{"title":"Cutlery Products","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"ballistol-6-oz-aerosol-120069","title":"Ballistol 6 oz. Aerosol (120069)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want Ballistol and want only one size\/type, this is it. Ballistol 6 oz. Aerosol is not as cost-effective as the Ballistol 16 oz. Can, but it is more convenient to use for some people who prefer sprays and there is no separate dispenser required as with the 16 oz. Can. Also, the Ballistol Aerosol is more suited for range bags and field tool kits because it is self-contained and will not leak during transport. Ballistol Aerosol is standard Ballistol that has been diluted with a solvent carrier that evaporates away after spraying. Ballistol Aerosol will emulsify with water just like standard Ballistol. Non-CFC propellant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you believe in Ballistol and use it for all of your firearms maintenance needs because there is nothing better, take a look at equally superb Obenauf's Leather Care Products for all of your leather care needs. There are many parallels between Ballistol and Obenauf's, and usually the lover of one will love the other.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBallistol Part Number -  120069\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Product Code -  760858120069\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42061765083178,"sku":"120069","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/ballistol005013_cdacbfbd-2400-4e1c-a673-cf95c67827eb.jpg?v=1726094998"},{"product_id":"edge-pro-apex-4-knife-sharpening-system-epack","title":"Edge Pro Apex 4 Knife Sharpening System (EPACK)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Edge Pro Apex 4 Knife Sharpening System gives your cutlery a precision edge that cannot be achieved using other sharpening methods. Edge Pro edges are razor-sharp, even, exact and free of burrs, consistently, quickly, and easily every time. The Edge Pro's patented knife guide system does not clamp the blade like inferior sharpening systems, so the Edge Pro will easily sharpen any blade length or blade shape at precisely the same angle every time. Bevel angles are adjustable from a steep 35° to a razor-thin 10°. The effort required to resharpen an Edge Pro'd knife is considerably less than with any other sharpening system, and the amount of material removed to achieve a razor-sharp edge is dramatically reduced compared to conventional sharpening systems. The Edge Pro's water stones free you from messy oil stones, and no heat is generated during sharpening so your thin knife blade will not lose its factory temper. The Edge Pro Apex 4 Knife Sharpening System includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApex Model Edge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater Bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e120-Grit Coarse Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e220-Grit Medium-Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e400-Grit Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e600-Grit Extra Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1000-Grit Ultra Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2000-Grit Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3000-Grit Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolish Tape Blanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8\" Travel Ceramic Sharpening Hone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstructional DVD \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack cordura carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufactured from the highest quality materials in Hood River, Oregon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you just learning to use the Edge Pro or if you have arthritic hands, Edge Pro has available the Edge Pro Apex Retractable Magnet, which fits under the Apex's blade table and effectively magnetizes it to hold knife blades stationary during sharpening. The Retractable Magnet can also be an aid when sharpening swords or very long knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Edge Pro Apex attaches to a flat, smooth surface with two suction cups. If your counter or work area will not support adhesion of suction cups, or if you want to sharpen your knives in the garage and there is no suitable surface there, look at the Edge Pro Apex Bench Mount, which will permit you to use your Apex on nearly any flat surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you sharpen a lot of small blades in the 2\" to 3\" range, you might want to fit the Edge Pro Small Knife Attachment, which is 2\" wide and effectively shrinks the Edge Pro's platform down to the size of these small blades and makes sharpening them easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you sharpen a lot of EDC-sized blades in the 3\" to 5\" range and many of them have irregular shapes with thumb holes, look at the Edge Pro Apex Slide Guide. The Slide Guide holds EDC blades at two points rather than one, so the knives do not want to tilt or teeter during sharpening. When combined with the Edge Pro Apex Retractable Magnet, the Slide Guide and Retractable Magnet hold EDC folders so securely that they can be held with a single fingertip during sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso available is the Edge Pro Apex Scissor Chisel Attachment for sharpening scissors, hair-styling shears, planes, pruners, chisels, and gouges. If you love the razor-sharp cutting ability of your Edge Pro'd knives, you will want the same feel on your scissors and other tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep all of your cutlery nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably. There is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Sharpenign System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Part Number -  EPACK\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Product Code -  00632963314834\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42063560278058,"sku":"EPACK","price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/apex1.jpg?v=1726184185"},{"product_id":"edge-pro-120-grit-coarse-water-stone-ws120","title":"Edge Pro 120-Grit Coarse Water Stone (WS120)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Edge Pro 120-Grit Coarse Water Stone is made of silicon carbide and is most useful for removing large amounts of metal quickly. This coarse stone is generally used only to straighten an abused, chipped, or otherwise damaged blade, or to change the factory bevel angle on a good blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Water Stones are available in the following grits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e120-Grit Coarse Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e220-Grit Medium-Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e400-Grit Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e600-Grit Extra Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1000-Grit Ultra Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Part Number -  WS120\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42063572303914,"sku":"WS120","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/s-l1600_13.jpg?v=1726185455"},{"product_id":"edge-pro-220-grit-medium-fine-water-stone-ws220","title":"Edge Pro 220-Grit Medium-Fine Water Stone (WS220)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Edge Pro 220-Grit Medium-Fine Water Stone is made of aluminum oxide and cuts a uniform bevel while removing medium amounts of metal quickly from your blades. Many users start with the 220 stone when resharpening their previously Edge Pro'd knives if the edges are free of chips or other damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Water Stones are available in the following grits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e120-Grit Coarse Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e220-Grit Medium-Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e400-Grit Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e600-Grit Extra Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1000-Grit Ultra Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Part Number -  WS220\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42063582068778,"sku":"WS220","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/s-l1600_14.jpg?v=1726185772"},{"product_id":"edge-pro-400-grit-fine-water-stone-ws400","title":"Edge Pro 400-Grit Fine Water Stone (WS400)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Edge Pro 400-Grit Fine Water Stone is made of aluminum oxide and is the next step after the 220-Grit Fine Stone. It achieves a fine edge on your blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Water Stones are available in the following grits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e120-Grit Coarse Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e220-Grit Medium-Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e400-Grit Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e600-Grit Extra Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1000-Grit Ultra Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-6f c2-w c2-x c2-6g c2-z c2-6h c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products?olsPage=products%2Fedge-pro-120-grit-coarse-water-stone-c120\" rel=\"\"\u003e\u003cu class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6b c2-15 c2-12 c2-6c c2-6f\"\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eEdge Pro Part Number -  WS400\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42063583838250,"sku":"WS400","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/s-l1600_15.jpg?v=1726185971"},{"product_id":"edge-pro-600-grit-extra-fine-water-stone-ws600","title":"Edge Pro 600-Grit Extra Fine Water Stone (WS600)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Edge Pro 600-Grit Extra Fine Water Stone is made of aluminum oxide and is the next step after the 400-Grit Fine Stone. It achieves an extra-fine edge on your blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Part Number -  WS600\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Water Stones are available in the following grits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e120-Grit Coarse Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e220-Grit Medium-Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e400-Grit Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e600-Grit Extra Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1000-Grit Ultra Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Part Number -  WS600\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42063587213354,"sku":"WS600","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/s-l1600_16.jpg?v=1726186260"},{"product_id":"edge-pro-1000-grit-ultra-fine-water-stone-ws1000","title":"Edge Pro 1000-Grit Ultra Fine Water Stone (WS1000)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Edge Pro 1000-Grit Ultra Fine Water Stone is made of aluminum oxide and is the next step after the 600-Grit Extra Fine Stone. It achieves an ultra-fine edge on your blades. The 1000-Grit Stone, even if not followed by the Edge Pro Polish Tapes or Polish Stones, produces a much sharper and finer edge than what you find on all or nearly all factory knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Water Stones are available