I restore an old French #opinel pocket knife n° 7 from @OPINELOFFICIAL. I got it for free from nice french lady.
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Yes I have memory of buying my first Opinel. My wife and I were on vacation in a small port city on the Olympia Peninsula here in Washington called Port Townsend. I can never pass up an outdoor store without going in. In the case was a banana shaped knife like nothing I had ever seen before. It was an old style Opinel #9. The price was only $10 back then. I was hooked when I carved a butter knife that night at camp. It came razor sharp. Thanks for asking for a memory. I hadn’t thought about it for ages. I still have it today. 🎸🔪
The humble little knife now has a new lease on life. Well done!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I appreciate your encouragement. Out of curiosity, do you have any favorite uses for knives or any special ones in your collection?
Hello I’m french and i think that opinel knifes are the best. I prefer the number 8. This knife is cheap (10€) and you can sharp it as a razor. Thank you for your awesome restoration
Les Coursolle sont pas mal non plus ! Je restaure un vieux Pradel, mais je ne sais si ça se fabrique encore!
I have several Opinel knives and the No7 is my preferred size for general use. It's a classic design that has stood the test of time. And your free knife with your skills means that it will last even longer. Thank you for the video.
Thank you kindly for your thoughtful comment! It warms my heart to hear that you appreciate the timeless design of the No.7 Opinel knife. I'm thrilled to contribute to its longevity with the skills shared in the video. Do you have any favorite use or specific occasion where your No.7 truly shines? I'd love to hear more about your experiences!
Wow. An old one without safety locking. Thank you for today's breakfast entertainment.
Thank you for your lighthearted comment! I'm glad you found some entertainment in it. 😊 Out of curiosity, do you have any favorite breakfast recipes or traditions?
@@FFD_Restorations Birchermüsli (if I don't forget to prepare it the evening before)
Good video! A very nice restoration! It is good to see you bring that vintage piece back to life...just because something is or someone is old doesn't mean they are useless! Love your old school workshop! Subbed! 😊
The hand and foot control tools are amazing, love seeing them being used, my late grandfather has a wood drill, that was hand powered, always amazed me watching him use it,
I've had opinels for over 40yrs,a great knife with wicked blade
This video made my heart happy. You gave this lovely tool a new and useful life. Thank you so much for sharing!
awesome restoration and sheath
Another fabulous video. I have a soft spot for Opinel knives. I have several. My favorite is a # 8 with an olive wood handle. Thanks 🎸🔪
Thank you kindly for your comment! It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the video. Opinel knives are indeed a classic choice, and the #8 with an olive wood handle sounds like a fantastic piece. I appreciate you sharing your preference. Do you have any specific uses or memories with your Opinel knives that stand out?
Finally a restoration channel that has respect for the old age apf the objects and tries to show it instead of just making everything look super shiny and new again
I love Opinel ....best folding knife iv ever carried...no8 is my preferred. Great to see an old one back to use!
Thank you kindly for your Opinel enthusiasm! The No. 8 is indeed a classic choice. I appreciate your taste in folding knives. Do you have any favorite memories or adventures with your Opinel that stand out?
Bon boulot ! 🇫🇷
My late father in law was a house painter and hung wallpaper as well. I have scissors like that that belonged to him. I always assumed they are for wallpaper.
Thank you kindly for sharing that! That has a lot of sense 👍
maravilhoso!! Desde a percepção feliz e correta da dama que lhe presenteou com o Opinel até o seu ato de cavalheirismo, ao homenageá-la com essa restauração e o belo estojo! Um vídeo perfeito!
great video
My neighbor for 30 years before he passed a year ago gave me his old german folder made by Tina. Probably a 100 plus year old knife and it’s still solid as its very used.
Looks great!
Beautiful knife
Belle restauration 😊
Bravissimo.
beautiful result!
Thank you kindly! Your compliment just made my day brighter! Cheers!
That's a nice story. Some things r truly priceless.
Thank you kindly! I'm glad you enjoyed the story 😃👍
Excelente trabajo felicitaciones.
¡Muchas gracias por tus edificantes palabras! Tu aliento significa mucho. Por cierto, ¿te has topado últimamente con algún proyecto o logro interesante que te haya hecho sonreír?
Nicely brought back to use. I like the sheath as well.
Thank you kindly for noticing! Awesome!
