Opinel No8: Time Traveler Blade

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  • @pbs1516
    @pbs1516 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    As a French guy, I'm very happy to see how enthousiast you are with this good old Opinel! I have around 60 knives, maybe 1/3 of Benchmade, 1/3 of Cold Steel and 1/3 of various other brands, but when it comes to my meal, I use an Opinel n°8. Everyday.

  • @TheBluePills
    @TheBluePills 9 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    another point to make is how easy these blades are to sharpen, and how insanely Sharp you can get them With minimal effort, both because of the simple steel and the lean primary grind, no "tactical" knife will outcut an opinel

    • @gideonstactical
      @gideonstactical  9 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      +TheBluePills True that!

    • @watermain48
      @watermain48 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Mine came ridiculously sharp and didn't need any touching up. I love this knife.

    • @BradGryphonn
      @BradGryphonn 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Absolutely. I can get a razor type edge on my No7 and I can easily change the edge if I want a longer lasting, almost razor edge. My introduction to Opinel was in the early 90s when I was gifted an Opinel No8; pre double lock and Stainless varieties.

    • @emmarowley1096
      @emmarowley1096 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Had my number 8 for the last 12 years and it's used daily and still looks good considering that it's used and abused and always get a good edge especially if you use a little bit of Ballistol. High carbon steel blade every time for me never gotten on with stainless blades

    • @joelilley3554
      @joelilley3554 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah but these so called tactical knives aren’t meant to e insane sharp to do super fine cutting tasks. They are made for cutting rope, straps, rags, and flesh of need be. Tactical knives are still very sharp they just don’t need to e that sharp.

  • @silverd20
    @silverd20 6 ปีที่แล้ว +366

    Made in France, cheap as hell, scary sharp, and floats in water. Leave the spider-co fidget flippers for the kids because Opinel is the real OG.

    • @EkremDajakaj
      @EkremDajakaj 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      AdrunkChangeling if you put this knife in water than it's very hard to close him because handle made pressing to Blade Wood's take water

    • @thomasmaloney843
      @thomasmaloney843 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Meanwhile the Spyderco sinks to the bottom of the lake.

    • @ianjenkins6104
      @ianjenkins6104 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Wrong. Not one of the current 11 types of Opinel knives floats in water, they never have, it’s an urban myth. Try it and see.

    • @elephantsmemory3142
      @elephantsmemory3142 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @jhon doe Nor am I but I am now thinking about it

    • @evgenybelilovskiy1205
      @evgenybelilovskiy1205 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      OK boomer

  • @bellym1251
    @bellym1251 9 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    the opinel no 8 carbone is the knife i use most, i carry it every day, it is a superbly simple knife, i buy them as gifts for all my friends, and even here in australia, it costs only around $20aud, unbeatable value!!!

  • @badagry7647
    @badagry7647 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hello. as i'm french man i'm happy to see you using this knife. I USE THE NUMBER 9 every day in my kitchen for food or vegetable cooking. i've the number 6 for every day carry. Very good knife, of course in carbon style. thanks again

  • @Murchlives
    @Murchlives 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Opinel #8 is the sharpest knife I own. I keep all my knives shaving sharp, but this sucker does paper cutting test on a paper towel. Very good knife if used as intended.

    • @gideonstactical
      @gideonstactical  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Murad Babaniyazov Right, if used like it was intended for you will love it.

  • @HarveySpectre415
    @HarveySpectre415 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I bought the model with the walnut handle for the extra couple of dollars. I think it's an awesome gentleman's knife. I think I read something about it once that said "perfection isn't when you have nothing left to add, it's when you have nothing left to take away." Everything about it is a simple and effective design, with nothing it doesn't need. I absolutely love it, same feelings as you there's just something about it that makes it very pleasing to pull out and use.
    They definitely make great stuffing stockers too!

  • @sk8crtn
    @sk8crtn 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I use my no 9 carbon everyday for random cutting as well as when I go hiking. Great knife.