in the following grits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e120-Grit Coarse Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e220-Grit Medium-Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e400-Grit Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e600-Grit Extra Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1000-Grit Ultra Fine Water Stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Part Number -  WS1000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42063589081130,"sku":"WS1000","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/1000-sharpening-stone.jpg?v=1726186556"},{"product_id":"edge-pro-2000-grit-polish-tapes-pt2000","title":"Edge Pro 2000-Grit Polish Tapes (PT2000)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Polish Tapes create a mirror-like finish on the sharpened portions of your blades. Polish tapes can be used approximately five times before they require replacement. The Edge Pro 2000-Grit Polish Tapes come in a pack of 15 polish tapes. This tape is the same as a 20,000-grit Japanese water stone or 9 micron. These polish tapes have their own adhesive backing, but require a Polish Tape Blank for use on your Edge Pro Knife Sharpener.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Polish Tapes are available in the following grits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Pro 2000-Grit Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Pro 3000-Grit Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Pro 6000-Grit Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Edge Pro Polish Tapes work just fine. But for years, Edge Pro searched for a polish \u003cem class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6b c2-15 c2-12 c2-6c c2-6d\"\u003estone\u003c\/em\u003e that would:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ematch the mirror finish left on blades by the Edge Pro Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elast nearly forever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enot get shaved accidentally by a burr on the edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebe easier to use than the Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro's research resulted in the Diamond Matrix stones, which mimic the dimensions and action of the water stones. To use, simply follow the 1000-Grit Ultra Fine Water Stone with the 1700-Grit Diamond Matrix Stone and then follow up with the 4000-Grit Diamond Matrix Stone. You will have that perfectly razor-sharp and mirror-like finish on your edges and no more having to deal with Polish Tapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Part Number -  PT2000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42067392495658,"sku":"PT2000","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/acc_polish-tapes_2000_lg.jpg?v=1726260283"},{"product_id":"edge-pro-3000-grit-polish-tapes-pt3000","title":"Edge Pro 3000-Grit Polish Tapes (PT3000)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-6g c2-w c2-x c2-6h c2-z c2-6i c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products?olsPage=t%2Fedge-pro-sharpening-systems\" rel=\"\"\u003e\u003cu class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6c c2-15 c2-12 c2-6d c2-6g\"\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEdge Pro Polish Tapes create a mirror-like finish on the sharpened portions of your blades. Polish tapes can be used approximately five times before they require replacement. The Edge Pro 3000-Grit Polish Tapes come in a pack of 15 polish tapes. This tape is the same as a 25,000-grit Japanese water stone or 3 micron. These polish tapes have their own adhesive backing, but require a Polish Tape Blank for use on your Edge Pro Knife Sharpener.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Polish Tapes are available in the following grits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Pro 2000-Grit Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Pro 3000-Grit Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Pro 6000-Grit Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Edge Pro Polish Tapes work just fine. But for years, Edge Pro searched for a polish \u003cem class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6b c2-15 c2-12 c2-6c c2-6d\"\u003estone\u003c\/em\u003e that would:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ematch the mirror finish left on blades by the Edge Pro Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elast nearly forever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enot get shaved accidentally by a burr on the edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebe easier to use than the Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro's research resulted in the Diamond Matrix stones, which mimic the dimensions and action of the water stones. To use, simply follow the 1000-Grit Ultra Fine Water Stone with the 1700-Grit Diamond Matrix Stone and then follow up with the 4000-Grit Diamond Matrix Stone. You will have that perfectly razor-sharp and mirror-like finish on your edges and no more having to deal with Polish Tapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Part Number -  PT3000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42067403964458,"sku":"PT3000","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/acc_polish-tapes_3000_lg.jpg?v=1726260414"},{"product_id":"edge-pro-6000-grit-polish-tapes-pt6000","title":"Edge Pro 6000-Grit Polish Tapes (PT6000)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-6g c2-w c2-x c2-6h c2-z c2-6i c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products?olsPage=t%2Fedge-pro-sharpening-systems\" rel=\"\"\u003e\u003cu class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6c c2-15 c2-12 c2-6d c2-6g\"\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eEdge Pro Polish Tapes create a mirror-like finish on the sharpened portions of your blades. Polish tapes can be used approximately five times before they require replacement. The Edge Pro 6000-Grit Polish Tapes come in a pack of 15 polish tapes. This tape is the same as a 20,000-grit Japanese water stone or 9 micron. This tape is the finest polish tape that Edge Pro offers and will achieve mirror-like qualities on your blades. These polish tapes have their own adhesive backing, but require a Polish Tape Blank for use on your Edge Pro Knife Sharpener.