a-kind. Love it! :2tu:
Opinels appeal to me on several levels:
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Am I the only one that doesn't "get it" with Opinels? Can someone enlighten me why they are so popular? :)
Yes, and Yes. ;)
Opinels appeal to me on several levels:
1. They are a traditional knife and have been around for 120 years or so. So, they have an instant 'cool' factor.
2. They've been around for such a long time because they work. Great handle, great blade. The sum of those elements combine to make a great working knife.
3. Cool locking mechanism. Locks closed, locks open. Not fast or 'tactical' but reliable and safe.
4. Lightweight and easy to carry. What's not to love?
5. The slightly convexed edge (nearly FFG) slices amazingly well. The carbon steel blades (I've never tried a stainless version) take a wicked edge and, combined with the blade geometry, makes a great cutter.
6. Self-adjusting. As they wear, the mechanism adjusts to keep the locked blade tight. We like tight.
7. Affordable. Opinels are simple to manufacture and are therefore affordable. Depending on the model, you can pick up an Opinel for less than $20. Affordable, not cheap. I've had 3 Opinels, now, and they've all been good quality knives. Benchmade gold class? No. But serious working knives that perform the way a pocket knife should.
Seven reasons, that in combination, make the Opinel a world-class knife. Probable why they make millions of knives a year. :tu:
Am I the only one that doesn't "get it" with Opinels? Can someone enlighten me why they are so popular? :)
Yes, and Yes. ;)
Opinels appeal to me on several levels:
1. They are a traditional knife and have been around for 120 years or so. So, they have an instant 'cool' factor.
2. They've been around for such a long time because they work. Great handle, great blade. The sum of those elements combine to make a great working knife.
3. Cool locking mechanism. Locks closed, locks open. Not fast or 'tactical' but reliable and safe.
4. Lightweight and easy to carry. What's not to love?
5. The slightly convexed edge (nearly FFG) slices amazingly well. The carbon steel blades (I've never tried a stainless version) take a wicked edge and, combined with the blade geometry, makes a great cutter.
6. Self-adjusting. As they wear, the mechanism adjusts to keep the locked blade tight. We like tight.
7. Affordable. Opinels are simple to manufacture and are therefore affordable. Depending on the model, you can pick up an Opinel for less than $20. Affordable, not cheap. I've had 3 Opinels, now, and they've all been good quality knives. Benchmade gold class? No. But serious working knives that perform the way a pocket knife should.
Seven reasons, that in combination, make the Opinel a world-class knife. Probable why they make millions of knives a year. :tu:
Don't forget that until 1955, the Opinel was just like the peasants knife that had been made for hundreds of years before Joseph Opinel put his into the first mass production. Until then, they were made at local blacksmith shops as strait out friction folders. No lock at all, just kept the pivot pin snugged up.
I very rarely use the lock on mine and prefer it as a friction folder. it's like using a slip joint, but without the spring so it will never snap closed on you. The Original Opinels were kept snug enough that you had to actually push the blade all the way closed.
Thanks santos, I hadn't seen it before :tu:
Maybe someone else awlready posted this, but it's a pleasure to see it again and again...Cool video! :like: :tu: :tu:
Maybe someone else awlready posted this, but it's a pleasure to see it again and again...Cool video! :like: :tu: :tu:
Thanks for posting it.
Am I the only one that doesn't "get it" with Opinels? Can someone enlighten me why they are so popular? :)
Seven reasons, that in combination, make the Opinel a world-class knife. Probable why they make millions of knives a year. :tu:
Opinel; the under estimated giant of the cutlery industry!
Opinel; the under estimated giant of the cutlery industry!
Now that's surprising, especially since I still run into people that don't know the name.......
I remember them becoming available locally in my teens, always thought they were ridiculously expensive.......which they were then compared to Okapis :rofl:
I read somewhere just recently that in the number of knives produced per year, Opinel is the second largest knife producer next to victorinox. Only Vic makes more knives per year than Opinel. I think the figure for Opinel was like 8 million knives per year.
This is a huge number considering how popular the Buck 110 was in the 1970's and on, and they only celebrated the 10 millionth Buck 110 recently. In other words, Opinel makes almost more knives every year than it took Buck since 1963 to make that many 110's.
Opinel; the under estimated giant of the cutlery industry!
#8 green
Another thread, another pic
:rofl:
bring the green!!
bring the green!!
A darker shade of green on my #8.
Breakfast with buns, sausage, and coffee. I need to clean up my coffee mug!
I had my No10 in my rucksack yesterday and used it and a ferro rod to light my Trangia for a brew-up.
I had my No10 in my rucksack yesterday and used it and a ferro rod to light my Trangia for a brew-up.:like:
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=30307.0;attach=387085)
Didn’t Opinel at one po8nt make a long, thin melon knife? I’ve been looking for one for years.
:rofl:
On a serious note, what saw is that?
:rofl:
On a serious note, what saw is that?
Sorry, late reply. :facepalm:
I really have no idea. Don't recall seeing any markings on it. Is there a saws dot org site?
:rofl:
On a serious note, what saw is that?
Sorry, late reply. :facepalm:
I really have no idea. Don't recall seeing any markings on it. Is there a saws dot org site?
No rivet emblems? Not to worry, just curious.
Mind if a newb joins this club. I've got a #8 that I've had for about 6 years now. I keep it near my chair for any cutting tasks that pop up in the house. You know, like a roll of salami, opening the mail, slicing apples. My grandson left it on the driveway about 4 years ago and it got runned over by a dammed old Ford, I hate Fords. Split the handle and bent the lock collar. I carved a new handle out of a piece of Canary wood and straightened out (round) the collar. Just as good as new and I don't let nobody touch it but me.
Mind if a newb joins this club. I've got a #8 that I've had for about 6 years now. I keep it near my chair for any cutting tasks that pop up in the house. You know, like a roll of salami, opening the mail, slicing apples. My grandson left it on the driveway about 4 years ago and it got runned over by a dammed old Ford, I hate Fords. Split the handle and bent the lock collar. I carved a new handle out of a piece of Canary wood and straightened out (round) the collar. Just as good as new and I don't let nobody touch it but me.
Nice work Dan!
