Opinel - Traditional Classic N°06 Stainless Steel Folding Knife – Medium Everyday Pocket Knife

Opinel - Traditional Classic N°06 Stainless Steel Folding Knife – Medium Everyday Pocket Knife The Opinel N°06 Stainless Steel Folding Knife is a lightweight and compact tool, perfectly balanced for slipping into your bag or pocket so you are never without a dependable blade. Whether you are breaking down packages at work or enjoying an impromptu picnic in the park, this medium-sized folding knife is a convenient daily companion. It is also the smallest model in the Opinel lineup to feature the legendary Virobloc® safety ring for enhanced security during use and transport. Best For Outdoor enthusiasts, campers, and everyday carry (EDC) users looking for a lightweight, low-maintenance pocket knife that is large enough for confident cutting but small enough to go anywhere. Key Features Low-Maintenance Stainless Steel: Crafted from Sandvik 12C27 modified stainless steel, enriched with chrome to deliver exceptional corrosion resistance without requiring routine oiling. Exceptional Edge Retention: Formulated with a carbon content of at least 0.40%, ensuring a remarkably sharp, clean-cutting blade that is highly durable yet easy to re-sharpen when needed. Patented Virobloc® Safety Ring: Invented in 1955, this highly effective safety mechanism allows you to lock the blade securely open during use or safely closed inside your pocket. Sustainably Sourced Handle: Features a beautifully contoured handle crafted from premium beechwood sourced from ecologically managed French woodlands, meeting strict environmental sustainability standards. Specifications Blade Length: 7.3 cm Overall Length: 16.5 cm Weight: 34 g Blade Material: Sandvik 12C27 Modified Stainless Steel Handle Material: Sustainably Sourced Beechwood Locking Mechanism: Patented Virobloc® Safety Ring Ideal For (Uses) Everyday Carry (EDC): A feather-light, 34-gram pocket companion that effortlessly tackles opening letters, boxes, slicing twine, or cutting retail tags. Outdoor Dining & Picnics: Ideal for slicing up fruit, cheese, cured meats, and preparing snacks while hiking, camping, or traveling. Light Outdoor Utility: A great minimalist knife for camp tasks, carving tinder, whittling, or light gardening and harvesting chores. Pro Tip: The N°06 is widely considered the ultimate "goldilocks" size in the Opinel family—it's small enough to be completely non-threatening but large enough to fit all four fingers for a full grip. To keep the Virobloc® ring spinning smoothly, occasionally clear out any pocket lint from the collar and apply a single drop of dry lubricant!