The Opinel No8 is the most versatile size in the ever growing line of Opinel folding knives. This knife is small enough to be used as a pocket knife and it's 3 1/4' blade prevent it to be considered a weapon in most states (check with your state). Double safety ring "VIROBLOC", created by Marcel Opinel in 1955, locks the blade either in open or closed position. Handle: Green Dyed Hormbeam Blade: 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel Size closed: 4.25" Blade: 3. 1/4" Weight: 1.6 oz France