Opinel No.09 Stainless Steel Folding Oyster & Shellfish Knife with Padouk Handle

The Opinel No.09 Stainless Steel Oyster Knife stands out with its unique folding design, making it easy to carry - whether on a boat or in your pocket on the way to the beach. Featuring a short, robust blade, the innovative design centers the knife's axis to facilitate effortless oyster opening. Thanks to the Virobloc locking ring, it will remain securely closed when not in use and open smoothly when needed.

While Opinel is renowned for its signature razor-sharp blades, this specialized oyster knife features a blunted blade with a sharp tip, perfectly suited for shucking shellfish. The handle is crafted from durable Padouk wood, which is resistant to swelling and well-suited for use in humid or wet environments.

Combining smart functionality and simplistic elegance, the Opinel folding knife is composed of just five essential elements: the blade, the wooden handle, the fixed ferrule, the rivet, and the rotating Virobloc locking ring, which was introduced in 1955 for sizes No.06 and above. With a 2.5-inch blade and an open length of 7.2 inches, this knife is the perfect size for everyday carry.

Opinel recommends hand-washing all wooden-handled knives and allowing them to air dry, as the heat and moisture of a dishwasher can cause the wood to swell, making the knife difficult to open. The Sandvik 12C27 Mod. stainless steel used for the blades requires minimal maintenance, being highly resistant to rust and easily cared for with simple organic oils.

Designed by Joseph Opinel in 1890, this pocket knife has become a cult classic, with generations of artists, explorers, and farmers carrying the instantly recognizable and immensely practical Opinel knife in their pockets. Little has changed since the brand's inception, as the Opinel family continues to manufacture over 5 million knives annually in the Savoie region of France, honoring the founder's commitment to quality and simplicity.

With a wide range of handle options, blade lengths, and specialized features, the Opinel lineup includes the Slim Fillet Series, Colorama, Stainless Steel Premium Wood, No.10 Corkscrew, DIY No.9 Multitool, and the No.8 Garden Knife, each offering unique capabilities to suit a variety of needs. Regardless of the model, every Opinel product is backed by a guarantee against manufacturing defects under normal use.

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