NEW Opinel Knives & Amazing History

[@spookyspacekook5426]

When i retired we were going through boxes we hadn't opened in decades. In one i found the Opinel #9 i bought when i was 10 in Branson MO. Memories came flooding back of fishing, cleaning, and cooking. Good times.

[@joshuarosenblatt]

I’ve had a number eight for almost 35 years - love the carbone blade- it sharpens easily and has a wonderful patina. I agree everyone needs to own at least one.

[@SMKWcom]

🙌🙌🙌

[@yorkshirepudd7532]

Yep, me too. I did reshape the handle a tad but that's all and never needed anything else its always in my pocket

[@stepcler3224]

Iconic knive for more than a century...Top 100 best designs at the Moma ! My grandfather offered me one when I was a teenager...still have it, and daily use it !

[@SMKWcom]

A personal favorite of ours as well!

[@Cz82]

My opinel no.8 oak was the first knife i ever bought for myself and I learned how to sharpen it on the bottom or a cermaic mug. I still have it and i still carry it from time to time despite the other "fancier" folders I have

[@SMKWcom]

We get funny looks when we sharpen on knives on coffee cups at Cracker Barrel lol

[@marcdomin6479]

Noone should have one. Everybody MUST have an Opinel! ❤

[@davids9549]

I must have over 20 of these. My favourite? The #6 in Walnut/Inox, imo the best ultralight hiking knife you can buy at any price, giving proper all-round 3" blade cutting ability at just under 1 ounce. The backspine will raise an awesome spark from a ferro rod (including when the knife is closed!) and is just the right profile for scaling a fish too. Not a 'supersteel' for sure, but takes a screaming good edge and very easy to sharpen in the field. The walnut wood swells less than the standard beech wood when wet, and the Inox is more corrosion resistant than the Carbone.

[@SMKWcom]

That is an awesome collection! Thanks for watching and sharing 👍

[@STVG71]

My number 10 and number 10 corkscrew arrived today. I am going out right now and get a number 8 and the spook and fork kit! Now that the weather is warming up, I'll be looking forward to getting it out in the woods!

[@SMKWcom]

They make a great addition to any pack!

[@geico1975]

I probably have 60 some odd knives, and I rotate weekly and sometimes daily, but by far my most used knife is the Opinel No. 6 HA! MY cheese knife, fruit knife everything knife:) I have the No. 8 no doubt but I love that little number 6 ya'll:) HA!

[@SMKWcom]

We really dig the 6 and 8

[@blacksquirrel4008]

The No. 6 is often under-rated. I keep my Dad’s in my vest pocket and it’s wonderful. It’s about 50 years old and has a lovely patina.

[@marksaint2936]

My Opinel story. Took the family to the North Georgia mountains on vacation. The boys couldn't find the latest whiz bang folder they wanted and after a long search headed back to the car. I saw the Opinel display and thought these were the coolest old school knives I'd ever seen. The boys came back in and we all got one. They were just amazed with the mechanism.

[@SMKWcom]

An awesome design that has stood the test of time!

[@PiperX1X]

My Opinel number 8 I’ve had for over 20 years and has always held its sharpness to the point I’m sure I could shave with it. Awesome knives and I agree everyone should have an Opinel.

[@SMKWcom]

💯

[@LC-wv7tz]

I got two 8s and two 5s this year. One each in stainless and carbon. None of them arrived shaving sharp, but they were decently sharp. I could some of the edge was done sloppily though on portions of the blade.

[@Last_Chance.]

I wish they made a fixed blade with the same blade.

[@SMKWcom]

An Opinel fixed blade would be sweet!

[@jean-baptistedemets3477]

Their paring knife is pretty much that.

[@poonbandit9924]

If they made a fixed blade no.8-12 I would buy multiple and use them for hunting. I have used a no.8 as a bird and trout knife before and it’s perfect other than cleaning it is not easy.

