Pocket knife N°02 3.5 cm, natural, beech wood, Opinel

Product detailed description

There are tools for big life decisions, and then there are tools for the moment when you are defeated by three centimetres of adhesive tape. Opinel N°02 CARBON specialises in the latter category without grand gestures, and does so with surprising dignity.

Main advantages:

• The Opinel N°02 Inox folding knife is the brand's smallest current model, representing an exceptionally compact helper for everyday small tasks.
• The 3.5 cm blade is suitable for precise cutting, opening packages, model making and other activities where you will appreciate maximum control over a small edge.
• Martensitic stainless steel of European origin with a hardness of 55-57 HRC provides high sharpness, good mechanical resistance and very good protection against corrosion.
• The blade's high resistance to wear helps maintain a quality cut even with regular contact with harder materials before needing resharpening.
• Stainless steel does not require special maintenance under normal conditions, making it well suited for a small knife designed for frequent use.
• Under long-term exposure to acids, salt water or aggressive detergents, it is nevertheless advisable to clean and thoroughly dry the blade.
• The handle made of varnished beech wood preserves the traditional Opinel look even in this extremely compact design.
• The PEFC-certified beech wood comes from ecologically managed forests in the Jura and Vercors regions and excels in hardness and durability.
• Bright beech wood ranges from yellow to pinkish tones, and its natural grain is complemented by characteristic small darker lines.
• The varnished surface helps protect the handle from moisture and dirt during regular daily use.
• The 4.66 cm handle keeps the entire knife truly miniature while allowing controlled guidance during delicate work.
• When closed, the knife measures approximately 4.5 cm, taking up minimal space in a pocket, pouch or small work kit.
• The N°02 model has been produced since the N°01 model was discontinued in the 1930s, and has represented the smallest knife in the Opinel range ever since.
• Despite its miniature size, it retains the essential character of traditional Opinel knives - simple construction, a quality blade and a wooden handle.
• The knife is made in France and is suitable for users looking for the smallest possible functional folding knife for precise daily tasks.

Additional information:

• blade length: 3.5 cm
• handle length: 4.66 cm
• closed knife length: approximately 4.5 cm
• blade material: martensitic stainless steel of European origin
• blade hardness: 55-57 HRC
• handle material: PEFC-certified lacquered beech wood
• handle colour: natural, light shade from yellow to pinkish
• 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.