UK would love this 🔪
Great job, buddy! This Opinel is probably about 60 years old, since it does not have a viroblock (and on the blade of the knife you can see a mark corresponding to that time). I have an Opinel of about the same age (and with the same mark on the blade) only I have an Opinel No. 9. My Opinel has its own story, its owner is an elderly Italian. He gave this knife to my friend, and he in turn gave it to me . Just like you, I cleaned and sharpened it and still use this knife. Thanks for the video and your work!
Great job it looks really lovely and gorgeous and great video thanks for sharing with us. 👍
Thank you so much for your kind words! I appreciate your thoughtful comment. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Is there any other content you'd like to see in the future? Thanks again! 👍
thinking that this opinel was made before 1955, the conditions how it was, how you "rescued" it bring it to its beauty is amazing! great job!
Thank you kindly for your thoughtful words! I appreciate your recognition of the history behind this Opinel knife. It's truly a labor of love to restore and bring out its original beauty. Your interest in the craftsmanship is heartening 😀👍
@@FFD_Restorations you're very welcome! I do wish to do the same myself but.. I have no skills,having troubles already to fix an opinel handle that I modified ahaha.. maybe one day! For now, I enjoy very much what you do! Very talented!
Nice!
Bravo, très belle restauration.
Merci gentiment pour vos mots d'encouragement! J'apprécie vos commentaires positifs.
I have 5 Opinel different sizes. I love Opinel
excellent work as usual, rescued a much abused and forgotten knife and turned it into what it was before and made a really useful every day carry knife, a peasant knife back to how it should be and being used as intended is really cool, and a very tidy repair on the wood of the handle, and the French lady would be very happy to see what you have done with the old knife
Thank you kindly for your encouraging words my friend! I'm truly grateful for your appreciation and I'm delighted to have been able to revive the forgotten knife and give it a new purpose. It's always rewarding to see a tool restored to its intended use. Thank you for saying that 🤝
@@FFD_Restorations I love seeing the progress you have made and how your skills and tools have developed over the years, you have gone from an enthusiastic beginner to a very accomplished restorer, should be very proud of yourself, and I have thoroughly enjoyed watching your progress
Best knife restoration...Very inspiring and creative...Excellent .Greetings from a traditional Indonesian gold prospector 🇮🇩🔪🗡️
Thank you kindly for your heartwarming words! Your greetings from the traditional Indonesian gold prospecting world bring an extra sparkle to the day. 🌟
Parabéns meu amigo excelente trabalho de restauração esse canivete é muito lindo um abraço.
Obrigado gentilmente por suas palavras calorosas! Estou muito feliz que você tenha apreciado o trabalho de restauração da faca. Enviando um abraço virtual de volta para você 🤗
That was beautiful! And I liked the sheath too. I think the lady will be pleased❤️🤗🐝
Thank you kindly for your sweet words ma'am! I'm delighted you enjoyed the sheath as well. Your positivity is contagious! 😊 By the way, any favorite color or style you personally lean towards? Always curious to hear others' tastes!
I like leather work of all kinds. I’ve done quite a bit of it over the years. I’m part Native American, so my favorite style of knife sheath would be Native American Woodlands style. They are usually fringed and sometimes beaded or quilled, and the knife slides almost completely inside the sheath, with only a small part of the pommel exposed. This is so it is not likely to be lost while hunting.🤗🐝❤️
Nice knife, great video! You did that French lady proud.
Thank you kindly for the compliment! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the video. I appreciate you say that!
Beautiful restoration, looks really good.
Thank you kindly! I appreciate your kind words. It was a labor of love 😃
I kind of like the contrast that little piece of wood you put in the handle made, to me it made it even a more unique knife, I think that lady would be very proud of the knife. Also like the knife sheath, thanks for the video, appreciated and enjoyed it.
Thank you kindly for your thoughtful comment sir! I'm delighted to hear you enjoyed the video and appreciated the little touch with the piece of wood in the handle. Out of curiosity, do you have a favorite type of knife or a unique customization you've come across that stands out to you?
I come for the enjoyment. I stay for the history lesson. Thanks.
Thank you for your kind words! I'm delighted to hear that you're enjoying the content and finding value in the historical aspects. Your feedback is truly appreciated.
@@FFD_Restorations I believe I speak for many of your viewers, we're ready for an extensive tour of your shop. I constantly find myself distracted from your restoration by looking at your other tools and things in the background.
❤ very nice video ❤
I'm a big fan of opinels. I carry one around with me all the time, in the car, at the office and so on. I've bought several at garage sales. You can easily find them for 2 euros or less each. Very nice restoration work. When I get the courage, I might restore one or two... To carry it without losing it, the end was pierced to put a string around the neck.