Split the handle and bent the lock collar. I carved a new handle out of a piece of Canary wood and straightened out (round) the collar. Just as good as new and I don't let nobody touch it but me.
Still on my wishlist, but coming soon, this Opinel outdoor cutlery set. There´s a serrated #12 bread knife, a #10 with corkscrew, and a #6 peeler, with a cutting board and a microfiber cloth. To be honest, I´m getting this for the serrated #12 and the cutting board only. The other tools will never make it to my backpack but will come in handy in the kitchen.
And here it is !
The # 12 bread knife is exactly like the standard #12, except for the serrations of course. And what nice serrations !
And here it is !
The # 12 bread knife is exactly like the standard #12, except for the serrations of course. And what nice serrations !
And here it is !
The # 12 bread knife is exactly like the standard #12, except for the serrations of course. And what nice serrations !
Thanks, Poncho :cheers:
It´s green actually, but hard to get right in the pic unless I use the flash.
Repost from the 30-day traditional challenge thread:And a very nice worth reposting! :hatsoff:
(https://i.imgur.com/Qz6z771.jpg)
Nice Opinel’s
The multi colored one is interesting! Almost like a camo
It´s supposed to be French camo.:sa:
Moreover, it´s plastic so no swelling when wet.
It´s one of a series of limited editions probably about 20 years ago.
I don´t have any the others.
Found a Coghlan's branded Opie at the local sporting goods store and decided to make a carving knife out of it. Really comfortable to use.
After seeing the composite handled ones, I'm now on the lookout for one of those, too.
Nice one Ron ! :like: I haven't carried mine in a while...might have to remedy that soon :tu:
This is one I've not noticed before: https://www.opinel.com/en/table-steak-knife/cheese-set/cheese-set-knife-forkThat is different for sure! :like: :cheers:
(https://cdn.opinel.com/sites/default/files/styles/product_large/public/produit/boutique/set_fromage.jpg?itok=caNz42Gt)
I have bought my first non-SAK today. Another 130 years old legend.
No. 9 fits my palm best. It looks great!
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Trial run
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Wow! That's one sharp Opinel!
:ahhh :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh
:D :D
:D
Kind of French love ;)
(https://i.imgur.com/JEyexmS.png)
Must be a very large package, the knife doesn´t look like a #10 at all :D
Must be a very large package, the knife doesn´t look like a #10 at all :D
yea, i'm wondering what could dwarf the #10 like that as well
Modified No8.
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=84953.0;attach=483516)
Judging from the logo, it's a BY Opinel, right?
:tu: :tu:
Birth Year :dunno:
Could be. I'm not certain what a BY Opinel is mind you. :D
Yeah, thanks Steve. We have to explain everything to these noobs...
:facepalm:
(https://i.imgur.com/UXR4jhd.png)
My first ever Opinel (a black No:8 with an oak handle)
This was an early birthday gift from Mrs Surge, having just returned from Nice :woohoo:
:o:hatsoff: :hatsoff: :hatsoff:
:like:
Mine ones so far. So I have been busy with Opinels recently.... :ahhh
Not very traditional, not for everyone but I have a habit of tinkering with stuffs....
Thanks EB - Sounds like a plan!! :tu:
Yeah I had a quick look and did not find one. Bit of a surprise really as I thought Opinel was all about picnics in the countryside!!
And French baguettes have quite tough crusts !! I guess you can always just tear!
Here's my newest one; a slimline no15. Obtained through a bit of horse trading with an old friend. It's definitely destined for the kitchen drawer. :D
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=30307.0;attach=487698)
Here's my newest one; a slimline no15. Obtained through a bit of horse trading with an old friend. It's definitely destined for the kitchen drawer. :D
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=30307.0;attach=487698)
I asked for a banana and he pulls out his sword. :facepalm:
Bananas in da house!Yes. We have no bananas :nanadance:
:nanadance: :nanadance: :nanadance:
Mine ones so far. So I have been busy with Opinels recently.... :ahhh
Not very traditional, not for everyone but I have a habit of tinkering with stuffs....
(https://i.imgur.com/ORGOwjs.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Y6l9TRF.jpg)
No.6 & 7 family.
(https://i.imgur.com/mdKqLhk.jpg)
No.9
(https://i.imgur.com/1N42RA6.jpg)
No.12
Least modification but I like this alot.
(https://i.imgur.com/TO8UZQI.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/za0wcm3.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/mOLzPCi.jpg)
Thumb studssss
(https://i.imgur.com/4aLFtmh.jpg)
Pocket clipssss
(https://i.imgur.com/4lYRvQf.jpg)
Cheers! Got a few more that's waiting to be :pok: when free.
Love your stubby OHO mods Sam. You inspired me to do one of my own :tu:
We're going to need a banana for comparison on this one. :pok:
I asked for a banana and he pulls out his sword. :facepalm:
My only defense is that I didn't have any bananas in the house. :D
Actually...
(https://thumbs.gfycat.com/JovialPlumpArgentineruddyduck-size_restricted.gif)
8) 8)
Nice! 8)Thank you Gareth and since I'm on an Opinel kick, I bought this one today from the Opinel website.
Thank you Gareth and since I'm on an Opinel kick, I bought this one today from the Opinel website.
Nice addition to your Opinel Collection FB! :like: :tu: :tu:Thank you Vicman! :cheers:
Very nice Lisa! They're my favorite knives besides Victorinox.:iagree: There's just something about them!
:popcorn::iagree: :popcorn: Let's see some pictures Ponchy!
(https://i.imgur.com/ID9XR8Q.jpg):like:
Has anyone ever seen a No. 1 Opinel? I've only seen it in an old advertisement.
I have a No. 2 and it's so small, I can't imagine one smaller.
New one in route to me. I have a couple of questions about it.
Does anyone know what the wood is? Doesn't seem to be beech or oak.
Also, has anyone seen that stamping on the blade? I've only seen that stamping on an Opinel #13.
Cool find FB! :like: :tu: :tu:
That is the same stamp that is on my #7 Carbon steel Opinel
This link shows some of the stampings they have used
http://fpanda.free.fr/musee/musee.html
I've seen Padouk/Cherry/Walnut so :dunno:.Would love to try my hand at one of those carve your own.
