Opinel No. 8 Peasant Knife - French Classic

[@TheStreamingEnderman]

Good luck finding a classier, older, and more useful knife for the price. I love these to death. I have a collection of over 20 Opinels now. I'll probably be getting more in the future. But hey, at least they don't break the bank!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

That's very true. Opinels are budget friendly knives, Enderman.

[@pa1adin111]

I have one that my Dad gave me for my tackle box when I was a kid back in the 70's. Love that knife.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Those are always the best knives, the ones with sentimental attachment. Thanks Rick.

[@saldomino1639]

Great knife for the money I got two one Inox and one carbon thanks for sharing!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

I think they are great value and even better when you get them super slicey. Thanks, Sal.

[@Toadonthehill.]

I couldn’t agree more, they are a great knife. The design is so simple and works so well. How can you not love them. 🔪👍.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Classic design, great blade shape, and light in the pocket. There's a lot to like.

[@Toadonthehill.]

It’s amazing how a bit of thought and basic common sense can create a design so bullet proof it’s survived to this day without hardly any change. I am still to get hold of the Japanese and German versions of ‘Peasant Knife’ but they are on the ‘list’. 🔪👍

[@larrymarkowitz8386]

My carbon #8 consistently gives me hope that I can actually sharpen other knives too! They are fantastic slicers that get wicked sharp, real easy.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

That is definitely their strength and one huge reason I like them. Thanks Larry.

[@HardyBunster]

I like the N°12 as a carving and general kitchen knife. I always take it when staying in a cabin or cottage as the knives are always blunt.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Nice. I'm glad they offer a range of sizes. Thanks, Hardy.

[@davidkurle5418]

I've got a carbon #8, and it's my dedicated "lunch knife". lol Rides to work in my cooler every day. Fantastic for food prep, and just a nice backup knife to have with you. Cheers, buddy.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Good use for it. Thanks for sharing David.

[@felinebline7154]

A close family friend and owner of a long time popular restaurant executive chef uses only the Opinel #13 Giant as he helps in prep. This might be common in high end Kitchens worldwide. Well put when you say "Opinel is essential".

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Interesting, thanks for that.

[@WilliamsKnifeLife]

I have the number 8 hiding around here somewhere. Great picnic knives.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Can't remember my last picnic. Gonna have to do that sometime soon while the weather is nice. Thanks William. 🔪

[@michaelbeams9553]

A truly great knife . The three " mods" I have always made are: 1 - To bring the tip of the blade down a bit. 2 - To form a "easy-open", using a half round rasp and sand paper ( placed roughly under the handle logo) This allows one hand opening ( using the pinch and flick method ) and allows easy opening if the handle swells due to humidity. 3 - Drill a lanyard hole( I lose way too many knives ) Great Video. Peace , Be Free .

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Has to be one of the modded knives in history. Thanks for sharing your info.

[@NorthStarKnifeReviews]

Love Opinel. I have around 8 or 9 in various sizes and styles. I use my No. 8 stainless for a picnic knife. Great slicer.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

That's quite a few. Have you ever done a video of that sub-collection?

[@NorthStarKnifeReviews]

@@ThriftyKaniffy as a matter of fact…kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5yalX9pe5yFe9U I also have a couple that aren’t in here.

[@RJsKnives]

I love the number 8. Definitely belongs in every collection. And it carries great, it is so light! Great video, you’re right, the history is extensive!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks RJ. A full length documentary could be made, right? 🇫🇷

[@RJsKnives]

@@ThriftyKaniffy absolutely! And knife nerd that I am, I would watch!

[@puzzlering1]

Thank you TK , a great knife and a very interesting and informative story, I have the number 7 and as you say it is a great addition to anybody’s collection. Take care Sam

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Sam. Glad you enjoyed the info. An essential knife.

[@felinebline7154]

Great presentation on what most consider the most important knife of all!. I have in addition to my #8 and #6 Opinells is the Italian "Antonelli Old Bear" and the "M.A.M." knife! M.A.M. is the Founders name initials. Tremendous threesome for my peasant collection. Pure cutlery royalty.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Familiar with all of them. Thanks Rick.

