I know there are some knife enthusiasts here. What do you think about
Opinel folding knives? I've just recently heard of them, and am
intrigued. Think I might order a couple off of eBay.

If I get one for DD to take to college with her for her dorm room,
should I get get her a high-carbon or "Inox"? (I'm getting a carbon
OP-8 for myself.) I assume she'll never sharpen it, and don't know
which will hold an edge longer.

Bob

On 2008-07-04, zxcvbob > wrote:
> I know there are some knife enthusiasts here. What do you think about
> Opinel folding knives? I've just recently heard of them, and am
> intrigued. Think I might order a couple off of eBay.

I've got one I've been carrying around in my book bag for years. They are
sturdy and do the job. I don't whittle or anything, just cut apples and
cheese and whatever food I need a paring knife for. Make sure you clean
thoroughly as they have a wood handle and carbon steel blade (tarnishes).
Great knife for the price.

nb

In article >,
zxcvbob > wrote:

> I know there are some knife enthusiasts here. What do you think about
> Opinel folding knives? I've just recently heard of them, and am
> intrigued. Think I might order a couple off of eBay.
>
> If I get one for DD to take to college with her for her dorm room,
> should I get get her a high-carbon or "Inox"? (I'm getting a carbon
> OP-8 for myself.) I assume she'll never sharpen it, and don't know
> which will hold an edge longer.
>
> Bob

Adequate cheap pocket knives. I have a ton scattered about. Nice in
fishing kit, camping equipment etc. Not a cooking knife really. if you
want a cheap cooking knife then I'd say get a Joyce Chen knife.