  • @davidcarson7855
    @davidcarson7855 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the Opinels have several advantages as EDC knives--they are light, have comfortable handles, are easy to keep sharp and even the large ones don't scare people

  • @cosmikvratch
    @cosmikvratch 9 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I am following your channel since quite a while, and was very curious to see what you would have to say about this knife - I'm french, by the way!;)
    An Opinel is a lot more than a piece of tradition! We're talking about one of the best budget folding knife ever, indeed: ridiculously cheap (7 euros here) crazy slicer, excellent at carving (I prefer it to a mora to carve a spoon, by example), very easy to resharpen, great ergonomy... And it's the king of the kitchen! Most people here in France have one and use it for food preparation, and french people are not renowned to be basic with their cooking...
    the only real drawback being the fragile tip, most people break the very end at one point, without it having a lot more than a cosmetic consequence.
    Add that to that the fact they have all sizes of blades from 1 to 5 inches (2 to 12 centimeters)... there's no reason left not to own one!
    When I travel abroad I always bring a couple, it makes a typical gift that is useful.
    For once there is a very good french product, I will not hide my pleasure!;)
    Thanks a lot for all your work, you have an amazing reviewing capacity and I like your energy and style (except the rare gun stuff, why the hell are you american so obsessed by guns???), take care!

    • @tokr72
      @tokr72 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      totom cosmikvratch Because... that's why. I visited your fair country. I sat underneath the Arc de Triumph on Bastille day. I took in the view of Paris from the Eiffel Tower, visited Notre Dame cathedral, I even saw a mime. Loved the chocolate crapes. Wish I could have stayed longer, but I was traveling with Germans, and well, you know how they are about schedules and time. It's a sickness. If I had known about these rustic little knives then, I definitely woulda picked one up.

  • @nathanbailey9944
    @nathanbailey9944 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    AWESOME review man! I love the No8 and have used them for 20 years now. It is a bullet proof folder and is perfect when it comes to skinning small animals like rabbits,hares and possums! keep up the good work

  • @freduutx3989
    @freduutx3989 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks man ! Appreciated 🇫🇷

  • @Kyoko12345678
    @Kyoko12345678 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love these blades! I also love my modern folders but at the end of the day, this is all you really need

  • @gregoryyaden
    @gregoryyaden 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I harvested a deer a few years ago, tracked through the woods. Found the deer right before dark, would not leave it in the woods for fear of coyotes (which were in the area). I had no choice but to gut the deer and drag it back to the truck. Being the genius I am not, as I got on my knees to begin I realized I had left my hunting knife at camp. All I had was an Opinel No7. Short story: it handled the job with no problem. I now have 3 Opinels and I edc one at all times.

  • @LarryDickman1
    @LarryDickman1 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have an original Becker BK-7. I told me kids when they were younger that BK stood for Bear-Killer.
    I still have my Buck 110 from my Army days in the early 70s. That all being said, the Opinel 8 is what I have in my pocket out in the yard and one in my camping kitchen.

  • @kieronwheeler3087
    @kieronwheeler3087 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a no 8, I have to say; they seem comfortable for every person to use. Mine cost me £10 and is fantastically sharp. It looks beautiful, is easy to modify, is easy enough to carry and is just generally a great knife. Also, just so you know, they're not farmers knives, they're peasant knives, cheap, simple, reliable, sharp and usable.

  • @MrFomhor
    @MrFomhor 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The No12 rocks even MORE!

    • @catey62
      @catey62 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I recently bought one in carbon steel, and it rivals my expensive Japanese kitchen knives for sharpness, and ease of use in food prep. I love it.

  • @lino5167
    @lino5167 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    "This is your time travelling ticket", very true indeed sir. Using other knives is fun, but using an opinel is bliss, truly peaceful enjoyment.
    Hands down, the best review to come out of this channel, from a longtime subscriber and watcher.

  • @michaelcole4197
    @michaelcole4197 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been using an opinel no. 10 since 1987, still as good as the day i bought it.

