Opinel NEO6 Opiflex Olive Wood 002504
Code: 172116Related products
Product detailed description
The most interesting technical innovation of the Opinel neo6 model is the patented OPIFLEX® system, which holds the blade in both the open and closed positions without using a classic mechanical lock. The specially designed mechanism creates resistance against spontaneous blade movement while maintaining simple and intuitive control. Unlike the traditional Virobloc system, it does not require rotating a locking ring. The blade thus remains stabilized in the desired position, but without being firmly locked. This solution will be especially appreciated by users who prefer a simple pocket knife for undemanding everyday cutting.
The blade with a rounded tip offers practical geometry for precise and smooth cuts. The thin profile of the edge facilitates slicing food, opening packaging, and other small tasks, while the simple geometry allows for easy re-sharpening. The rounded finish limits the risk of accidental stabbing and emphasizes the knife's civilian character. The construction thus prioritizes comfortable use over the robustness intended for demanding professional applications.
The handle made of genuine olive wood gives the knife a distinctive Mediterranean character, and thanks to the natural wood grain, every piece gains an original appearance. The olive wood stands out with a pronounced contrast of light and dark fibers, a fine structure, and a pleasant feel when holding it. The lacquered surface helps protect the wood from common moisture and dirt. The smooth lines of the handle flow naturally into the blade and support a comfortable grip during everyday use.
A practical detail remains the natural leather loop located at the end of the handle. It allows for easy hanging of the knife, pulling it out of a pocket, or attaching it to equipment. Opinel neo6 Olive Wood combines French knife-making tradition with a modern approach to safety and ease of use. Made in France, natural olive wood, and the non-traditional OPIFLEX® mechanism create an interesting alternative to classic Opinel folding knives, especially for enthusiasts of elegant EDC gear and high-quality pocket knives with wooden handles.
Blade length: 7 cm
Steel: stainless steel blade
Handle: olive wood
Lock: opiflex
Made in France
Additional parameters
| Category: | Classic folding knives |
|---|---|
| EAN: | 3123840025044 |
| Blade material: | stainless SANDVIK |
| Blade length: | 6 to 7 cm |
| Handle material: | wood |
Discussion
Be the first who will post an article to this item!
The first Opinel knife was made by Joseph Opinel in his father's workshop in the small village of Albiez-Le-Vieux near Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne in France. From 1896 onwards, with three employees, he produced around 60 pieces a day. By 1901, the original workshop was no longer sufficient, so Opinel built a new one, employing fifteen workers. Eight years later, Opinel registered a trademark with the company's logo: the hand with the crown (main couronnée), which has marked all knife blades ever since. The knives were first sold by travelling salesmen, and later Opinel itself began exporting its production to Belgium and Italy. In 1911, one of his knives won a gold medal at the International Exhibition in Turin.
In 1920, production expanded to a newly built factory in Cognin near Chambéry. By the beginning of the Second World War, the company had sold 20 million knives. The company is still owned today by the founder's family. There is also a museum (Le Musée de l'Opinel) in Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne. The company employs around 100 people at its plants in Cognin and Chambéry and produces between four and five million knives a year.
| Manufacturing company : | Opinel S.A. |
|---|