Dec 1, 2010 · Just wanted to concentrate those photos of Opinel mods (because I love Opinels) for next modders to get some inspiration from pics here. So I start with mine Just sanded down the edges on …

Nov 24, 1999 · Opinel USA, on their FAQ page, describes the finish on their Carbone model's beechwood as 'stained varnish'. So, shopping for options there might lead to something most similar …

Aug 4, 2013 · The Opinel seems to be the simplest (and inexpensive) design to start out with. If you have an Opinel that's been modded or customized, lets see them for some inspiration.

Jun 30, 2017 · Good day everyone! I recently purchased a Opinel no 6 as i wanted to try my hand at modifying it. I've never modded any knife before, and since Opinel's are famous for the mods that …

Oct 30, 2004 · The #7 Opinel with carbon steel blade is a great EDC for me. I have several others. The #10 is too big as the #6 is a very little to small. However- you should try several sizes, due to their …

Jul 7, 2016 · Here is my first folder. I have 2 Opinel paring knives destined to be small edc fixed blades. This is the Opinel #8 Carbone and was awesome right out of the box. For being such a proud, "Made …

Feb 16, 2017 · The walnut Opinel in my previous post is the same knife mentioned above, after I eventually sanded off all of the previous Danish oil finish and did further reshaping & thinning of the …

Dec 2, 2004 · Do you have an image of different opinel stamping/ hallmarks over the years which you could post, or know of a site that has it? I have searched to no avail. I am trying to get a estimated …

Feb 6, 2025 · Verdict The Opinel No. 9 Carbone knife is a contraption right out of history. It was designed 135 years ago and has remained largely unchanged ever since. In fact, the Opinel No. 8 is …

Jul 21, 2022 · By complete accident i ran into an article dating 03-07-2025 telling og Opinel's new knife design and locking mechanism. The following is borrowed from the article *This compact EDC knife …