Have y'all seen the carve your own handle offerings :pok:
https://www.opinel-usa.com/collections/opinel-raw-handle-series-aka-opinel-ebauche
My guess is walnut. Nice find Lisa!Yes, it probably is Walnut, but maybe Bubinga? :dunno:
(http://www.justbenphotography.com/img/s/v-10/p4068182559-4.jpg)
Opinel No.7 came in. My first :cheers:
Really like it, had no idea they were this light :tu:
:iagree: :popcorn: Let's see some pictures Ponchy!
My wife bought me this carbon set for Christmas this year. I’m a lucky man.:drool:
Oh, wow :o Congrats on getting that set :drool: Great wife :like: :like:
PF 2021Yum :drool: :like:
(https://i.imgur.com/QtZstjR.png)
My wife bought me this carbon set for Christmas this year. I’m a lucky man.
PF 2021
(https://i.imgur.com/QtZstjR.png)
My wife bought me this carbon set for Christmas this year. I’m a lucky man.
Looking at all these lovely Opi's makes me miss my old No.7 so like a good MTO'er I've ordered another one. Enablers, the lot of you :like:
You know, now that you mention it Maggsie, I miss my No. 6 that I gave to Mrs R.....time for an order!!Oh Thanks Baz, you've made Me an enabler now :twak:
(https://i.imgur.com/FQtAhzS.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/FQtAhzS.png)
Very cool 8) thanks for the link, santos :salute: :like:
^ that's what I was thinking as well.
I had a brief contact with a Opinel some years ago. A work coleague had one in his toolbox. I was impressed by the elegance, simplicity and the virobloc.
I can only carry knives in friendly size/shape. (A 111mm sak for example is out of limits as well most of Spidies). But a Opinel 6 would fit well. Maybe with olive wood handles
I had forgot Opinels until this topic.
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I had a brief contact with a Opinel some years ago. A work coleague had one in his toolbox. I was impressed by the elegance, simplicity and the virobloc.
I can only carry knives in friendly size/shape. (A 111mm sak for example is out of limits as well most of Spidies). But a Opinel 6 would fit well. Maybe with olive wood handles
I had forgot Opinels until this topic.
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Check this one out:Gorgeous knife pfrsantos! Perfect!
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,30307.msg1328487.html#msg1328487
I like that one Magsie!
:like:+1
(https://i.imgur.com/1M0BKBa.png)
Very nice!! It's great to see this thread active!+1 - great pics! Love that hare one pipedreams- what's the story behind it?
+1 - great pics! Love that hare one pipedreams- what's the story behind it?
My “Hare” N°8. It has an oak handle. It was very blonde colored when it was new. It’s darkened nicely over time.
+1 - great pics! Love that hare one pipedreams- what's the story behind it?It’s part of Opinel’s Animal series. Other than that, I just like
It’s part of Opinel’s Animal series. Other than that, I just like
it...because rabbits. ;)
Here are a few from that series:
(https://lojadasfacas.pt/image/cache/catalog/products/COUTEAUX_ANIMALIA-550x550.JPG)
(http://www.neron.fr/4802-large_default/couteau-opinel-n8-vri-avec-motif-grave-animalia.jpg)
Picked this #8 Outdoor up today....
My “Hare” N°8. It has an oak handle. It was very blonde colored when it was new. It’s darkened nicely over time.
Thinking about getting one of these:
(https://lojadasfacas.pt/image/cache/catalog/products/001898_couteau_outdoor_n_7_junior_bleu_Opinel-550x550.jpg)
(https://lojadasfacas.pt/image/cache/catalog/products/001898_pack_ndeg07_outdoor_junior_bleu_Opinel-550x550.jpg)
The rounded tip doesn't seem to hard to turn into a pointy one.
Good choice :hatsoff:
(https://i.imgur.com/tnGqjkD.png)
I got one for my daughter and she loves it. Really good knife IMO.
(https://i.imgur.com/pDuMcjp.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/G50jhIF.png)Lovely!
Is it the purpleish one? I was thinking about getting that one.
:dd:
I'm just getting over a rotten cold right now, but I was sick of feeling stuck in the house and decided to take a leaf out of Poncho's book and went for a walk in the woods. One of the things I took with me was my daughter's Opinel Outdoor Junior. I've not seen a lot about these knives but it's actually a pretty handy sized No7 with slightly rounded tip, extra little notch at the heel of the blade and built in whistle.
(http://i581.photobucket.com/albums/ss260/gareth_SAKs/Knives/DSC_0031_zpstwjb57or.jpg)
My only criticism of the junior Outdoor is that the locking ring is REALLY stiff and no amount of lubrication has fixed it. It's stiff enough that my daughter can't move the thing and, TBH, it's not easy for me either. :-\
Opinel! Give me one and a Vic Exec and I'd never need anything else!
Oops, just noticed your question. No, I got her the red handled one. I think there must be a photo of it somewhere in this thread. :think:
No prob. Here they are:
(https://cdn.opinel.com/sites/default/files/styles/product_large/public/produit/boutique/outdoor_ndeg07_rouge.jpg?itok=DnTkE8XS)
(https://cdn.opinel.com/sites/default/files/styles/product_large/public/produit/boutique/002152_couteau_outdoor_n_7_junior_violet_ouvert_hd.jpg?itok=3svvJMtX)
I find this last one less "scary", it looks more like a toy. I like that. If/when I get one, I'll probably put a point on the blade.
Yup, that's its natural habitat.
:D :D :cheers:
Dee Dee, that's a gorgeous line up :drool:
Number 6, Olive wood, coming in the next days...
(You enablers... ;-)
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(https://i.imgur.com/3X136Qt.png)
Good that you have also white meat, it's more healthy.
No. 9 in my shopNice !
This #8 is on its way to me.
This #8 is on its way to me.That’s a real beauty FB :like:
This #8 is on its way to me.Very nice No 8 FB. I would like to see more pictures when it arrives. :cheers:
Very nice No 8 FB. I would like to see more pictures when it arrives. :cheers:
Picked up this nice walker patterned #8 for next to nothing …opies are such good value :like:
Nice Opinel Echotech! :like: :tu: :tu::iagree:
Did not know you were an Opinel fan FB :think: - So a traitor to the Swiss tradition eh? :pok: We'll have to think about that ???:rofl: If you look at my posting numbers, I post way more often at the Swiss Army Knights forum. But, I do love me some Opinel. :tu:
Love that walker handle ET - Reminds me of hiking in the Alps - and definitely looks Alpine rather than say Scottish or English!!