Thank you kindly for your appreciation! It's always great to meet a fellow Opinel enthusiast. Restoring them can be a fun project when you're ready to take the plunge. I'm curious, do you have a favorite Opinel model or a particular garage sale find that stands out among the rest?
Muy bueno,me gustó mucho
¡Muchas gracias! Me alegro que hayas disfrutado. Tus comentarios positivos significan mucho para mí. ¿Hay algo específico que te haya llamado la atención o alguna sugerencia para mejorar? ¡Aprecio tu aporte!
Dear friend thank you for sharing this beautiful work with us. Nothing is better then having an evening coffee while watching an oldschool work. I really like the Opinel brand and this one will stay for many years and will work for you ✌🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Can’t wait for your next work ! Stay safe 🥃 ( co-worker cats say hello to you too )
Thank you so much for your kind words my friend! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the work, and I completely agree - there's something special. I appreciate your support for the Opinel brand choice, and I'm hopeful this piece will be well used. Your anticipation for my next project warms my heart! I'll do my best to keep the creative momentum going. 🎨 Sending you a virtual toast 🥃 for your well-wishes, and please give my regards to the co-worker cats! 🐾 Looking forward to staying in touch and sharing more creative moments with you! Thank you, you too my friend 🤝
I have 2 opinals, one I bought over 40 years ago in France and one I was gifted from the place they are made. Both have locking blades with the twist mechanism
A great restoration! I like the sheath you made, too!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the restoration and the sheath. Your appreciation means a lot 😃👍
Good morning sir ❤ ☕
Прекрасное видео! Отличная работа мастера!!!👍👍👍
Сердечное спасибо за ваши щедрые слова! Я ценю вашу поддержку. Рад слышать, что вам понравилось видео 😊
@@FFD_Restorations ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Beautiful knife and great restoration! I love knives too!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the knife restoration. Knives are fascinating, aren't they? Do you have a favorite type or style of knife that you particularly appreciate?
@@FFD_Restorations Thank you Boris! I have a lot of modern fixed blade and especially folding knives but vintage Sheffield made knives have become my favourites lately.:) Sheepfoot blade is my favourite type of blade. 👍😊 Thank you for the great videos! I love your workshop!
Ah se me olvidaba...BUEN TRABAJO CON LA NAVAJA👍
😀👍
Very nice restoration. The old knife looks beautiful.
Thank you kindly for your compliment! I'm thrilled you liked the restoration. Any favorite antique pieces you have that hold a special place in your heart?
I lost my father almost a year ago and i inherited his tools. Most of them were passed down to him from my great grandfather making me the fourth generation to own them. They all hold a special place in my heart. I've restored a lot of them but i have a lot more to go. These are the tools my father taught me to use when I was a kid in the 70s so they all hold a lot of sentimental value to me but my favorite has to be a colonial (1590-1700) era 5th foot Bladesmith hornless anvil that has been in my family since it was new and all the men in my dads side of the family have used it. I can only imagine the stories it could tell after being on this earth for around 400 years. I am truly honored to have it to pass down to the next generation.
fantastic sheath friend, I have made 2 for my opies but I like yours more! Opinel is my preferred steak knife, eat out like a gentleman!
Nice sweater
My son has several of those knives, some have ferrels that can lock blade open or shut. He likes that they can be sharpened quickly. He’s an avid adventure camper and uses them for all kinds of uses👍
Thank you kindly for sharing that! It's great to hear that your son enjoys using those knives for his adventures. Locking mechanism ¨viroblock¨ was introduced in 1955. Opinel makes great knives and it is no wonder why your son enjoys the Opinel brand.
👍 Another excellent restoration. I really like Opinel knives.
Thank you kindly for your encouraging words! Opinel knives do have a timeless charm, don't they? Out of curiosity, do you have a favorite model or series among the Opinel collection?
@@FFD_Restorations My Opinel preferences are pretty mundane. I prefer carbon steel blades in size Nos. 8 & 9 - their most popular sizes. Years ago I was able to purchase one in each size that had been modified by replacing the wood handles with stag. I also own a No. 8 that was manufactured by Opinel with different types of wool laminated together to form the handle, I plan on replacing the stainless blade on that knife with a carbon blade. I also like their No. 12 folding saw. Which models do you like best?
good job!
