• For over 130 years Opinel has been crafting knives and tools in the heart of the French Alps. Much like Joseph Opinel did from his workshop in 1890, today we still manufacture Opinel products from our factory in Chambery, France
• The Jeanjean No.08 folding knife features a matte black PVD blade and Viroblo
• Benjamin Jeanjean is a French visual artist based in the Basque Country.
  "This illustration, such as the cosmos, organized and structured, is a symbolic exploration. In the center, an antique vase which could be seen as the receptacle of the universe. The solar face in the middle, ornamented with the Yin and the Yang, symbolises the universal balance. The phases of the moon, arranged in a circle, remind of the eternal cycle of time. The surrounding geometric designs, braided and intertwined, suggest the idea of a cosmic web where each element is linked to a broader all. This illustration plays on duality: from afar, it’s a classic etching evocating of the ancient times; from close, contemporary symbols arise, mixing tradition and modernity."
• Limited edition each numbered
• Blade Length: 3.28 inches
• Blade Metal: PVD blade and Viroblo
• Weight: 1.4 oz
• Made in France
• A card with the maker's story is included with purchase

Maker's Story
Opinel
Savoie, France
Founded in 1890
The Opinel No. 8 knife was invented by namesake Joseph Opinel at the age of 18. This first design was the foundation for the wide range of knives made today. The company continues to be run by the Opinel family, and the knives have won prestigious awards like the 1985 Victoria and Albert Museum for the best-designed items in the world alongside the Porsche 911 and the Rolex watch. The knives have been used by Pablo Picasso and famed chefs from around the World like Paul Bocuse. Each knife is made with sustainable materials and continue to be made in the French Alp town of Savoie.

Photos: Opinel | Text: Independent Goods