[@leonardhpls6]

Guess you guys have never been on there site😂

[@raccoonvalley5530]

That would be pretty sweet I'd buy a few

[@andrewfett142]

👍🏼knock knock. Who’s there? Opinel since 1890!😄 Same family owned company. Who else has done that? Love opinel for all the reasons. I customized one for my dad, my wife, my daughter and myself. My no9 has drop point thumb stud and pocket clip. My no7; I chopped down to a little carving knife. I think Joseph opinels dad did not like his pocket knife. Didn’t want him to make it. 😆

[@SMKWcom]

We love seeing how crafty the knife community can get and the Opinel gives them so many different things to work with 👍

[@sosteve9113]

Personally I like the 9 as well,fits better in my hand

[@andrewfett142]

@@sosteve9113 👍🏼yep. And the bigger ones have more material to customize.

[@sosteve9113]

@@andrewfett142 also true,I did a few

[@andrewfett142]

@@sosteve9113 👍🏼:)

[@GS-lh2nx]

My dad carried an opinel in his lunch box when I was a kid. He cut a lot of apples with that knife and I have a lot of fond memories of seeing him use it. I got a number 8 with olive wood handles for Christmas many years ago and just started to edc it last week. Perfect timing for this video and love they are still making their products in France. Thanks

[@SMKWcom]

One of the great things about Opinel is the memories passed down over the years

[@firestorm8471]

I have carried the same exact opinel #7 for almost 40 years. Daily !

[@SMKWcom]

No. 7 really is lucky for you 👍

[@firestorm8471]

I actually stopped a jail break with that #7 once. It was on a visitation day and several inmates rushed one of the visitation hall doors. I threw that knife and buried it into a door frame right in front of the lead man. It so shocked them all that they backed up down the hall into the cell block. I never said a word, just retrieved my knife , put it into my pocket and signed in the next visitor. The Sheriff never chewed me out so apparently, no one ever told anybody about it. The #7 actually throws pretty good with a little practice.

[@lcpeterbilt379]

i carry and use the #7 seems to fit better in my pocket, but more people need to try these knives. i think most folks shy away do to its low price, but they preform so much better than the cost indicates.

[@SMKWcom]

The #7 is awesome!

[@splashpit]

I bought one of those number 8 knifes when I did a cycling holiday in France eight years ago have carried it every day since .

[@robshirewood5060]

Can i get a replacement v- lock ferrule from Opinel to replace one which cracked and fell apart on my knife? I am in the UK Nice review, i have no 6-12, inox and carbone, the oyster, the garden, and the saw all are superb. I used to dismiss them and bought what i thought were better knives but i eventually purchased one and wow was i surprised, i use them all the time now, so versatile, so light and sharp. I can see great uses for that little one especially for leatherwork. Thanks, stay safe from UK

[@SMKWcom]

Direct from their website, "Opinel products come with a lifetime warranty and are exchanged in case of defects in materials and workmanship. Damages due to normal wear and tear, improper use, dismantling or other alteration, are not covered by the Manufacturers Limited Lifetime Warranty." www.opinel-usa.com/pages/opinel-usa-warranty-returns-refunds#:~:text=Opinel%20products%20come%20with%20a,the%20Manufacturers%20Limited%20Lifetime%20Warranty.

[@christiannasca3520]

Just out of curiosity, how exactly would you use the plug-in fork and the knife blade at the same time to cut your food on a plate???

[@johnrhodes3350]

Many people have two knives. Maybe a different size and material, stainless or carbon for different tasks.

[@christiannasca3520]

@@johnrhodes3350 Sure, but then you could just carry a fork with you.

[@Phil144gbp]

Ive had opinel since I was 8 im 53 now have had most sizes and the saw ,

[@SMKWcom]

Was an Opinel your first knife?

[@Phil144gbp]

@@SMKWcom yes no 7

[@SMKWcom]

@@Phil144gbp Great place to start!

[@duckdive08]

No 6 is my favorite, holds an edge , simple but classy.

[@SMKWcom]

Great EDC size

[@miniaturefun-guy]

I keep a 7 in my work desk. Have an 8 at home for camping. Have two 6’s I use as hobby knives. A 5 in my glove box. I also have my grandads old carbon 6 that I carry every day. Love opinel knives.,

[@SMKWcom]

That is an awesome collection!

