Made in the French Alps since 1890, Opinel knives are both sophisticated and thoroughly practical. Their sharp, thin blades are great for everyday tasks like cutting an apple or opening a box. The patented Virobloc safety ring can lock your blade in place while open (for stability and safe cutting) or while closed (so it doesn’t open accidentally.)

Note the “INOX” marking on the blade; that’s short for inoxydable, which means ‘stainless’ in French. This knife ismade from Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel an extremely high-quality Swedish alloy of steel, chrome, and no less than 0.40% carbon content for sharpness. It resists corrosion and stays sharp for a long time, so it’s a great choice for everyday use.

Like all classic Opinel knives, this one folds neatly into its hardwood handle. Most Opinel models are made with beech, but this premium version is made with gorgeous, deeply grained olive wood. The colors of the handles vary from pale blonde to burnt-butter brown each one is unique because they are made from a natural material.

No. 06 size: 2.87″ blade, 6.5″ overall length, 1.2 oz weight. Made in France.