  • @tholtzman83
    @tholtzman83 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well now I feel dumb lol. I take my knives and sharpening of knives pretty serious. I love my lansky 5 hone (problems with curve fine and u-fine going flat). I had never heard of opinel, but looks great and time travel worthy. Love your explanation of tactical. Anything can be "tactical". Rat rod bikes and cars, used different parts to achieve a desired result. Thanks, God bless and safe time jumps.

  • @dwightehowell6062
    @dwightehowell6062 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can get these knives in a variety of handle materials. You can get stainless or high carbon steel. You can lock the blade closed. I own several in different sizes.

  • @ts7yzf
    @ts7yzf 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Found the Opinel on accident while looking up comparisons to the Delica 4. Received my No. 8 about 2 weeks ago. Great piece of nostalgia. Gotta' say….have become a fan of the channel. Actually wondered about the channel name. Really like the concept behind it. Keep up the good work and God Bless!

  • @MrPhillyval
    @MrPhillyval 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    At 10:20, it is because the axe of the blade (the rivet hole) is not perfectly perpendicular to the handle...

  • @MichaelTravis12c27
    @MichaelTravis12c27 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Opinel is a great little blade. I love mine.

    • @gideonstactical
      @gideonstactical  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Blue Mountain Bushcraft and Outdoors Nice.

  • @ronagoodwell2709
    @ronagoodwell2709 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ok, great for carving sticks and slicing cucumbers, but how is it at batoning oak stump wood in the dead of winter?

  • @tntanto
    @tntanto 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why would anyone give a thumbs down on this video?! I liked it.

  • @EattinThurs61
    @EattinThurs61 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Buy it you will not regret it! My no.9 has lost its tip so I had to reshape it my number 12 is bit big but no.10 is great for food prep If you are hiking get no. 10 for food processing. The 7 or 8 size is the most common since it is legal also where there are laws governing length of blade legal where 9 or 10 would be too long (four fingers)...

  • @k9merle
    @k9merle 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review that brought back memories of my grandfather cutting plug tobacco.

  • @JDStone20
    @JDStone20 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video! Keep up the good work! Opinels are awesome knives!

    • @gideonstactical
      @gideonstactical  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yehoshua Jason D. Stone They sure are my friend!

  • @13bravoredleg18
    @13bravoredleg18 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I use a number 10 in the garden. Very handy knife!

  • @Mat-kr1nf
    @Mat-kr1nf 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve had my carbon steel no. 9 for 35 years and the blade is still rock steady in the handle as long as the locking ring is fully tightened, I don’t understand why yours had a few mil of movement, unless they’re not made to the same standard nowadays? I sanded the varnish off the handle and now I keep wiping olive oil in, especially in the end grain.

  • @davesimmons8640
    @davesimmons8640 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Exactly what we need - a 3 minute introduction before getting to what the title says the video is about.
    You do love to hear yourself talk while saying nothing.

  • @simonsmith3551
    @simonsmith3551 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have had my number 9 carbon for years at least 25 years I think they are the best you can get end of I paid about 5 pounds (uk) you can sharpen with sand paper I drilled a hole in mine and I have it on a clip round my neck right now it was with me through 11 yr of the royal marines and I gave it such a beasting and gotta say still kicking you can get them on a wet or oil stone and shave with them I have bit sore but did the job love them if you don't have one get one you won't regret it

  • @ricardocastillo5485
    @ricardocastillo5485 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    An Opinel is like a Buck 110, great classic knife, not for bashing, prying, batoning, splitting, which is not what I want a knife for anyway.

  • @timothy7497
    @timothy7497 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I agree with this assesment but it left out one aspect that would be important to backpackers. It's very light.

  • @EAS573182
    @EAS573182 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've always been curious about Opinels, but I never pulled the trigger on one. I'll have to pick one up on your recommendation. What you said about the sleepy French town is SO true; I feel exactly the same way. When I went to France, I did see one at a bakery, being used to cut bread!
    Also, there is still snow on the ground where you live!?

