Opinel Trekking Series No. 8 Folding Pocket Knife – the iconic French everyday carry folder with a stainless steel blade, beech wood handle, Virobloc safety ring, and included leather carry strap – is ready for picnics, campsite cheese and charcuterie, whittling, and workday lunches. Best for hikers, campers, and EDC fans who want a design icon at a bargain price. Current price: $10.50 – 50% off the $21.00 compare-at price. Buy online and apply coupon BENCH10 for an extra 10% off.
How Do You Carry an Opinel Trekking Knife?
The included leather strap lets you lash the closed knife to a belt loop, pack strap, or key ring – the traditional French carry method. The closed Virobloc lock keeps the blade secured for pocket or strapped carry. Slide it into a jacket pocket for picnics or keep one in the desk drawer for lunches.
Specifications
- Model: No. 8 Trekking (international bestseller)
- Blade: stainless steel, corrosion resistant, easy to clean with warm water and dish soap
- Lock: Virobloc safety ring – locks blade open and closed (invented by Marcel Opinel, 1955)
- Handle: varnished beech wood
- Includes: leather carry strap
- Origin: Made in France, designed to last a lifetime
Materials and Durability
Stainless steelwork and woodwork built to be handed down generations. The stainless blade resists corrosion and wipes clean with a sponge – ideal for food tasks outdoors.
Use Cases
- Cutting cheese, charcuterie, and apples at picnics
- Whittling sticks for campfire s'mores
- Trail lunches and camp kitchen prep
- Everyday carry and light utility tasks
Trekking vs. Slim Series
The No. 8 Trekking's stiffer blade handles camp tasks the Slim Series' flexible blade can't. For fish filleting choose the Slim No. 15; for all-around carry, the No. 8 is the classic.
Price and Deal Value
Half price at $10.50 – save $10.50 versus the $21.00 compare-at. Coupon BENCH10 takes another 10% off, and two knives cross the $45.00 free-shipping line. One of the cheapest genuine French-made locking folders online.