Can't make out the bottom image though - Can you tell me what it is please - Marmots? Birds?
Is it a regular model - I would love to get it!
:rofl: If you look at my posting numbers, I post way more often at the Swiss Army Knights forum. But, I do love me some Opinel. :tu:
Also, don't tell anyone, I like Spyderco too. :oops:
(...)
You gotta love Opinels - I have four including a No.2 with a pink handle (got it for my wife) - It is the cutest thing ever
(...)
So today Mrs Surge "advised" :twak: that she would like Pizza for dinner (well, she is Italian ::) )
My only Opinel helped to slice said Italian delicacy into 8 slices (she can't eat 10 & 6 is not enough :rofl: )
It was a true 6 Nations* feast; Italian (food) French (knife) and English (chef)
*Rugby thing for those not in the know ;)
:facepalm::rofl: :facepalm:
In the 80's A&W burger shops tried to compete with the McDonald's 1/4 Pounder by offering a 1/3 pound burger at a reduced price.
They failed miserably because most people thought the 1/4 Pounder was larger.
So today Mrs Surge "advised" :twak: that she would like Pizza for dinner (well, she is Italian ::) )
My only Opinel helped to slice said Italian delicacy into 8 slices (she can't eat 10 & 6 is not enough :rofl: )
It was a true 6 Nations* feast; Italian (food) French (knife) and English (chef)
*Rugby thing for those not in the know ;)
:rofl: :facepalm:
So today Mrs Surge "advised" :twak: that she would like Pizza for dinner (well, she is Italian ::) )Nice pizza Mr S! Looks great!
My only Opinel helped to slice said Italian delicacy into 8 slices (she can't eat 10 & 6 is not enough :rofl: )
It was a true 6 Nations* feast; Italian (food) French (knife) and English (chef)
*Rugby thing for those not in the know ;)
That's...:rofl:
(https://media.tenor.com/images/5c735243bd7bf04b6bbe5c5b55b28b72/tenor.gif)
So today Mrs Surge "advised" :twak: that she would like Pizza for dinner (well, she is Italian ::) )
My only Opinel helped to slice said Italian delicacy into 8 slices (she can't eat 10 & 6 is not enough :rofl: )
It was a true 6 Nations* feast; Italian (food) French (knife) and English (chef)
*Rugby thing for those not in the know ;)
This #8 is on its way to me.
(https://i.imgur.com/sxsio8V.png)
Great pics, Surge and Vinz :like::hatsoff: :cheers:
Blue No 8 :cheers:
(https://i.imgur.com/7yLu5Ukh.jpg)
Great pics, Surge and Vinz :like:Loving the blue :drool:
Blue No 8 :cheers:
(https://i.imgur.com/7yLu5Ukh.jpg)
Lovely looking pizza SURGEUK. Nice Opi too.Thanking you :salute: :cheers:
:2tu:
Nice one mags ! Is that a no. 7 ?Yes Steve, how did you know? :cheers:
Nice one Magsie!Cheers Bazzer :cheers:
Nice Opi's all :cheers:
(https://i.imgur.com/MYMtnRc.png)That green is superb Vinz, great photos as always :cheers:
Yes Steve, how did you know? :cheers:
That green is superb Vinz, great photos as always :cheers:
Coffee, milk, N°06 and Compact(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210222/e612edf473f404708d88ed6de191ef26.jpg)
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No 8 Garden knife :cheers:I like the shape of the blades on the Garden knife. :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/ejwfXiQh.jpg)
Three Opinels:
Three Opinels:
Three Opinels:Just amazing :drool: :like: :tu:
No 8 Garden knife :cheers:
Three Opinels:...yes Wow ... fancy work!
I like the shape of the blades on the Garden knife. :tu:
Three Opinels:
Three Opinels:
(https://i.imgur.com/pYTUFnJ.png)
:tu: :tu:. You won't regret it!I agree with Barry. Prepare to be delighted!
I don't think theres any such thing as a bad Opinel.:iagree:
I've used them from a little number 4, to a number 12, and they all cut like the dickens!
Today's carry a ST300 and a Garden knife No 8 :cheers:
(https://i.imgur.com/EXz5hsSh.jpg)
The number 8 garden knife is maybe the best Opinel there is for pocket use. It has the larger blade than the 6, or even the 7, but without the bulk of the 'normal' Opinel handle, let alone the top corner of the fishtail on the handle butt that I always need to sand off for comfort. The garden knife handle should be the 'normal' handle on all Opinels. Like on the slim series.
Today's carry a ST300 and a Garden knife No 8 :cheers:
No 7 on kitchen duty:like:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210307/8428ccdb3be9509ad92259a7d0fb816d.jpg)
No 7 on kitchen duty
Added the no 4 keychain Opi to the collectionVery nice Echo!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210310/4c5d490811a40ad8afd22d55f595f22e.jpg)
Added the no 4 keychain Opi to the collection
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210310/4c5d490811a40ad8afd22d55f595f22e.jpg)
Added the no 4 keychain Opi to the collection
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210310/4c5d490811a40ad8afd22d55f595f22e.jpg)
How much smaller is the number 4 than the number 5?#5 Opinel 15.5 grams - .55 ounces
#5 Opinel 15.5 grams - .55 ounces
#4 Opinel 9.3 grams - .33 ounces
The #4 feels a lot smaller to me. It is so lightweight it almost flies out of the hand.
Here are some pictures side by side.
#5 Opinel 15.5 grams - .55 ounces
#4 Opinel 9.3 grams - .33 ounces
The #4 feels a lot smaller to me. It is so lightweight it almost flies out of the hand.
Here are some pictures side by side.
Great comparison info and pics FB! :like: :tu: :tu:Thank you! :cheers:
I didn't expect it to be THAT much smaller than the number5.:iagree: It is surprisingly smaller and lighter.
:like: :cheers: Nice collection!!!! :tu:Thanks hotrod :tu: :cheers:
#5 Opinel 15.5 grams - .55 ounces
#4 Opinel 9.3 grams - .33 ounces
The #4 feels a lot smaller to me. It is so lightweight it almost flies out of the hand.