Thank you kindly for your encouraging words! I appreciate your support!
Хорошая работа,душевное отношение к старине -похвально😊
Спасибо, любезно! Ощутить очарование прошлого - это радость. 😊 Какая любимая эпоха или исторический период захватывает ваше воображение?
Время бежит,все что было с нами,на протяжении жизни захватывает.Иначе скучно!
Hi!! Nice restoration, really clean. My Hobbie is also restoring old rusty staff... I finished my first Opinel (6) two weeks ago.
That's a beautiful thing you just did there. Saved that knife from oblivion.
Thank you kindly for your kind words! I'm glad you appreciate it 😀👍
Rusty wood without any deformation. What can be more realistic!
Opinel's just get better with age and use, that was brilliant 🎉 got me thinking about whether I should clean mine up or leave it with life marks.😊
Thank you! Opinel's do have a way of gaining character over time, don't they? 😊 What's your take on maintaining the pristine look versus embracing the well-earned life marks on your knives?
I bought one of those knives about 30 years ago to use as a letter opener. It was so sharp it scared me to open it. I put in a drawer and left it there for about 20 years. When I pulled it while packing to move, it was still scary sharp.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the knife! It's impressive steel and the Opinel factory makes really sharp knives that stay that way for a long time. Out of curiosity, what Opinel size do you have?
@@FFD_Restorations It’s a No. 8, one where the ferrel turns to lock the blade open.
Very nice job on the knife and a beautiful workshop👍🏻❤️🔥✨🔨
Thank you kindly for your kind words! I appreciate your positive feedback. I'm glad you liked the knife and the workshop setup. Is there a specific aspect of the process or design that caught your interest? 🔪🛠️
Зелёная патина на деревянной рукоятке - как правдоподобно)))
Great job ! bon travail ;)
Thank you so much for your kind words! I really appreciate your encouragement. Merci beaucoup 🤗
Now you have the nicest opinel in the world.
i always put belt clips on mine.
Very interesting video. Subscribed 😊
Que bueno
Спасибо за субтитры! Отличная работа, 5+
Благодарим Вас за положительный отзыв о субтитрах! Я очень рад слышать, что вы нашли их полезными. Если вам понравилось что-то конкретное или у вас есть предложения по улучшению, я буду рад услышать ваши мысли. Очень признателен!
Отличное видео !!! Я сам люблю старые ножи и судовольствием смотрю ваши видеоролики много полезного и интересного ,даже сделал себе нож для работы с кожей такой же как тот что появляется в конце видео Кстати не плохая идея рассказывать откуда старые вещи пявляются в вашей мастерской
Спасибо большое Андрей! Я очень рад слышать, что вам понравилось видео! Всегда здорово общаться с другими энтузиастами. Я ценю ваше предложение поделиться происхождением старых предметов в моей мастерской. Хотелось бы знать, есть ли какой-то конкретный фрагмент, который вас интересует, или есть ли у вас другие идеи для будущих видео!
I think is folded but perfect for scout kids
Now all opinel got that safety ring, it's very specific from that brand (copyright i think) it's funny to see that they not always get it :) nice job, from France !
Thank you kindly for noticing the unique safety ring on the Opinel! It does add a special touch, doesn't it? 😄 Your observation skills are on point! It was patented and introduced in 1955. If you see a knife without a safety ring it means it is produced before 1955. By the way, have you come across any other interesting knife features that caught your eye recently? Always curious to hear from fellow enthusiasts! Cheers from Norway
@@FFD_Restorations On that picture at 0:17 did the last knife on the right got something like a bee on it ? I'm not a specialist at all but the knife on that picture looks like Opinel knife, and the last one... could be similar too an other french brand of knife named Laguiole, and bee is the logo of that brand (but there is no copyright on that name or on that logo, so there is a lot of "Laguiole" made in China ;)). If someday you're go again in France, i suggest you to visit "Thiers" it's the city of knife maker ;)
372.72 DKK no wonder the old lady was happy to see you!
Nicely restored and great job with the leather sheath in a short time. I have never before seen an Opinel without the collar lock, any idea when Opinel introduced that in their design?
I’ve used coffee to darken wood slightly to match new patches to older and more worn wood.
Thank you for sharing that interesting technique! I appreciate the creative approach to matching wood tones. I will keep that in mind for the next time!
I love your belt grinder ! 😂
Thank you kindly! My belt grinder and I make quite the dynamic duo. 😄 By the way, have you tried any unique tools or gadgets lately that brought unexpected joy to your day?