[@davidpaylor5666]

Best cheap EDC pocket knife in the world. I've had one in my pocket for 50 years now, bought my first when I was eight. Shaving sharp and so cheap it doesn't matter if you lose it, which means, of course, that I still have every one I've owned. Ever noticed that you only lose the expensive ones?

[@SMKWcom]

Affordability and useability all in one package!

[@maxpower6188]

The chestnut/garlic Is really cool. Years ago I shortened the blade of a carbon steel nr.8 with a dremel in order to get that design. I use it for whittling and it's great, thanks to the carbon blade. It would be cool of Opinel made a line of knives for whittling.

[@SMKWcom]

Thanks for watching! We love how creative the knife community is when it comes to modding Opinel's

[@Robert_Thomas832]

My no 8 from the 1980's gets daily kitchen use. Added a no 9 recently. Beautiful design 😍

[@frankidoodle]

Bought my Opinel Nr. 10 as a stainless Version in 1994 for Vacation. Using it since then as a kitchen knife. Sometimes for something else. Still sharp and in good working condition despite some lack of servicing.

[@SMKWcom]

The best knives are the ones that stand up to the test of time 👍

[@kgilliagorilla2761]

I own a #6 which is the smallest they make with the lock ring. I drilled a hole in the handle for a small loop lanyard. The coolest one is the tiny key ring one for $13. Great reviews! Cheers.

[@SMKWcom]

Sweet!

[@matttheknife8293]

My favorite is the #9. And I made myself a hybrid #8 and #9 walnut handle/carbon blade. The Opinel site shows the model number is the length of the blade in centimeters.

[@SMKWcom]

You made a 8.5!

[@matttheknife8293]

@@SMKWcom no. I made a hybrid 8, then a hybrid 9. (And I have two hybrid carbon-marked/stainless blade knives I need to sand and refinish)

[@grattof]

I love Opinel. I bought my No. 8 while on a trip to France a long time ago. I recently accidentally cut my finger with it and it have me 3 stitches😅

[@SMKWcom]

Buying it great memory and memento of the trip, the stitches not so much lol

[@grattof]

@@SMKWcom indeed!

[@joshuarosenblatt]

I’ve got a bandaid on my thumb and pinky right now Thumb from oiling a Moritaka kiritsuke (was in a rush) and the pinky from a Civivi Element sheepsfoot in my pocket. It had opened and I sliced on it. One of us!!

[@SirHilary1]

I actually have visited the Museum twice on my way back and thorth from France and Italy in the Alps for work. Amazing place and history, I have No3, No6 and a No10 and a carbon steel No6

[@SMKWcom]

Nice collection!

[@ChrisGross-jr7zc]

I have the 8, 9, and 10. The 8 is my stainless version for veggies and such. Although for my hand i need one in a 9 as it fits my hand perfect. GOD BLESS the Opinel

[@hillbilly4christ638]

The mushroom knife is my prized opinel. I also like my camping utensil knife. I have customized many of the traditional and I love all of them. You can put a hair popping sharp edge on them.

[@SMKWcom]

Takes a great edge, works all day, and doesn't break the bank!

[@guycalgary7800]

The #8 is whats in the middle consol in my truck , a useful knife that wont hurt the pocketbook if stolen or lost.

[@SMKWcom]

Makes a great truck knife!

[@Maddawwg45]

ive always used mineral oil on the pivot and collar on my Opinels to help break em in quicker and to prevent rust on the cs models

[@SMKWcom]

Mineral is a great choice

[@ChrisvilleUSA]

These are classic but may I suggest looking at the Svord Peasants knife FYI my removable flashlight clips fit perfectly on my opinel 8 and 10

[@rogerj.fugere3570]

Lov my Opinel knives. And my Opinel saw also. Similarly I had never heard of the Opinel knock. THAT will come in handy with the saw. Did I mention that I want a No.13?

[@SMKWcom]

We think everyone wants a No. 13 lol

[@bill5657]

@@SMKWcom I have the big boy, and it is awesome to behold!

