DIY – Do it yourself! Opinel pocket knife

DIY – Do it yourself! The Opinel pocket knife is the most multiuse knife you can imagine. A smart knife that you also use as a tool. It is indispensable in the tool kit, in the car, in the office...everywhere!

DIY – Do it yourself! pocket knife Opinel

• robust, "smart" knife DIY (Do iy yourself)
• useful at home, in the office, in the car, great for electricians and other craftsmen
• the strong blade has a sharp groove for cutting wire (up to 5mm thick)
• the strong blade has a sharp groove for "peeling" wire (up to 8mm thick)
• there are two screwdrivers on the handle (flat and Phillips screwdriver), which is placed at the end of the handle (it snaps in place magnetically)
• two standard bits: flat screwdriver (4 mm screw) and Phillips screwdriver (3.5 to 5 mm screw)
• the handle is made of polyamide filled with glass fibers - it provides excellent impact and water resistance
• the handle is designed to "fit" in the hands
• the Virobloc® safety system locks the blade in the open and closed position
• stainless steel blade - corrosion resistant
• blade size N09 (8 cm)
• blade thickness: 2.5 mm
• made in France

The smart tool knife essential in the tool kit, in the car, in the office...

Stainless steel 55-57 HRC

Opinel is of high quality. It boasts high corrosion resistance and high mechanical performance. The blade offers sharpness and high resistance to abrasion (wear). It can also be used to cut hard materials such as ceramics, but then it needs to be resharpened. The advantage of stainless steel is that it does not require special maintenance under normal conditions of use, unlike carbon steel. However, it can reach its limits when it is in prolonged contact with an aggressive environment (acid, salt water, detergent...).

How to sharpen a knife

Opinel blades are known for their exceptional cutting power. To protect this cutting quality, it is important to regularly sharpen the blade when it is dull. And to prevent premature damage to the blade.

Cutting food with your OPINEL knife

In order to preserve and protect the quality of your blade, cutting on hard surfaces (glass, marble, ceramics, etc.) is not recommended. Use softer surfaces for cutting, such as a wooden or plastic cutting board.

What to do in case of oxidation stains (rust/corrosion) on carbon blades?

Wipe the blade with the back of a dishwashing sponge, then wash the blade with a damp, warm sponge and detergent. Wipe the blade with a dry and soft kitchen cloth. Finally, grease the blade with cooking oil. We recommend that you store the Opinel knife in a dry environment with the blade closed.

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