Here are some pictures side by side.
I agree. Like my #6 but ...will usually carry the #8 or a Spartan ... :tu:
The Opinel #13 is a giant! Here it is next to the Wenger Giant. Bottom right is a #8 for comparison.
The Opinel #13 is a giant! Here it is next to the Wenger Giant. Bottom right is a #8 for comparison.
Wow... that is giant. I wonder what people actually do with it outside of fun and collecting. I wonder if people actually use it for farm work for any reason. :dunno:
Wow... that is giant. I wonder what people actually do with it outside of fun and collecting. I wonder if people actually use it for farm work for any reason. :dunno:
Home made
The Opinel #13 is a giant! Here it is next to the Wenger Giant. Bottom right is a #8 for comparison.
Just got an Opi #4 myself, I'm also amazed at the lightness of it.
(https://i.imgur.com/CfUZ0vs.jpg)
I had no idea it dwarfed the Giant :o :ahhh :ahhh :ahhhI was surprised by that too.
What is the actual blade length of the number 4?
The number 4 has a 2" blade. :cheers:
Thank you, Vic!!!!
About the same as a Christy knife.
What is the actual blade length of the number 4?
The #4 is 4cm, I'm given to understand. In case it wasn't still in the taxonomy, I checked my #8 and #10, and they are 8cm, and 10cm respectively... so I assume that the old system still holds and the #4 is 4cm.
I'm an American barbarian, and I don't know what a centimeter is. I do understand inches, feet, yards, miles.
Even worse is when some English guy starts talking about how he weighs 18 stones!!!!! :dunno:
Yes! Like the 8 for outdoors stuff but the 6 and a Camper in my bag seems good down the beach without the broomstick of the 8 in pocket?
I have this fish Opinel arriving today.
I've seen Opinels that have 3 fish on them, but never one fish.
Two questions:
1) Have any of you ever seen this design?
2) Can you tell which type of wood it is from the photo?
Thank you.
I never have, but it's a great looking knife.Thank you Barry! :cheers:
Yes and pretty sure that is oak.Ahhh yes, oak. I think you are correct. Thank you! :hatsoff:
I have this fish Opinel arriving today.
I've seen Opinels that have 3 fish on them, but never one fish.
Two questions:
1) Have any of you ever seen this design?
2) Can you tell which type of wood it is from the photo?
Thank you.
Very nice find FB! :like: :tu: :tu:Thank you Vicman! :cheers:
No.9 spreading the duck meat in lardI do love a good health concious diet with a nice glass of wheat-grass juice :tu: :whistle:
(https://i.imgur.com/NEbu3oT.png)
No.9 spreading the duck meat in lard
(https://i.imgur.com/NEbu3oT.png)
Very well done :like:I'm learning from youz guyz
:like: very nice FB
#2, 3, 4 & 5 added to the collection :)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210409/29f42edd764ee3892761a60cb6ee80e0.jpg)
Not sure if I showed this one before, but it is an olive wood custom w/tanto-shaped blade.
#2, 3, 4 & 5 added to the collection :)
#2, 3, 4 & 5 added to the collection :)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210409/29f42edd764ee3892761a60cb6ee80e0.jpg)
:like: I need to pick up a 2 and 3.
Nice collection Echotech! :like: :tu: :tu:
WOW!!!! :o
I've never handled any Opinel that tiny. Like, do they blow away in a stiff breeze unless you stick the point in the table top? :dunno:
The comparison no one asked for :D:like: Thank you for posting the photo, I enjoyed viewing the comparison.
The comparison no one asked for :D
The comparison no one asked for :D
The No 2 and the Swisscard are similar sized, imo the Opi would be slightly more useful…as useful as something this small can be at least
The No 3 and the 58mm SAK blade are similar length but Opi wider and thicker, definitely a useable blade but SAK has the advantage of the better sized handle
Already have a keychain No 4 so know that’s quite useful for small jobs and No 5 feels good in the hand. Though at this size reckon you might as well move up to the No 6 and get the advantage of the vibralock
Swisscard
No 2
Manager
No 3
Christy Knife
No 4
Spyderco Clipitool
No 5
Compact
No 9 DIY
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210410/0873028ba46fd2e479a0d64008f4fd2d.jpg)
The comparison no one asked for :D
The No 2 and the Swisscard are similar sized, imo the Opi would be slightly more useful…as useful as something this small can be at least
The No 3 and the 58mm SAK blade are similar length but Opi wider and thicker, definitely a useable blade but SAK has the advantage of the better sized handle
Already have a keychain No 4 so know that’s quite useful for small jobs and No 5 feels good in the hand. Though at this size reckon you might as well move up to the No 6 and get the advantage of the vibralock
Swisscard
No 2
Manager
No 3
Christy Knife
No 4
Spyderco Clipitool
No 5
Compact
No 9 DIY
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210410/0873028ba46fd2e479a0d64008f4fd2d.jpg)
I never knew about Opinels until this forum. My wife and I have been married for 17 years. She grew up in France. I never knew she had an Opinel all this time, along with a couple other knives I did know about. My son remembered seeing it in her stuff, when he suddenly saw a picture of one on the forum here. He's :like:, "Mommy has one of those." And I'm :like:, "What? I didn't know that." Then he goes and gets it, and sure enough. I don't have it in front of me right now. I think it's a 6 or 7.
I never knew about Opinels until this forum. My wife and I have been married for 17 years. She grew up in France. I never knew she had an Opinel all this time, along with a couple other knives I did know about. My son remembered seeing it in her stuff, when he suddenly saw a picture of one on the forum here. He's :like:, "Mommy has one of those." And I'm :like:, "What? I didn't know that." Then he goes and gets it, and sure enough. I don't have it in front of me right now. I think it's a 6 or 7.
I never knew about Opinels until this forum. My wife and I have been married for 17 years. She grew up in France. I never knew she had an Opinel all this time, along with a couple other knives I did know about. My son remembered seeing it in her stuff, when he suddenly saw a picture of one on the forum here. He's :like:, "Mommy has one of those." And I'm :like:, "What? I didn't know that." Then he goes and gets it, and sure enough. I don't have it in front of me right now. I think it's a 6 or 7.