    • @gideonstactical
      @gideonstactical  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aneesh Sompalli Ya buddy, late spring snow storm in the Rockies.

    • @EAS573182
      @EAS573182 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      gideonstactical I really need to visit that region. It's a muggy 85 and sunny here.

  • @phitausundown
    @phitausundown 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    considering picking up a No 6, 7, or 8 for a new EDC tasker. Now, to decide which one....

    • @limbus_patrum
      @limbus_patrum 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Depends how tight are your jeans and if you want that "happy" look ;)

    • @jackrabbit4907
      @jackrabbit4907 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Get the n6, it as a 2 7/8'', i think its perfect,and been using it for EDC for years.The n7 is at 3'' and the n8 at 3 1/4'.'

    • @dilley_esq
      @dilley_esq 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Jack Rabbit I ended up getting all 3.

    • @shawnoconnors3645
      @shawnoconnors3645 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      depends on how big are your hands here is an exemple : for a NBA player , an N°8 is too little , a N°9 or 10 is more suitable ...

  • @tomwilson7202
    @tomwilson7202 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Opinel is akin to the "pennyknife" that our colonist forefathers carried and just as useful.

  • @pagesegovia2026
    @pagesegovia2026 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you have to sharpen it from the unboxing or is this all stock?

    • @HarveySpectre415
      @HarveySpectre415 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      The ones we've bought are all stupid sharp out of the box.

  • @randomescu
    @randomescu 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    For me no knife cant be called edc, only a multitool is a real edc. I know that edc does not mean multipurpose, but that is how i see this.

  • @Wiicubemaster
    @Wiicubemaster 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    I recently bought an opinel and the edge was full of chips and the belly to the tip was literally not ground at all, im pretty disappointed.

    • @gideonstactical
      @gideonstactical  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wiicubemaster That is strange, I am sorry to hear that. The High Carbon should be very easy to resharpen.

  • @Fedup858
    @Fedup858 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuffing stockers?? You bet! lol!!

  • @spiritoftungchung
    @spiritoftungchung 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just bought a No.10 in Hong Kong

  • @MegaBoilermaker
    @MegaBoilermaker 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Justto add weight to your argument re useful knives the Opinel is probably in the toolkit of every professional Fisherman and amateur angler in Northern Europe not to mention hunters and pest contollers.

  • @nofksgvn7846
    @nofksgvn7846 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Mission preparedness offers this knife with a d ring and a 1/2 inch ferro rod with d ring also you should check out the video i have both they are sweet.

  • @wavelength6322
    @wavelength6322 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    will it stay sharp pls respond

  • @forthegreaterboob178
    @forthegreaterboob178 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think Opinels actually have a true convex grind, not a FFG. But still a great review that I 100% agree with. Thanks again!

  • @TheVespap200e
    @TheVespap200e 9 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    There is a reason that this knife has been around since 1890 and sells 15 million of them a year. It ROCKS! I love mine! Other knife company's will come and go but the good old Optimal will still be around. This knife is the ultimate in the K.I.S.S. acronym. Oh and its cheap too.😀

  • @misteragb7558
    @misteragb7558 9 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Just as you said: ''folding mora'', exactly what I say all the time haha

    • @gideonstactical
      @gideonstactical  9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      MISTER AGB Sweet!

    • @rickeybullington68
      @rickeybullington68 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gideonstactical how do you like that knife .how much do they cost .were is the best place to but one at .great video and be safe .

  • @jeremiahshine
    @jeremiahshine 8 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Maybe one of the most tactical knives you've reviewed...in the true sense of the worf.

  • @teejaybc9513
    @teejaybc9513 9 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Man, I just love how you define "tactical", so true. I love my Opinel, I've had mine for a couple of years now. It's a great folder. Thanks for doing this awesome review

    • @gideonstactical
      @gideonstactical  9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +Teejay bc Glad that you enjoyed it!

