An artistic Opinel from the stars
The Opinel Cosmos limited edition n°08 knife is a veritable work of pocket art. With its handle illustrated by Dalkhafine, a French artist with a dreamlike style, it takes your imagination on a journey between constellations and symbolism. This exclusive edition, limited to 8,200 pieces, celebrates the meeting of two worlds: that of the Celestial Siren and the Terrestrial Tiger. It represents the poetic fusion of animal strength and cosmic energy, all encapsulated in a pocket knife of rare elegance.
A high-performance blade for everyday use
This n°08 Dalkhafine folding knife isn't just about style. It's also designed for everyday use:
- 8.5cm blade in wear- and corrosion-resistant martensitic stainless steel
- 55-57 HRC
hardness
- : a good balance between sharpness, durability and ease of maintenance
- Nail Nick opening: discreet and easy
- Patented Virobloc® safety system, to lock the blade in the open or closed position
This Opinel is as beautiful as it is effective, and it's not afraid to make itself useful!
A handle with a design that tells a story
The handle of the Opinel Cosmos knife is made from PEFC-certified hornbeam wood, sourced from French forests in the Jura and Vercors regions. It is :
- Easy to color thanks to its light hue and white grain
- Decorated with an exclusive screen-printed visual, signed by artist Dalkhafine
- Protected by a colorless varnish, which reinforces its durability
- Numbered on the blade, proof of its authenticity
This colorful creation is the work ofmulti-disciplinary artist Dalkahafine, a French artist who distinguishes herself through her work in illustration, silkscreen and motion design, among others.
The illustration on the knife evokes the unlikely meeting of two forces: the mystical wisdom of the Siren and the instinctive power of the Tiger. The result is an imaginary constellation imbued with emotion.
An elegant knife right down to the case
This limited-edition Opinel Cosmos knife comes in a superb hard case, echoing the motifs on the handle. The box is ideal as a gift or as a collector's item. A postcard illustrated by the artist is included, to prolong the graphic experience.
Every detail has been carefully considered, from the packaging to the finish, to make this an object as precious as it is symbolic.
Caring for my Opinel
To keep your Opinel as shiny as the first day:
- Clean the blade by hand in lukewarm water, without soaking the handle
- Dry immediately after use
- Avoid prolonged exposure to humidity
Tradition and creativity by Opinel
Founded in 1890, Opinel is one of the leading names in French folding knives. It combines craftsmanship, quality materials and bold artistic touches, and succeeds in surprising without betraying its roots. With this Cosmos edition, it proves that a knife can be much more than a tool: it can be an open door to the imaginary.
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