[@sosteve9113]

Personally I like the 9 as well,fits better in my hand.

[@SMKWcom]

It is a great thing we have so many awesome Opinel sizes to choose from

[@jeremynedrow7003]

I need an Opinel saw.

[@Last_Chance.]

Yes you do. If you're interested in buying one I know a guy who knows a guy that will sell you one

[@SMKWcom]

They are sweet!

[@jeremynedrow7003]

@@Last_Chance. This was the best reply ever.

[@Last_Chance.]

@@jeremynedrow7003 thanks. Have an awesome day brother!

[@2ndchancegeorge]

Gotta love them Opinels...awesome 😊

[@TwinGunz]

I’ve had so many knives in my hands. Opinel is definitely one of the best, pound for pound, There’s just nothing better in my opinion. Joker Kinves are a very close 2nd for me. Love these 2 brands

[@SMKWcom]

Opinel is a classy and classic carry any day of the week 👍

[@darrenvanderwilt1258]

I’ve seen the fork and spoon recently. Didn’t know they work with the #8, so off to get them. The picnic set looks very appealing and would make a perfect gift.

[@SMKWcom]

Makes a great set to keep in the car/lunch box as well 👍

[@darrenvanderwilt1258]

@@SMKWcom Yep. Currently using it for lunches at work

[@ahmedsalama2103]

Nice work, good review, please keep up the good work man 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@SMKWcom]

Thank you!

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

Great new products and great history lesson.

[@SMKWcom]

Thanks for watching T!

[@redsorgum]

I have the #12 knife and saw, I might have to get the serrated blade. I like the spoon and fork setup also. ✌️

[@SMKWcom]

Sounds like you have a good Opinel collection going there

[@rouliane86]

I love my opinel n°8 Chaperon ! Amazing

[@SMKWcom]

Love a No 8!

[@tomgibson8052]

They originate from a town in the south of France called Nontron, there's a museum there for them it's really interesting if you get a chance to go see it.

[@SMKWcom]

We would love to go and see it!

[@tomgibson8052]

It's a nice town, I i lived there for a year.

[@fabio730]

Nontron? I don’t think so!

[@lewisgreenway5065]

I have several Opinel from no 6 7 8 and 9 best value on the market and so sharp, I never intended to have so many talk about a rabbit hole. lol

[@SMKWcom]

They are always a great addition and never breaks the bank

[@camembertdalembert6323]

I'm a french garderner and I always have my opinel when I'm gardening.

[@SMKWcom]

We love that the hold up to real world every day use!

[@rapalaron6348]

Nice😁 I own expensive quality knives but i like that picknick set a lot.

[@SMKWcom]

We are loving the picnic set!

[@JCOwens-zq6fd]

Love the classics. It would be cool to see them make one w/ some more bushcrafty extras rather than a corkscrew but neat either way.

[@geraldwilliams497]

Just what do you mean by "Bushcrafty extras"? Opinel is great for bushcraft. I used to carry an opinel 6 with me along with my fixed blade. Whenever I went into the woods. But check out the number 12 with the tick removal tool and built in whistle.

[@Tracy81258]

Great knives. I probably own as many Opinel knives as any others in my collection out side of my LT Wright collection.

[@SMKWcom]

An Opinel and LT make a great combo!

[@JasonMansfield-ov9qs]

I want to add this brand back to my collection.

[@SMKWcom]

You can't go wrong with a Opinel

[@ksherwoodb]

Dear Opinel: I love your knives. I have a few and I carry my #8 every day. Pleas release some of your premium wood models with a high carbon blade. I prefer it to stainless and would buy three or four if I could find them with a high carbon blade. Thanks- Kyle

[@SMKWcom]

Thanks for watching Kyle!

[@mikecurtis2585]

Those are great knives! Always great prices!!!

[@SMKWcom]

Thanks for watching Mike!

[@davidlogat9338]

I am french and happy to see America loves Opinel. By the way, we love Zippo ;)

[@ElmerJFudd-oi9kj]

I've got a nr. 13 which has a 1 foot blade!