  • @TheBladeluster
    @TheBladeluster 8 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I really wanted to hate this knife, but I couldn't do it...I Love it! Best food prep knife ever, takes a wicked edge, and so light. Definately one going into my Emergency Kit.

  • @sackett68
    @sackett68 9 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Opinels are great knives. I own several of them and they have never let me down. In fact I have a No6 in my pocket right now!

  • @ruizhernandeztrustfi
    @ruizhernandeztrustfi 9 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Tactic-cools guys looks so ridiculous. LOL! they make me laugh hard with all those stupid gizmos they carry.
    I like to keep my business simple so I never leave my home with my old but trusty opinel no.8 carbon steel, my humble bic lighter, CC size Fresnel lens and a mora knife.

    • @garethbaus5471
      @garethbaus5471 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I sometimes substitute a case stockman for my opinel and don't bother with the fresnel lenses, but lately I have been going with a simmilar system.

    • @noahhughes2501
      @noahhughes2501 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Virgin tacticools VS the chad WW1 kit camping

    • @kingstonlabelle4784
      @kingstonlabelle4784 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      do whatever the hell you want carry whatever the hell you want but don't start insulting the people who carry
      tac knifes

  • @TueriNatura
    @TueriNatura 9 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    It can't get any simpler than that. Love those opinels and they make great gifts for friends and family. The #8 is a perfect size to carry in my pocket.

    • @yoadrian3814
      @yoadrian3814 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes it can. Look up the svord peasant

  • @Vingtsept
    @Vingtsept 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Here, in Savoie, the Opinel is a real piece of history. A lot of people in here, hold this knife on them every day. We grow with our knife. Some people eat with the same Opinel since more than 20 years! (and they are grumpy if an other knife is given to them, ahah) They age very well, the old rusty Carbon blade become full of caractere with time!

  • @Rangersly
    @Rangersly 9 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Love the Opinel! It's a classic! Old school reliable, affordable quality pocket knife that retains it's edge really well. I've been carrying mine (no. 8 Inox) for more than 20 years. It's my backpack "food" knife for cutting apples, salami, bread on a day hike.

    • @gideonstactical
      @gideonstactical  9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      +Rangersly Sweet!

    • @rich1051414
      @rich1051414 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Rangersly Carbon steel, so it rusts up? For a blade like this, i could see its primary use being food preparation when camping out, but a carbon steel for that purpose is unattractive to me for obvious reasons. Just wondering if corrosion is an inevitability with the steel they use.

    • @Rangersly
      @Rangersly 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If it says "inox", it means it doesn't rust.
      I have no rust on my Opinel.

    • @luisraygoza1210
      @luisraygoza1210 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Rangersly The one in the video doesn't says "inox", it says "carbone", so it's carbon steel. However there are two kinds of opinels, carbon and inox

    • @Rangersly
      @Rangersly 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Luis Eduardo Moreno Raygoza Yes, I was talking about my own blade which says "inox" as I said in my original post.

  • @cocabandi
    @cocabandi 8 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Great review. You were so nicely able to explain why Opinel fans love and cherish this humble but elegant knife. My Opinel really does get more day-to-day use than any other in my small collection of more expensive knives. I've often wondered why, and you pretty much explained it it. Thank you.

  • @kev-lar723
    @kev-lar723 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I like inexpensive! Why should I pay 200 for a knife?

  • @mauricesmith4270
    @mauricesmith4270 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have several no. 8 opinel I've drilled my own lenard holes my first opinel is 45 years old stil using it I bought another one at Smokey mountain knife work's in tennessee. Payed 8:00 dollars for it no. 8 is the most versatile and best of the other model's carbon blades our always better more harder use they throw Better sparkes with a ferow rod

    • @zippolit4485
      @zippolit4485 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My no. 8 opinel carbone broke cuting cardboard boxes, I hope they back up there product with the lifetime warranty.