:iagree: :popcorn:. She night not know she has a knife collection ;).
Oh, she knows. She lets Jim think he owns it, though...
:whistle:
Olive wood N°06 today. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210415/9e9b90ec238a32066a130676d6b2c2bc.jpg)👍
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Olive wood N°06 today. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210415/9e9b90ec238a32066a130676d6b2c2bc.jpg)
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The 6 is definitely my favorite. I have a 5, but I'm not as fond of it as I am the 6.
I bought a couple of Opinel #8 that have red lettering/logo on the handle.
Does the red differentiate it in some way, or is it just another stamping color? :think: :dunno:
That's a nice looking collection of Opinels Echotech :tu: :tu:did you do the black or was that an option??
did you do the black or was that an option??Thanks Awl :tu:
Nice ones Ecotech. :tu:
My latest arrived today. What I believe to be a Boy Scout version.
You’re right about the fleur de lis being French Jim, but in this case I reckon it is scouts and the figure is Baden-Powell, what do you reckon?
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Baden-Powell,_1st_Baron_Baden-Powell
As a former Scouter I can tell you that's definitely Baden-Powell and that's definitely the World Scouting logo.
Nice ones Ecotech. :tu:
My latest arrived today. What I believe to be a Boy Scout version.
I'm no expert on this, but I think that's the World Scouting emblem as per the Boy Scouts of America, but it's also used as the official emblem of the Boy Scouts of __insert country here__. If I recall correctly, some countries adopt the World emblem.
In other words, it was made for an international Scouting event, or it was made for a particular country other than America.
Nice ones Ecotech. :tu:
My latest arrived today. What I believe to be a Boy Scout version.
Very cool FB! :like: :tu: :tu:Thank you Vicman! :cheers:
In 2015 I sold my Opinel #13 thinking all 13s had a high gloss blade and it could be replaced down the road.
A few years ago, I bought another one, but it had more of a matte finished blade, not high gloss/mirror finish. I've been looking on and off for the mirrored finish one and finally have one again.
Nice, food prep?Olive slicer. :rofl:
Borg, that's perfect!! Did you take pictures of you modding it?
Mine has the matte finish, i didn't know there was a shiny one too :tu::hatsoff: that is very cool indeed Borg :tu:
I have been meaning to do this for a long time, #12 Saw and #12 knife into one handle :tu:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51223614564_3e29dc9f02_z.jpg)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51222845861_6c781ae137_z.jpg)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51223616959_7412aeaa41_z.jpg)
Mine has the matte finish, i didn't know there was a shiny one too :tu:
I have been meaning to do this for a long time, #12 Saw and #12 knife into one handle :tu:
My first limited edition Opinel, the No. 8 Jeremyville France edition.
:iagree::iagree: very nice Barry :like:
The No. 08 is great and that LE is particularly nice! :tu:
:cheers: Thanks Poncho! I think I've finally found a combo of knives that I can affordably collect..Opinel and Vic Classics :D
How cool is this? A special carving series would sell well. :like::tu: :salute:
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My first limited edition Opinel, the No. 8 Jeremyville France edition.Awesome first LE Barry! :like:
How cool is this? A special carving series would sell well. :like::like:
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Awesome first LE Barry! :like:
How cool is this? A special carving series would sell well. :like:
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Really liking the carved ones.
Barry, nice #8. Its neat how much you like the Opinel. :like:
Thanks Aloha! Yes, there's something about them that really appeals to me.
For the money, there's not much sharper out there.
Hmmm.... I don't have an Opinel.
I had one as a kid which didn't lock very well and lost it years ago but maybe I should look again :think:
It was indeed sir! I have both a 4 and a 5. As handy as the 4 is, you have to be careful of that one because it had a tendency to open up in your pocket. The 5 is a great carry, and pairs up great with a Classic.
Can you peen the pivot rivet down a bit more snug?
I did that to my number 5 and feel a bit safer because of it.
That's a good idea...that should tighten it up a bit :tu:
:pok: :pok:
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No 12 in action today
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Just proceed CAREFULLY!
I used two hammers. One laying on the work bench as the anvil, and set the number 5 on it with the end of the backside pivot against the steel. Then, I very carefully set about tapping the top side rivet head with the other hammer. Didn't do anything at first. Tapped a bit harder. nada. Then I tapped it a bit on the harder side several times, trying the action every few hammer "taps."
Finally, after more tapping of a harder nature than I thought would be needed, my number 5 was a nice snug firm action, needing a deliberate pull to open and good push to close. I used the ever lovin dog poo out of it, and its still snug. If I do any world acclaimed sculpture and it loosens up, I'll do the hammer thing again. I do so love the Opinel's with no locking ring mucking it up.
Can we see the finished product?I’ve updated the post EB, silly not to show more :twak: :tu:
Edit - saw it on the traditional challenge thread
I’ve updated the post EB, silly not to show more :twak: :tu:
Nice. Is that coconut milk in there?Yes it is EB and a little cream, both added right at the end with heat turned off
I keep one of my Opinels in my camp cook kit. Its such a good knife for all things food.
Soup looks :drool:
No 12 in action today…spicy Asian inspired chicken and vegetable soupNow that looks tasty :drool: :tu:
Bloody Mary optional but recommended :cheers:
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No, I don't believe that anything beats an Opinel for slicing food. It can free slice cucumbers by holding it over the salad bowl and slicing away above it. Same with bell peppers. Impresses the family.
Now that looks tasty :drool: :tu:
Soup looks :drool:
Agree! Slice a lemon for my Bloody!
:iagree: For the size and sharpness, they're really hard to beat. Love mine in the kitchen!
Great pic of a nice No 8, Barry 8) :like:
:iagree: but for me, the light weight is an important factor as well. I'm another that reserves permanent space for a few Opinels in the camp kitchen.
I know, love the 8, 6 is kinda small, 8 slim is great but only for it's intended use...
The only real problem is being carbone it’s already got a few rust marks even after being careful to properly clean and dry it
I'm sure you're aware, but a very thin coat of mineral oil after clean/dry will eliminate that problem.Thanks Nut, yes exactly what I will be doing come the weekend. I was surprised how quickly it happened though as I’ve quite a few Opi carbone knives and never had an issue so fast, wonder if this one being a bit older the composition is a bit different :dunno:
Is that black handle painted Beechwood, or Ebony?