[@SMKWcom]

The 13's are huge!

[@bryanhollyfield3948]

Tc, could you use the spoon and fork at Stampede to eat the dinner with or do they have a no knife rule.

[@SMKWcom]

We are not telling you what to do but we have found tipping generously allows you get away with a lot

[@mikereese15]

Love the history. Not my style but for some reason I want one. Or the fork knife set.

[@SMKWcom]

You will be surprised how quickly it will become a part of your EDC

[@nathanwhite5602]

Great job on the video 👍

[@SMKWcom]

Thanks for watching Nathan!

[@PerilousPaddy]

Unfortunately the twisting lock makes this knife illegal in the UK to own however any knife over 3" is also illegal to carry. I would always carry an number 9 opinel if I oived anywhere else in the world.

[@joeywhite2588]

Great show as always

[@SMKWcom]

Thanks for watching Joey!

[@MB_EDC]

I really wanted to love the Opinel knife that I have (No.7 inox). But - it felt cheap and the blade edge was poor - with some of it rolled. i have to sharpen it to use it. I was disapointed.....

[@nitanice]

GREAT video! Thanks!

[@SMKWcom]

Thanks for watching and glad you liked it!

[@Mastermindyoung14]

@14:45 the '40s has a taller blade. I really like that

[@SMKWcom]

Allways gotta keep an for the out for the classics

[@loopmantra8314]

I own no8 and really like it, but recently got me Antonini Old Bear classic L and boy oh boy what a blade....the mechanism is insane, grip, looks...top notch. Loving it already after only a week lol Sorry Opinel... you've been dethroned 😅 since this is practically the same design or at least similar enough

[@SMKWcom]

thanks for watching

[@LLUrbanAchiever]

Best blade for breaking down cardboard boxes that I’ve ever used.

[@fgfgf396]

Marrant de voir nos couteaux aux USA 😊 Mais ce sont les meilleurs couteaux pour un rapport qualité-prix 🎉

[@timbumgarner1207]

Have several. I to wish for a fixed blade version

[@mbhaus6349]

If i stick the fork to my knife with what should i cut the food than??? I like the spoon but nothing of the new stuff is close to smart. Still love my opinel nr8 If i want a knife that opens wine bottles and beers i go with the sak.

[@nahumdeleon8453]

Does opinel have warranty on their products?

[@SMKWcom]

Direct from their website, "Opinel products come with a lifetime warranty and are exchanged in case of defects in materials and workmanship. Damages due to normal wear and tear, improper use, dismantling or other alteration, are not covered by the Manufacturers Limited Lifetime Warranty." www.opinel-usa.com/pages/opinel-usa-warranty-returns-refunds#:~:text=Opinel%20products%20come%20with%20a,the%20Manufacturers%20Limited%20Lifetime%20Warranty.

[@randyzinn548]

I am going to pull out my opinel tonight when I get off work and carry it. I don't even remember which one I have

[@SMKWcom]

🙌🙌🙌

[@joehalout3476]

Thanks

[@SMKWcom]

Thanks for watching Joe!

[@randyzinn548]

Does opinel have a warranty?

[@SMKWcom]

Direct from their website, "Opinel products come with a lifetime warranty and are exchanged in case of defects in materials and workmanship. Damages due to normal wear and tear, improper use, dismantling or other alteration, are not covered by the Manufacturers Limited Lifetime Warranty." www.opinel-usa.com/pages/opinel-usa-warranty-returns-refunds#:~:text=Opinel%20products%20come%20with%20a,the%20Manufacturers%20Limited%20Lifetime%20Warranty.

[@rafaeloreirorodriguez5278]

By far the best inox Steel knife I ever bought was an Opinel. The SECRET is that Opinel USES SWEDISH SANDRIVAK INOX STEEL .

[@SMKWcom]

We really like INOX

[@45ColtBlackhawk]

Thanks MaryLynn and TC for bringing us these great Opinels! Just ordered the picnic + and a carbon #8.

[@SMKWcom]

Thanks for watching and we hope you enjoy them!