  • @FRAKKEFG
    @FRAKKEFG 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Nice review about a knife I use since my childhood (I am 48 now). Just one thing I would like to add: If you need to abuse the knife by hammering on the blade for cutting or splitting wood, don't forget to open the locking mechanism, otherwise you will widen that ring and your handle will splinter or break. If you use it right, it's a reliable knife

    • @gideonstactical
      @gideonstactical  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Frakke Flightgear Thanks for the heads up.

  • @michaelwatson7298
    @michaelwatson7298 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I have been carrying a opinel #10 carbon steal everyday on my belt for about 2 years now. All i can say is i love this knife. The Opinel and a Victorianox Swiss Army 7 in pocket is all i need to get through a day on the farm.

  • @JennFrank
    @JennFrank 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Yes, it's so beautiful and simple and charming. I love that midcentury locking mechanism, too. I really only know about chef's knifes, but you can feel how perfectly balanced the Opinel is in the hand. And I love its size despite being a featherweight.
    I've always been turned off by "tacticool," but I wanted a lightweight knife for the outdoors and chose a stainless Opinel as my very first pocket knife. I love it-now I want all the "peasant's knives"!

    • @brandenlikesbeer
      @brandenlikesbeer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I also find "tacticool" to be anything but cool...

  • @zenonbiesek3699
    @zenonbiesek3699 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Am I the only person to see an aggressively weird serration on the blade in the thumbnail photo before the penny drops?

    • @catey62
      @catey62 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Lol, yep it took a minute to realise it was the edge of the leaf...lol

  • @Janhartman74
    @Janhartman74 8 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This knife really does take you back in time a bit. I think that's why I love mine so much...

    • @gideonstactical
      @gideonstactical  8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Fun little blade.

    • @mikafoxx2717
      @mikafoxx2717 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The Higonokami andMora classic are also great vintage style knives that just work. Nothing over the top, just a knife that cuts things, as it should be.

  • @danofiremano
    @danofiremano 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    On the Opie www, they say Pablo Picasso carried an Opinel as well as many other famous people! My buddy has one and I like it, and since I gave him my Griptilian 551 for his Birthday, he's getting me the Walnut handled Carbon Steel No. 8 for mine!

  • @Edogawa1117
    @Edogawa1117 8 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Awesome review.
    Great to see the Opinel the credit it is due.
    Nowadays everything seems so overkill so it is great to see that a classic knife still has a place.

  • @greekveteran2715
    @greekveteran2715 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The blade is full convex with micro bevel.This is my favorite edc knife

  • @julienviapiana5664
    @julienviapiana5664 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This channel is freaking amazing! Pal, you're saving my quarentine!

  • @watermain48
    @watermain48 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The only thing you forgot to mention is the cool packaging with the "birth date" etc. I love this knife. Got one for my grand daughter who loves to whittle. Thanks for sharing your review.

  • @MrXLH2003
    @MrXLH2003 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Got one of these in the stainless version - just wish I could remember where I put it, it came with an Opinel leather belt pouch that is high quality so I filled that with a carbon version, it was sharp but the edge was a little rough I ran the flats over the fine stone then worked the edge with the Lansky at 17deg it is wow sharp now, the knife is so light I some times forget it's on my belt, great for food prep, light carving and general knife work, why pay $$$ for something half as good or pay big $$$ for something you are afraid to use or loose. Get yourself an Opinel you won't regret it.
    As far as the God Bless goes - He does .. go find Him for yourself you won't regret that either.

  • @ROE1300
    @ROE1300 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very good review. I agree with your conclusions and am glad you liked this knife.
    If you want a one blade (function) EDC knife this one is all you need. I carry very few items in my pants pockets, but for 60 years have carried a pocket knife in my right front pocket (no clip, no lanyard); I’ve never had trouble getting it out or losing it.
    I believe you use a knife for knife stuff, a hatchet/axe for hatchet/axe stuff, a machete for machete stuff, and a crow bar for crow bar stuff.
    I have seen videos were folks have successfully batoned this knife and opened it with one hand, I have not done either, but have never needed to. Frankly, I prefer a SAK Pioneer X for in town carry and an SAK Farmer for woods carry, but could get by with this Opinel. Of course, not even my Buck 110 or my original SOG Tomcat will replace a fixed blade knife so neither will my Opinel No. 8. 😀

  • @Rubicon23270
    @Rubicon23270 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just bought an 8. Your video convinced me to have one. Nice review sir.