This week’s winter lockdown cook up. No 10 in action, cottage pie with rosemary and basil
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This week’s winter lockdown cook up. No 10 in action, cottage pie with rosemary and basil
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It's awlways nice when you have friends over. Did Rosemary and Basil enjoy the pie?
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The No.10 with a corkscrew. This is my one and only knife in the kitchen. Everything else is packed away.
It does absolutely anything and everything I need... Except for one...
Choking up on the blade and spinning the foodstuff around the thumb... To core half an apple or de-stem a strawberry... not easy to do. So I don't. No big deal.
My other kitchen knives are Victorinox. I am so un-used to the 8 inch chef's knife... Which is a workhorse for most people. I'll never get a regular chef's knife again.
It's awlways nice when you have friends over. Did Rosemary and Basil enjoy the pie?:rofl: Basil seemed to, Rosemary :dunno:
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:D :D :D :D
:iagree:Thanks gang :salute:
Thanks gang :salute:
The 8 slim i have is nice too but it really is a filet knife, I could probably snap the blade, therefore their use warning....
You might try a No.8 Gardener. It fits in the pocket better than a regular clip-blade No.7 and feels better in the hand than a regular No.8, IMO. There's a lot of blade there for the size of the frame.Thanks for that idea Sir NS :salute:
Picked up a no.12 Explore recentlyInteresting Borg :like:
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Liking it so far, the only thing i'm undecided on is the lanyard hole on the other side of the gut hook, not so sure i like that but the rest is spot on, this is one of the new ones that instead of a fire steel it has a tick removal tool in its place, it will get more use than a fire steel and a removal tool is the fastest safest way to get them off, i now have one that i know exactly where to find when needed and i can whistle a little tune at the same time, move over James Galway :tu:
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Interesting Borg :like:
I didn’t know they’d replaced the fire steel, out of interest if you wanted to, would a fire steel still fit or is the design quite different? Assuming you have access to the older version :dunno:
I’ve got the No8 outdoor with the whistle, really like it but haven’t actually used it on anything yet :facepalm: perhaps when we’re out of lockdown
I love the feel of that No. 12 Borg. It's a great knife.
Not replaced but another option to have, i don't have a fire steel so i don't know if its the same fit, Opi certainly missed a trick if it doesn't, tick hook for summer, fire steel for winter would be perfect as i know you can buy the fire steel by itself as a spare part, i think it's safe to assume the tick hook will be available too :dunno: The Explore is like a no.12 with a no.10 blade so is good size to have :tu::tu: :like:
If someone has the fire steel model perhaps they can check if the back of it looks like this :tu:
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Absolutely Barry :cheers:
Doing a bit of whittling with my daughter a couple of days ago. The Outdoor Junior really is a great first knife.
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Saw an Opinel pocket clip :dunno:Oclip looks nice....
Mrs. R surprised me today!Beautiful :like:
Sweet ! :tu:
I recently got back into carrying my Opinel after a bit of a layoff.yes Sir :salute: it's tough sometimes, I like Christy edc, Spartan or Opi #8 down the club or other outdoors
Since 1982ish, I've had a love/hate relationship with them. I love that they cut like the dickens, and weigh almost nothing. But now and then I get a bit put off by the 'finicky' nature of them, with waxing the joint, adjusting the locking ring, whatever. Then it gets put in the back of the sock drawer and I go back to just my SAK's and Christy knife. I dearly love the Christy with that thin blade that cuts like the dickens. Kind of like an Opinel.
Then I'll dig into my sock drawer in a fit of nostalgia, and carry the Opinel again, and with fresh wonder I marvel at how it glides right through cardboard when breaking down a box for the recycle bin, or opening up a new box of something when the pull tab tears off. Or just slicing a snack off something in the fridge, or trimming back a branch in the backyard. They do really cut like the dickens.
Sooooo, I took my old number 8, made before they messed with the design of the locking ring, and put it on my belt in a nylon and velcro punch sheath by Raine. So light that I forget its there behind my right hip. It seems like as I got older, I worries less about the finicky nature and now rub some wax into the joint ands the better half blow drier to melt it into the wood like its an act of love instead of a chore. Maybe I;ve just slowed down in my retirement and now appreciate old time like things a little more. Like single action revolvers and lever action rifles. I don't even own a semi auto firearm anymore.
Did I mention that they cut like the dickens?
Did I mention that they cut like the dickens?
Bought my first Opinel as a souvenir for visiting a place, Walnut #8... Scratch the blade on the first day cleaning it.I know, I know. I used 1000 grit and lightly wipe the blade when I scratch one...
Still very awesome.
Picked up a #7 this weekend. It was preloved and needed the edge to be touched up. A short time on the sharp maker and no surprise its a razor. I love the simple design but like cbl I'll carry mine then put it away then carry it again.
I have one of those in the kitchen for ages. It's about the only cutting tool I need/use.love my 110 but can't belt sheath in the city. Maybe with a long 'outside' shirt this summer, shhhh!
:cheers: :tu:
That SE #12 is awesome. I really like that Tour de France as well. Pretty cool way to add flavor to such a nice knife. Heres a pic of my new to me #7. I have another #8 in my camp cook kit. As I'm typing I've put the #7 in my pocket. :D:tu:
Mine has the matte finish, i didn't know there was a shiny one too :tu:That is awesome. I can imagine that would be very useful outdoors.
I have been meaning to do this for a long time, #12 Saw and #12 knife into one handle :tu:
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I've been eyeing up an olive 9...it keeps calling my name :DGo for it! The olivewood No. 6 calls out to me, as it's the largest city-compliant Opinel. Or is it the walnut that's calling out? :dunno:
I finally ordered my first Opinel.:tu: :tu:
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Numbers 2, 3, 4 and 5 without blade lock and numbers 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 12 with blade lock in open position.
I can't believe I haven't shown my Opinel family yet. From top to bottom: a No. 2 in Tomate, a No. 3 in classic beech, a No. 4 in Le Khaki, an olivewood No. 6, a No. 6 in Sage, and another olivewood No. 6. The two at the bottom see regular pocket time.:like: Opi’s do seem to multiply :)
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Gave a friend a #7 for Christmas, todays my birthday and look what I received from her :)
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I don't think I'll ever have enough Opinels!