[@patricegarnierlobo25111967]

for the datation the stamp on the handle and the stamp on the blade has different

[@jeetts59]

I don’t know how many I have, several in the house, garage, car, truck

[@SMKWcom]

A Opinel is always a good thing to keep around

[@RandysWSG]

Very awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@SMKWcom]

🙌🙌🙌

[@skinner18375]

Now I want one thanks ❤

[@SMKWcom]

Always a good one to have in the collection

[@andriesscheper2022]

Opinel also sells a really, really big one (and rhen I mean big!). Might be a help when treathened by ghosts!

[@eleveneleven572]

I moved to France in 2003. I saw them on sale and my intial thought was they looked like toys. But i bought one and haven't looked back. Wicked sharp, light, unassuming....and not scary which helps in public. Opinels and Laguiole knives are a must. And the Laguiole has a crucifix on it to pray to....designed for shepherds up in the hills who couldn't get to church.

[@SMKWcom]

Thanks for watching and sharing your knife tale with us

[@seabassmastermatt80]

No1 is so rare even the museum doesnt have an Opinel of getting one.

[@SMKWcom]

Thanks for watching!

[@sukbotfeldt7037]

I have Opinel 6.7 and 8 my favorit is No 6 😜👍

[@SMKWcom]

Once you have an Opinel in your collection it then becomes a journey to find which one is your favorite size lol

[@rickyhurtt5568]

On the sidewalk at the barber shop? Does that happen in France or 1940 America?

[@SMKWcom]

More than likely France

[@StevanOutdoor]

I love my Opinels. Made a video years ago about the Savoyan knock to open your Opinel. Fun fact. Nontron knives are from the same country but much older. Talking about history.

[@alexpervanoglu7420]

I'm one of the 300 million. Use my no.8 multiple times a day, every day, without fail.

[@SMKWcom]

The no. 8 is a great EDC

[@alexpervanoglu7420]

@@SMKWcom I solely use it for food along with a folding knife and fork. It's perfect for the task, from prep to plate.

[@patricegarnierlobo25111967]

the best french trad knives opinel douk douk and laguiole! and the oldest nontron since 1775

[@paulcarr4005]

I'm in the UK the opinel knife worth biying is hi carbon I've had loads over the past .it's got to be hi carbon steel.dont wast your time on stainless blunt blunt all the time.the old high carbon just oil it or gun blue it

[@patricegarnierlobo25111967]

the virobloc has been on Opinel since 1955 , and knocked de opinel butt is named "the savoyard's blow"

[@sosteve9113]

Your Correct about that

[@hr4669]

I prefer his great brothers, number 9 and 10. But number 8 is the top of buy, why ? Really good whit pic-nic set ! Compact and funny ! Hi from France.

[@SMKWcom]

The 8 is great size without being to big or to small. Hits a lot of peoples hands just right

[@GasStationKnives4Ever]

The woods on my knives are not living organisms.

[@SMKWcom]

thanks for watching

[@brianvannorman1465]

Nifty.

[@KenGray]

Great Grandpa knives.

[@SMKWcom]

💯

[@Barry-Sweaty]

Opinel #7 because I’m super cool 😎

[@DamionJR4923]

I wish they made the #6, #8 with a carbon blade and a FRN handle.

[@bulldogkesel291]

Vav price

[@davidglazener7921]

Also, why is the cutting board not from France, instead of Italy!?

[@zilla8232]

My opinelo no.8 blade rolled on soft wood out of the box.

[@columbmurray]

The ' knock ' as you call it is the coup de savoyard.

[@johnmitchell1614]

Hello, what a shame the man on your left had nothing to say. I like the near razor grind on the blade and they're light, really light. I have a number 08 gardeners model and it only weighs 1.3 ounces (37 grams) I have a same sized lock knife and it weighs 5.5 ounces (158 grams) Best to keep the Opinel dry though. Best regards. 🙃

[@kacperjurczyk5500]

I love them

[@SMKWcom]

💯

[@davidglazener7921]

Seems like on the bottle opener, the bottle cap would crush the wood immediately,