  • @TheTuneAce
    @TheTuneAce 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love how customizable it is. Can paint, wood burn, or finish the handle how you want, drill lanyard holes, patina the carbon steel, shape the handle, etc.

  • @jeffholmes49
    @jeffholmes49 9 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    "Stuffing stockers" lol. Way to man up and own it. Good review. May have to pick one of these up soon.

    • @gideonstactical
      @gideonstactical  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jeff Holmes Haha, thanks!

    • @davidcarson7855
      @davidcarson7855 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I gave all 4 of my nephews Opinels

    • @garethbaus5471
      @garethbaus5471 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@davidcarson7855 you sound like a good uncle, I plan on doing the same as soon as I have some nibblings.

  • @theodorleberle
    @theodorleberle 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    For your interest: I recently bought an Opinel N°8 and the „slight drift in the blade“ is not existent in mine. This is my only experience though, because it is my first Opinel. Additionally I'm German and bought it here, but I don't think that the French send different qualities to Germany and the USA.

  • @CedricAda
    @CedricAda 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've beaten the hell out of ny opinel. Sure theres some blade play, but in terms of actually keeping the knife open, that ring lock is the strongest folding knife lock I've come across, including tri-ad!

  • @Baruch-Hashem
    @Baruch-Hashem 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The French make great cutting machines, the Opinel knife, fencing swords, and the guillotine.

  • @undermoonlightglow
    @undermoonlightglow 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I think I'll get one. Thank you.

  • @paulmitchell9349
    @paulmitchell9349 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Finally someone that knows tactical dosnt always means Rambo

  • @rolandrabier5984
    @rolandrabier5984 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    At my place, in France, you can get an Opinel n° 8 for less than 10 €. It is a fantastic knife to carve wood and slice fruit, vegetables and meat.

  • @michiwonderoutdoors2282
    @michiwonderoutdoors2282 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No longer $13, double it in 2023. Just purchased my first Opinel, a No. 8

  • @evankelly3834
    @evankelly3834 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's called a peasants knife bro.

  • @geoffreyboyling615
    @geoffreyboyling615 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One important thing about Opinels is that they're very sharp and fairly strong, but cheap
    This means that if you forget them and get 3 or 4 miles down a trail then realise that you've left them at a lunch break or in a cabin, it's no big deal to carry on walking and buy another one.
    Guess how I know that?

  • @boeriksson9116
    @boeriksson9116 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A perfect souvenir to take with you from France. Love them!

  • @TRwalks
    @TRwalks 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. I have the #8 gardening, and #10 slim myself. Couldn't agree whit you more. Sometimes, you don't kneed the newest steal, handle material or design. Sometimes, it's about the enjoyment of being taken back to a knife just being simply a knife.

  • @rickjenkins1238
    @rickjenkins1238 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Try the Maniago Old Bear. Similar style and price, but much prettier.

  • @ancientbuilds3764
    @ancientbuilds3764 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Because it's a proper functional knife. Unlike the junk nowadays.

  • @just-the-cook
    @just-the-cook 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just recently found your channel and am enjoying it. I had seen the Opinel for years and thought what a cheap looking knife. I would not even pick one up to look at it. About 15 years ago I discovered just how good they were. I have been using them since before the locking collars were added. They were dangerous, they would open in your pocket. Also if using in a wet environment the wood will swell and make opening difficult. If this happens hold by the collar and tap it on a hard surface and the blade will make an appearance. I have heard this is called the Opinel Knock, it works. A small flashlight belt holder will work as a sheath. Sorry to ramble on but it's the best camp food prep knife I've ever used.