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge Pro Polish Tapes are available in the following grits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Pro 2000-Grit Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Pro 3000-Grit Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdge Pro 6000-Grit Polish Tapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Edge Pro Polish Tapes work just fine. 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data-offset-key=\"3vka9-0-0\" data-editor=\"blufj\" data-block=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"3vka9-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"3vka9-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eThe Snow Peak \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"3vka9-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eTitanium Spork is an ultra-lightweight hybrid tool that can be used as a spoon or fork, and the curved edge can also be used to cut softer items.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"dde7t-0-0\" data-editor=\"blufj\" data-block=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"dde7t-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"dde7t-0-0\"\u003e\u003cbr data-text=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"2g19p-0-0\" data-editor=\"blufj\" data-block=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"2g19p-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"2g19p-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eThe Titanium Spork is like the Snow Peak Titanium Foon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"2g19p-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003e, but the Titanium Spork's design is biased toward the spoon end of the spectrum with larger bowl and smaller tines. The Titanium Foon is biased toward the fork end of the spectrum with longer tines and smaller bowl. The Titanium Spork works better with soups and stews while the Titanium Foon works better with things like meats, vegetables, and noodles. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"4m0mq-0-0\" data-editor=\"blufj\" data-block=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"4m0mq-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"4m0mq-0-0\"\u003e\u003cbr data-text=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"1vpog-0-0\" data-editor=\"blufj\" data-block=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"1vpog-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"1vpog-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eThe Titanium Spork represents a double weight reduction, as titanium is substantially lighter than stainless steel, and one need carry only one utensil rather than two or three. More important than weight is titanium's suitability for utensil construction. Titanium has no metallic smell or taste (unlike aluminum or stainless steel), will not corrode or stain when left wet or exposed to acidic foods (unlike aluminum and stainless steel), and is very strong and will not melt (unlike plastic). Titanium is also easily serviced in the field, as a simple rinse with water and a wipe-down with a cloth are all that is necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"drsdc-0-0\" data-editor=\"blufj\" data-block=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"drsdc-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"drsdc-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"6md6s-0-0\" data-editor=\"blufj\" data-block=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"6md6s-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"6md6s-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eThe Titanium Spork is 6.5\" long. If you want a longer spork for eating out of MRE or Mountain House bags, look at the 8\" long Snow Peak Long Titanium Spork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"6md6s-2-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"dcold-0-0\" data-editor=\"blufj\" data-block=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"dcold-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"dcold-0-0\"\u003e\u003cbr data-text=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"8jpfd-0-0\" data-editor=\"blufj\" data-block=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"8jpfd-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"8jpfd-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eThe Titanium Spork is a lifetime-use product that helps to eliminate the waste of disposable cutlery. These products from the French, Swedish, Japanese, and Swiss perspectives seek to achieve the same end:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"8jpfd-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"8jpfd-0-0\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Picnic+ Cutlery Insert Set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Picnic+ Cutlery Complete Set with No.08 Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePRIMUS Campfire Chopsticks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnow Peak Long Titanium