Chef's knife N°118 PARALLÈLE 20 cm, natural, beech wood, Opinel

Product detailed description

In the kitchen, there are knives that wait for their one specific task, and then there is the N°118 PARALLÈLE, which prefers to help with almost everything. Slicing, dicing, chopping or cubing - as soon as something starts happening on the cutting board, there is a very good chance it will be this knife going to work.

Main advantages:

• The Opinel N°118 Chief PARALLÈLE is a versatile chef's knife for slicing, dicing, chopping and preparing regular cubes.
• The 20 cm blade provides plenty of working surface for comfortable processing of meat, vegetables and other common ingredients.
• The curved edge allows for a natural rocking motion, which is ideal for quickly chopping vegetables or fresh herbs.
• The 3 mm thick blade remains rigid and stable during cutting, supporting precise control of the cut.
• The wide blade profile facilitates the processing of larger quantities of ingredients and offers good control during everyday food preparation.
• The X50CrMoV15 stainless steel offers high corrosion resistance while maintaining very good cutting properties.
• The blade hardness of 56-57 HRC creates a balanced ratio between edge retention and practicality for regular kitchen use.
• The smooth edge is suitable for clean and precise cuts without tearing the structure of meat, vegetables or other ingredients.
• The beech wood handle is hard and durable, yet retains the pleasant natural character of traditional Opinel knives.
• The PEFC-certified beech wood comes from sustainably managed sources in the Jura and Vercors regions of France.
• The light grain of the beech wood ranges from yellow to pink shades and is complemented by characteristic small darker lines.
• The lacquered surface of the handle helps protect the wood from moisture and dirt during regular use in the kitchen.
• The 13.2 cm handle provides ample space for a comfortable and stable grip during various cutting techniques.
• The model belongs to the PARALLÈLE collection, characterized by a simple timeless appearance, beech handles and blade profiles adapted to individual kitchen tasks.
• The knife is made in France and represents a versatile essential for everyday food preparation.

Additional information:

• blade length: 20 cm
• blade thickness: 3 mm
• blade material: X50CrMoV15 stainless steel
• blade hardness: 56-57 HRC
• edge design: smooth and curved
• handle material: PEFC-certified varnished beech wood
• handle length: 13.2 cm
• use: slicing, dicing, chopping and preparing ingredients into cubes
• dishwasher safe: not recommended, we recommend hand washing and thorough drying
• warning: do not soak the wooden handle unnecessarily or leave it in water for a long time
• made in: France
• warranty: lifetime

Opinel lifetime warranty:

• The manufacturer provides a lifetime warranty on Opinel knives and accessories against defects in materials and workmanship - a product with a manufacturing defect will be replaced.
• The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, damage caused by improper use, or products that have been disassembled or modified.