Aug 4, 2013 · Been getting the itch to modify some knives lately, I will blame it on Glenn Badd and seeing his work. The Opinel seems to be the simplest (and inexpensive) design to start out …

Jun 30, 2017 · For awhile, an opinel no.9 was my desk knife for cutting wax, opening packages etc, and I remember making minor changes to the handle to make it more comfortable. I cut …

Jul 7, 2016 · I love the look of the opinel handles that are rounded off. This morning I went searching around for some instruction on doing some basic Opinel mods like that, and I ended …

Dec 1, 2010 · Well, you guys got to me again. After reading this thread, I got out a spare Opinel #7 and did a few mods. I made it a sheep's foot blade and cut down the handle, along with …

Jul 7, 2016 · Here is my first folder. I have 2 Opinel paring knives destined to be small edc fixed blades. This is the Opinel #8 Carbone and was awesome right out of the box. For being such a …

May 18, 2014 · I do these mods with limited tools. I use a bandsaw, a bench sander, drill, dovetail saw and sandpaper. I also use a few clamps and gorilla glue. The first thing is to disassemble …

Nov 24, 1999 · Opinel USA, on their FAQ page, describes the finish on their Carbone model's beechwood as 'stained varnish'. So, shopping for options there might lead to something most …

Apr 7, 2006 · great opinel mods yall! thanks for sharing . D. davek14. Joined May 30, 2009 Messages 2,414. Jul 13, 2016 #35

Dec 19, 2005 · Hello Opinel modders. After reading all pages of this thread I decided to buy my first Opinel N0.10. And here is my humble attempt at modding. I first changed the handle …

Jun 23, 2007 · The only things that are needed in an Opinel mod is to sand down the point of the handle on the side opposite the blade (since it is uncomfortable on your palm) and to add an …