What does final sale mean for this knife?

Final sale items cannot be returned or exchanged. They have been inspected and work as intended, but may show minor cosmetic flaws. Packaging may be missing elements or show damage. The manufacturer's limited lifetime warranty still covers the knife itself.

What is PVD coating on the blade?

PVD stands for physical vapor deposition, a process that bonds a thin, hard layer to the steel. The matte black finish resists scratches, corrosion, and wear better than paint or plating, holding up through repeated use and exposure to moisture.

How does the Virobloc locking ring work?

The Virobloc is a rotating collar on the knife that slides over the blade pivot once the blade is open. It locks the blade in place, preventing it from closing on your hand during use. Rotate the collar back to fold the knife closed.

Can I choose which artist design I receive?

The knife is offered in three variants based on the artist: Rommy González, Perrine Honoré, or MioSHe. You select the design when ordering, and each version features different botanical illustrations on the handle.

What does the numbering on the blade indicate?

Each blade is stamped with an individual number that marks its position in the production run. With only 1,000 knives made per design for the U.S. market, the numbering confirms authenticity and limited availability.

Will the wood handle hold up to outdoor use?

Hornbeam is a dense hardwood known for durability and resistance to splitting. The handle will age and develop patina with use and exposure, but the wood remains structurally sound. Avoid prolonged soaking or extreme moisture to preserve the printed artwork.

Second Chance | Limited Edition Nature No.08 Folding Knife

Lifetime warranty

The 3-second version

Numbered blade from a 1,000-piece U.S. production run
Three artist-designed handles featuring botanical illustrations
Matte black PVD coating resists wear and corrosion
Final sale: no returns or exchanges
May have cosmetic imperfections or packaging damage
Limited to three design options

Why it's on GiftsFeed

Hand-Illustrated Folding Knife With Artist-Designed Hornbeam Handle

Most folding knives treat decoration as an afterthought—a stamped logo or generic engraving that adds nothing to the experience of carrying it. This collaboration brings working artists into the design, commissioning original illustrations that turn the handle into something you notice every time you reach for it. The numbered blade and hard cap on production mean it stays limited, not restocked seasonally until the novelty fades. Worth it for anyone who wants a tool that doubles as a collected object, not just another utility piece.

Good gift when

People who collect artist-edition tools and limited production runs
Anyone looking for a folding knife that sparks conversation
Outdoor enthusiasts who appreciate illustration and botanical art
Those who want a numbered collectible that remains fully functional

Skip it if Final sale with no returns, so cosmetic flaws and potentially damaged or missing packaging mean you cannot inspect before committing. If you need pristine condition or want the option to send it back, this is not the purchase.

Specs

Blade Finish: Matte black PVD coating
Handle Material: Hornbeam wood with artist illustration
Locking Mechanism: Virobloc locking ring
Production Limit: 1,000 numbered pieces per design for U.S. market
Artists: Rommy González, Perrine Honoré, MioSHe
Knife Model: No.08 folding knife
Condition: Final sale; may have minor cosmetic imperfections
Packaging: Custom gift box; may be missing or damaged
Country of Manufacture: France
Warranty: Limited lifetime

What's included

Folding knife with numbered blade
Custom designed gift box (may show damage or be incomplete)

If you're giving it

No sizing to guess

Includes custom gift box, though packaging may show damage or be incomplete due to final sale status.

The details

This compact folding knife pairs a steel blade with a hornbeam wood handle printed with original illustrations celebrating plants, fungi, and botanical forms. Each design comes from a different artist commissioned for a biannual limited edition, and every blade carries an individual number marking its place in a production run capped at one thousand pieces per design for the U.S. market.

The blade receives a matte black PVD coating—physical vapor deposition—that resists wear and corrosion. A Virobloc locking ring secures the blade once opened, preventing accidental closure during use. The knife folds flat when closed, fitting into a pocket or pack without bulk.

Three artistic styles define the collection. Rommy González, Perrine Honoré, and MioSHe each contributed a design rooted in natural subjects: edible and wild plants, aromatic herbs, mushrooms, or floral arrangements. The illustrations wrap the handle in saturated color and detail, turning a functional tool into a carried piece of visual work.

Hornbeam wood forms the handle. Dense and fine-grained, it holds up to frequent handling while showing off the printed artwork. The wood ages naturally over time, developing character without compromising structural integrity.

A custom gift box houses each knife. Final sale items carry cosmetic imperfections inspected before shipment, with full function guaranteed and the maker's limited lifetime warranty intact. Packaging may show damage or be missing elements. Made in France.

Opinel USA

Second Chance | Limited Edition Nature No.08 Folding Knife

Numbered limited edition run of three nature-themed designs, each with a matte black PVD blade and Virobloc locking ring

$42.50–$46.75$5015% offat opinel-usa.com

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The 3-second version

Numbered blade from a 1,000-piece U.S. production run
Three artist-designed handles featuring botanical illustrations
Matte black PVD coating resists wear and corrosion
Final sale: no returns or exchanges
May have cosmetic imperfections or packaging damage
Limited to three design options

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Questions

What does final sale mean for this knife?: Final sale items cannot be returned or exchanged. They have been inspected and work as intended, but may show minor cosmetic flaws. Packaging may be missing elements or show damage. The manufacturer's limited lifetime warranty still covers the knife itself.
What is PVD coating on the blade?: PVD stands for physical vapor deposition, a process that bonds a thin, hard layer to the steel. The matte black finish resists scratches, corrosion, and wear better than paint or plating, holding up through repeated use and exposure to moisture.
How does the Virobloc locking ring work?: The Virobloc is a rotating collar on the knife that slides over the blade pivot once the blade is open. It locks the blade in place, preventing it from closing on your hand during use. Rotate the collar back to fold the knife closed.
Can I choose which artist design I receive?: The knife is offered in three variants based on the artist: Rommy González, Perrine Honoré, or MioSHe. You select the design when ordering, and each version features different botanical illustrations on the handle.
What does the numbering on the blade indicate?: Each blade is stamped with an individual number that marks its position in the production run. With only 1,000 knives made per design for the U.S. market, the numbering confirms authenticity and limited availability.
Will the wood handle hold up to outdoor use?: Hornbeam is a dense hardwood known for durability and resistance to splitting. The handle will age and develop patina with use and exposure, but the wood remains structurally sound. Avoid prolonged soaking or extreme moisture to preserve the printed artwork.