Молодец!
Сердечное спасибо за ободряющие слова! Я ценю вашу поддержку.
The Opinel is the most popular pocket knife in France. Every drafted soldier or boy scout once owned one. The carbon steel blade is very good.
According to me it is forbidden to carry a locking knife in France.
Thank you kindly for sharing that interesting tidbit about the Opinel! I appreciate the insight. By the way, what is your favorite Opinel model?
👍👌👏 Very well done again and as always (video and work). But Sir, please nevertheless kindly allow me to tell you, that plastic end caps on the special vice is definitely a no go in your fantastic, period correct workshop! 😁 ;-) Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards luck and health in particular.
Thank you kindly for your encouraging words and suggestion.
Dear @@FFD_Restorations You're welcome, it's my pleasure. Thanks for replying and especially for giving a heart to my comment. I totally appreciate both very much. Wait a minute! I didn't get a heart. So it seems that my comment wasn't worth one, sigh.
Супер👍👍👍 🤝
Спасибо за ваш комментарий!
We need more ♥️ please 👍
Thank you kindly for your comment! Your support means a lot 😀 I appreciate the encouragement. By the way, do you have any favorite topics or themes you'd like to see more of? I'm always open to suggestions!
¿Este tipo de navaja no tiene resorte?
¡Gracias por su pregunta! Agradezco tu curiosidad. Este cuchillo en particular no tiene mecanismo de resorte.
Where can I get a treadwheel powered grinder? I live almost entirely off grid and it would truly change my life.
I don't really know how old this exact knife is but opined didnt have locks until 1955 hope it helps godbless
Thank you so much for sharing that information! That is correct! I appreciate your knowledge on the topic. It's fascinating to learn about the history of knives and their features. Do you have any other interesting tidbits about vintage tools or maybe a favorite piece from your collection?
I'm afraid that I have a dingy old camp knife. I can't complain, it gets the job done. It's no doubt factory made, unlike the knives you restore.
Thank you for sharing! Camp knives, even the dingy ones, have a way of earning a special place in our hearts, don't they? Your trusty tool sounds like it has quite a story 😍
Nice work. I notice that there was no locking ring on this knife, maybe because it as so old?
Thank you for your kind words! I appreciate your keen observation. You're correct, the absence of a locking ring on the knife is sign of its age. It's fascinating how designs and features evolve over time. Do you have any favorite vintage tools or knives?
I have a lot of restored vintage tools in my workshop, too many to have a favorite. The Opinel No.7 is one of my favorite knives, I will have to look for one that needs restoration. Thanks.
The way to open an opinel is to tap the bottom on the table so the blade lift up
Thank you so much for sharing that tip on opening an Opinel! I appreciate your guidance. I'll definitely give it a try. By the way, do you have any other favorite techniques or recommendations for using Opinel knives? I'm always eager to learn more about such tools.
Can we have an exception to the usual "do not harass this creator" exhortation?
What do you usually do with your knives? Sell them?
Thank you for your comment! I appreciate your curiosity. I actually don't sell my knives; I mainly use them for cooking and other household tasks.
Were you able to show the woman that gave you the knife the finished product? She would be so pleased.
Unfortunately not. I'm not sure when I'm gonna visit France next time.
I have several such knives. In work, they are not significantly worse than Swiss Army knives. Even the Chinese copy of the Swiss Army Knife is better than Opinel.
Salam dari indonesia
Halo yang disana! Salam Indonesia! 🌏 Terima kasih telah menghubungi kami. Saya menghargai sapaan hangat dari belahan dunia Anda.
Барахолки🤤
Спасибо большое за восторг от блошиного рынка! Ваш энтузиазм заразителен! 😄 Есть ли любимые находки или скрытые сокровища, с которыми вы недавно столкнулись?
@@FFD_Restorations в основном ищу старые складные ножи,так же предметы старины,которые понравятся
This one must be quite old since it doesn’t have the locking ring and the branding is different
I think it’s missing a ring of security to keep the blade opening
Thank you for sharing your observations! I appreciate your attention to detail. The Opinel introduced safety rings in 1955. That means that this knife is at least 70 years old! And they produced knives from 1800!
@@FFD_Restorations thanks to share your know
And the viroblock?
Thank you for sharing your observations! I appreciate your attention to detail. The Opinel introduced safety rings in 1955. That means that this knife is at least 70 years old! And they produced knives from 1800!