[@danielrobinson7872]

I own a stainless #9 in olivewood and a smaller stainless #7. They have the outright best blade geometry in my entire knife collection. Even though I own plenty of d2, s35vn, etc. blades, these have become my #1 go-to edc knives. They are true cardboard slayers, and keep going even when they get dull because of how thin they are. Looking forward to getting a #10 or #12 in carbon to see how that steel compares.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Many people have commented about how good of a slicer they are. Thanks Daniel for sharing your experiences.

[@gadgetgus]

Absolutely 💯 - the No.8 🔪 is 'the' real classic of the whole range. I have a No.6 in Carbon, which is quite good for whittling, as its so thin behind the edge... Great video J, Atb Gus 👍

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Seems to be a universally well liked knife. Thanks Gus.

[@felinebline7154]

Ultimate masterpiece.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Haha. Well said Rick.

[@timbo4374]

I have a nbr 7 in olive wood and a nbr 9 with a custom blade made with M390 steel. Great slicers, and I love the simple design.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Yes, they are. Thanks Timbo. Cool No. 9 you have.

[@Mattisfaction]

I have yet to snag an Opinel but maybe I should get one!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Good place to start with a collection.

[@gerhardras4766]

I think they are super nice knives. I have the whole carbone set 2-10 and the 13. As soon as my ship comes in I will buy the full SS set as well. Thanks for the vid. Stay safe.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

That's a nice collection. Welcome to the channel Gerhard.

[@jeroenvoss6231]

Currently i only have the number 10 carbon, which is a pretty good affordable slicer/work knife. I have had more models like the 6 and 8 but somehow they disappeared between my tools. Thank you for an educational video!

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks Jeroen. I'll be further exploring these very affordable knives.

[@jeroenvoss6231]

@@ThriftyKaniffy They have a slim line too with a bladeshape that looks somewhat like a filetknife as well as an oisterknife.

[@dirtyharry5957]

I own this one and a number 6. I also own a buck 112 plus.....I need a buck 110.... Love your videos

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Welcome to the channel Harry. The are pretty much a must own knife for a serious collector.

[@dirtyharry5957]

@@ThriftyKaniffy indeed they are my friend and I will add one to my small but ever growing collection. Will you do me the honor of viewing my short videos. I would appreciate it.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

@@dirtyharry5957 Will do.

[@dirtyharry5957]

@@ThriftyKaniffy thank you

[@JollyPeanut]

Opinel is a Classic . Have you tried Antonini Old Bear similar but i think beter with Brass fittings a better lock & Walnut Wood & still low cost.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

The Antonini is on my radar. It's just a matter of time before I get one. Thanks Jolly.

[@janetowens7288]

I have the 8 also which I guess is the most popular. The 9 is more comfortable in normalish size hands because the handle is a bit longer, imo. The knives are sharp as hell and are great slicers. Good info in the video.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks. I've considered getting a few more, perhaps a 6, a 10...heck a 9 too, why not.

[@jelkel25]

Yup, it was one of my starter knives and is very good for kids. It's easy to operate with smaller hands unlike my other starter knife the Douk Douk which has a nasty backspring that loves eating fingers. Still have an 8 in Stainless and 9 in Carbon. Very good hiking/walking knife, it's light, with the collar it's very versatile and the spine is 90 degree's so can be used with a ferro rod. As long as you remember it has a thin blade and treat it accordingly it's a good knife.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Thanks for the comments JHAY. That thin blade makes for a heck of a slicer. It's a light duty winner in my book.

[@PrepperDale]

I dont have one,,yet. Just added a #6 to my SMKWs cart. (Carbon)

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Right on Dale. Thanks for watching.

[@blacksquirrel4008]

I wonder when they stopped making the Viroloc bidirectional? Must be recently.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

Seems like its been a 5 years or more, I can't recall. Thanks Squirrel.

[@lewisgreenway5065]

I used to think they were just cheap and tacky, avoided buying them for years, bought one to try and found out how good they are, safe to say I have many now so I doubt you will just buy one inox and one carbon my freind.

[@ThriftyKaniffy]

You're very right Lewis. I don't see the want list getting smaller for quite some years.