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The N°08 Limited Edition Black Palm Tree is a unique knife with its anthracite finish and wood from Guyana.
Made in France, it combines a stainless steel blade with a black palm wood handle. The black palm tree, or patawa, is a black wood with light streaks. A striking addition to any collection, this knife captures the essence of craftsmanship and creativity.
Whether for collectors or as a gift, this limited-edition knife embodies the elegance and utility of Opinel's design legacy.
Specifications
- Blade Material: Stainless steel.
- Handle: Black Palm Wood (Patawa).
- Blade Length: 8.5 cm.
- Made In: France.
ABOUT OPINEL:
Victor-Amédée Opinel who was a peddler, learnt how to forge nails during his travels. He set up his first blacksmith workshop in Gevoudaz, a hamlet part of Albiez-le-Vieux, near Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne. His son Daniel later worked alongside his father and grew to became a renowned “edgetool maker”(maker of sharp tools) among farmers who came from afar to buy his billhooks or sickles...
Fast forward to the new millenium and the Opinel pocket knife is recognised as one of the 999 most successful designs of all times by a jury of international designers in the beautiful three-volume set of the "Phaidon Design Classics"
Opinel: a design icon
The Opinel is a popular object used on a daily basis. Its aesthetics and functionality have convinced several generations of users. Unchanged for over a century, its design is one of the most successful of all times. For this reason, Opinel is recognised by the “Victoria and Albert Museum” as being among the 100 best designs. This list includes the Porsche 911 and the Rolex watch.
