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Opinel
France
Joseph Opinel, a third-generation metalworker, designed his first pocket knife in 1890. Over 120 years later, its design is still considered one of the most important in history. In 1985, the Victoria and Albert Museum named the Opinel knife one of the 100 best designed objects in the world. Like a great family recipe, Opinel’s knives are the sort that get passed on and shared.
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Reviews for
Opinel Kitchen Knives (Set of 3)
Reviews for
Opinel Kitchen Knives (Set of 3)
All reviews come from Verified Purchases
Cannot Live Without
My old knives were decent but these make me feel like Ina. I love the rustic look of the wood handles. The slicing/cutting/chopping power is miraculous. I find my myself looking for more things to slice/cut/chop Big yes!
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