I mean, how many does one need?
More than one apparently.
Sorry sir, what did you mean by 'latest?
I have a 6, 8 and Slim, a few years old, time flys.
I don't see any dimple or indentation on any of the rings...
I think Mrs R is picking up the Spoon and Fork inserts for the No. 8. I can hardly wait!
Recently I was given the Opinel Spoon and Fork set and an Opinel Carve Your Knife. At first I hesitated trying to carve the handle, but I went ahead and carved it and here is the result.
Nice job Vicman!
Cool. On my #8 Olive I also sanded a notch by the nail nick.
Drilled a hole for a leather lanyard, simple overhand knot....
Anything else, I'm not really supposed to mess with tools!
The carving turned out well. :tu: I know I couldn't carve it anywhere near that nicely!
Looks like a fun project. It came out nice and I like the easy open addition. I also did the same on my Opinel.
Olivewood is so nice to look at...
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Recently I was given the Opinel Spoon and Fork set and an Opinel Carve Your Knife. At first I hesitated trying to carve the handle, but I went ahead and carved it and here is the result.
I agree with you on the regular No 12....they're almost swords! I prefer the No 8 Outdoor to the No 12. You really don't gain much blade length with this one (I think it's actually a No 10 sized blade). The handle is larger, which for larger hands would be nice. It's also very comfortable to handle. It's a good knife, but I just don't think you gain much for the added weight and size. This knife is relatively heavy! I actually should do a review on it. I 've never done one before!
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Great pic and nice opiThanks Sos :tu:
:salute: Thank you.
Really liking the OHO and texture on that Opinel.
:salute: Thank you.
Really liking the OHO and texture on that Opinel.
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:iagree: :like: Great mod Heywood.Many years ago I made a checkering tool out of a stick welding rod. Kept that tool like forever and used it on the Opinel. Here are some resulting pics …
Many years ago I made a checkering tool out of a stick welding rod. Kept that tool like forever and used it on the Opinel. Here are some resulting pics …
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Here's the small but important radius removal for the thumb stud …
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Those are some very nice looking and functional styling you did to your’s.Thanks for the kind words and invitation LC. I didn't know about the Mar'24 30 day challenge and have bookmarked the noted URL. That thread looks really interesting already. I only have a few select Opinel knives, all of which continue to serve very honourably and hope to post in due course. Cheers!
Are you aware that in March a group of us are doing a 30 day challenge with our OPINELS, sharing uses and pictures.
The challenge thread is here. https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,90877.180.html
It would be an honor and pleasure to have you join us and share your beautiful knives. 😉
My first Opinel was a No. 9. I have a couple now, counting the No. 9 Bricolage. It's a handy size.
Thank you for your interest!Sure, no problems … done. Cheers :-)
From experience, it is easy to forget, March 1, will roll around quickly.
If you would be so kind stop by the Challenge thread you booked marked, share your pictures and subscribe to the thread. You can add your name to the list or just express your interest and we can do that part.
The request for you to do this! You have a circle of members who I can suspect follow your posts, and they then will be exposed and then may join us on our adventure exploring how the WORLD uses their OPINELs.
And have fun! Meet new folk, SHOW OFF , skills, DOGS, landscapes, etc. B EST ENTERTAINMENT on the WEB !
Thank you for sharing those two pictures, as well.
☺️. Oh! The DIY model! Been eyeing the Yellow version😉Me too.
Nice Opinel JonesE. I have not seen that particular one either.Very neat and functional mod Aloha
LC, great carry system for your Opi. They are so light I'm sure its makes a great neck carry.
Here is my #8. I modified it to be easy open.
JonesE, I can pitch in.
Plane tree, or platane in French, is a normal part of our countrysides and our cities in the south of France.
During the 1st Empire (Napoleon I), platane were massively planted alongside the roads used by the Grande Armée to protect them from the sun and wind, and today most secondary roads are typically still lined with them. They are easy to maintain and can deliver tons of shade. Their leaves ressemble maple leaves and do not decompose easily, so walking in the streets here in autumn means walking on a crunchy layer of brown rustle of leaves.
All that to say there is a chance some of the wood used for knives could go back 200 years ; a lot are cut down when old roads and urban settings are modernized. See it as a piece of history that may very well be twice as old as the Opinel brand itself. :D
I won the wood grain lottery today. Just got this beautiful no.8 in with olive wood.Great score!
I'm not A.K. - which I am pretty sure he must be happy about - but that's a No. 8 Folding Gardening Knife in purple. That knife is sweet.
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Any advice on maintenance for the carve your own handle no 8? I ordered one this weekend, and I'm wondering if I should stain it or oil it or something when I'm done whittling.FWIW, my limited experience from "pinstriping" two of my No 8s is one (carbon steel) left raw and other (stainless) charred and darkened. Former has some pics posted earlier in this thread (P92). Latter is shown below. … Both have had reasonable use and finish has remained remarkably stable.
Any advice on maintenance for the carve your own handle no 8? I ordered one this weekend, and I'm wondering if I should stain it or oil it or something when I'm done whittling.Here are so many options!
Bummer but glad it came off. I've used BLO but I've not thinned. I like the smell :whistle:
Just being a good MTo member!
Was forced to look up a Opinel No9 DIY model, been :drool: And on 1st look the two color options are now the same $. $32. In my future cart at 48.
Checked the Opinel US web site, same thing. Price now the same for two colors. Mine is to arrive Friday😉
Yummy, with the best rolls on the shelf in the background!Though not in the picture, I even had some sliced Swiss 🧀 to go with it! :like:
I don't need an opinel.... I don't need an opinel.... I don't need an opinel.... :facepalm:
Used my carbon No12 to slice up some scrapple for dinner :like:The No. 12 is big enough for the Giants of June/Big Blades Challenge.
Thanks! :hatsoff: If the smell fades and I can make the blade open a little easier, it'll be worth it.If you want a really good patina, a wedge of Jarlsberg Swiss 🧀 will do nicely
Thanks! :hatsoff: If the smell fades and I can make the blade open a little easier, it'll be worth it.