  • @inthewoodswithbigfoot3941
    @inthewoodswithbigfoot3941 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have just recently purchased a No. 6 Opinel and It is a great little blade. My friend saw it and fell in love, so he will be ordering him a No. 8 and trading it to me for my No. 6. I most defiantly love this design and style. It is quite a cool vintage piece that I love to carry.

  • @tylernewcomb4509
    @tylernewcomb4509 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video. I really want to try this knife to convince my dad to get one, because I know he will love it. He uses a Swiss army knife now but he would love this for food prep and carving.

  • @marodriguezsr
    @marodriguezsr 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yea I love my Opinel No.8. It sharpens easy to a razor edge, nice lock mechanism & I love the sparks it throws off of my ferro rods. Thanks for all of your great videos.

  • @ajdexter4195
    @ajdexter4195 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's a kinfe, its sharper and metal
    Not much else to say really!

  • @cmrsvids
    @cmrsvids 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have several Opinels and love them all. I always keep a #6 carbone in my fire kit for a striker and backup blade. Some come rather stiff, and when exposed to moisture will swell enough to make them difficult to open. Here's a tip ... bake your Opinel in a low heat oven at 150 degrees for an hour or two. The wood will shrink, the knife will open like butter and the low heat will not affect the temper of the steel. Works every time. More difficult in the field, but certainly a solution once you return home.
    If you're really ambitious, you can remove the safety collar, drive out the pin, remove the blade, use a tiny file to remove some wood material and reassemble. This is a more permanent solution, but is a much greater effort. If you go this route, you'll find a number of TH-cam vids on how to disassemble an Opinel.
    Anyone who loves knives should own a few Opinels. You can't go wrong.

    • @shawnoconnors3645
      @shawnoconnors3645 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Man , for this problem, in France, we have a traditional and simpler solution: take it like when the blade is open it's gonna stab you , opening of the blade to the ground , and hit lightly but firmly the wood end of the handle against something hard , it will open a little , the you can open it with both hands ;) the show this technique on the opinel website if i remember well :D

    • @catey62
      @catey62 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I now have 3 Opinels. I bought the No8 garden knife in stainless steel, and loved it so much I bought a No 12 in carbon steel for using in my kitchen, followed by the standard No8 in carbon steel as well, which I keep in my work bag. brilliant little knives for the money, I'm definitely a convert! will probably by more over time now.

  • @thomasmaloney843
    @thomasmaloney843 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Opinels are tacticool. I have several and they are nice light weight pocket knives.

  • @bullseye11b
    @bullseye11b 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just got the Number 9 carbon. Putting a nice patina on it now.

  • @ezraorlofsky7809
    @ezraorlofsky7809 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i drilled a 4 mm hole in the handle, where the curved part of the blade leaves a corner to work with. strung through a leather string about 3 mm diameter. used the sheath that my ez-lap model M came in. very comfortable carry design. loop the leather string around wrist. so convenient.

  • @lebon2002be
    @lebon2002be 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, thanks for the review. I live in Belgium (not far from France), I just bnought an Opinel this weekend for 8 euros at Decathlon. I love this knife very much, very sharp (even a little dangerous for your fingers OMG)... Very traditional French knife for basic things like cutting salami, steak, apple, wood....) love love love it ! I went to Decatlhon and I bought another one for a friend of mine ! Now I'll try to order an Opinel case for it...
    Interesting, I have a Victorinox Swisschamp 1.6795. Excellent multifunction pocket knife but the I prefer the Opinel for everyday use.
    Cheers from Belgium.

  • @WildBillHabiki
    @WildBillHabiki 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    for the money (about $12 on Amazon) they can't be beat.

  • @jerrymorris1527
    @jerrymorris1527 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great review! Love that you will review stuff that is not main stream. Lots of stuff out there that deserves a review and for people to give it a try. Great you know everything does not have to be tactical, G10 super steel kydek. LOL