No.8 Carbon Steel
The classic French folding knife with an 8.5 cm carbon blade and beech handle; Virobloc ring lock added in the 1950s.
Estimate: Ricochet editorial estimate, Oct 2026. Editorial, informational, not an appraisal, offer or recorded sale.
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Specifications
| Category | Folding |
|---|---|
| Blade steel | XC90 carbon |
| Blade length | 3.35 in (85 mm) |
| Handle | Beechwood |
| Lock | Virobloc ring lock |
| Mechanism | Nail nick |
| Weight | 1.6 oz (45 g) |
| MSRP | $23 |
| Introduced | 1890 |
| Status | In production |
Specs compiled from public maker and retailer information. Variants and production runs differ. Sources: opinel-usa.com, knivesandtools.com.
Legality at a glance
No special flag. Blade-length and carry limits still vary by state and city.
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Price history
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Questions
How much is the Opinel No.8 Carbon Steel worth?
Our editorial secondary-market estimate for the Opinel No.8 Carbon Steel is $10 to $20 (Oct 2026), against an MSRP of $23. This is an informational estimate, not an appraisal or a recorded sale.
What is the MSRP of the Opinel No.8 Carbon Steel?
The list price is $23 based on maker and retailer information. Street prices and variants differ.
What steel is the Opinel No.8 Carbon Steel made of?
Opinel No.8 Carbon Steel uses XC90 carbon blade steel in a 3.35-inch blade.
Is the Opinel No.8 Carbon Steel discontinued?
No, Opinel No.8 Carbon Steel is listed as in production as of our last review (Oct 2026). Check the maker for current availability.
Can the Opinel No.8 Carbon Steel be shipped or carried everywhere in the US?
Ordinary knives are generally legal to buy and ship, but blade-length and carry rules vary by state and city. Check your state with our ship-check tool.