Spork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnow Peak Titanium Chopsticks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnow Peak Titanium Foon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnow Peak Titanium Spork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnow Peak Wabuki Carry-on Chopsticks L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSnow Peak Wapper Buki Titanium Fork \u0026amp; Spoon Set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwiss Advance Travel Cutlery Fork Hippus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwiss Advvance Travel Cutlery Knife Hippus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"3l8j0-0-0\" data-editor=\"blufj\" data-block=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"3l8j0-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"3l8j0-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eSnow Peak Part Number - SCT-004\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"960lr-0-0\" data-editor=\"blufj\" data-block=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-offset-key=\"960lr-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-offset-key=\"960lr-0-0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-text=\"true\"\u003eUniversal Product Code - 4960589115877\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42073980502058,"sku":"SCT-004","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_600_h_600_f3234373-241a-4b8a-a7a9-cad19d7ec777.webp?v=1748993411"},{"product_id":"snow-peak-cutting-board-set-l-cs-208","title":"Snow Peak Cutting Board Set L (CS-208)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eSnow Peak\u003c\/span\u003e Cutting Board Set L provides a convenient cutting board for your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eIron Grill Table (IGT)\u003c\/span\u003e system, as well as a safe and convenient way to transport the included Santoku kitchen knife. When open, the raw wood cutting board drops into the Iron Grill Table frame and takes up one IGT unit. When closed, the wood acts as a case for the knife. The Santoku is held magnetically to the wood so that the knife will not accidentally drop out if the wood is opened at an awkward angle. The Santoku blade is stainless steel and 6.5\" long, which is more than large enough for the vast majority of field cooking tasks. The wood also features four feet that enable the cutting board to be used as a standard cutting board on any tabletop or other flat surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cutting Board Set L comes unfinished in plain wood. You can continue to use it in its unfinished state or oil it with a food-safe oil like Opinel Maintenance Oil to protect the wood against water, warpage, and food stains. Opinel Maintenance Oill also protect the steel hinge and knife against corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7g c2-w c2-x c2-7h c2-z c2-7i c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" rel=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSnow Peak Part Number -  CS-208\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUniversal Product Code -  4960589182091\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42074318045226,"sku":"CS-208","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/Snow_Peak_Cutting_Board_Set_L_CS-208_02.webp?v=1779304484"},{"product_id":"edge-pro-apex-scissor-chisel-attachment-asca","title":"Edge Pro Apex Scissor Chisel Attachment (ASCA)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you use the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7a c2-k c2-1u c2-7b c2-7e\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e on your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7a c2-k c2-1u c2-7b c2-7e\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e, then you know just how razor-sharp your knives are when you Edge Pro them. You even chuckle a little inside when people tell you how sharp \u003cem class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7a c2-k c2-1u c2-7b c2-7c\"\u003etheir\u003c\/em\u003e knives are because they have no idea what sharp is. Edge Pro'd knives are so sharp that even brand-new factory knives feel ridiculously dull in comparison. Edge Pro'd knives also have mirror-polished edges that look surreal to those accustomed to ground edges, and glide right through whatever you are cutting as if lubricated. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you remember how stunned you were the first time you cut something with an Edge Pro'd knife? Now bring that same kind of sharpness to your scissors, hair-styling shears, planes, pruners, chisels, and gouges with the Edge Pro Apex Scissor Chisel Attachment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Apex Scissor Chisel Attachment bolts to the Edge Pro Apex. Two stop bars and the central clamp bar hold stationary the particular blade you want to sharpen, and the entire assembly will angle to whatever angle you desire. Many Edge Pro users duplicate the factory bevel angles on their knives by marking them with a Sharpie and very delicately running a fine stone or polish tape across the bevel to duplicate the factory angle. This procedure is very easy to accomplish with the Scissor Chisel Attachment. Or, you can change the factory bevel if you desire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstructions are included. If you know how to use the Edge Pro on knives, you will probably have no problem at all using the Edge Pro on scissors and other blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdge Pro Part Number -  ASCA\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  00793842230574\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42076187197482,"sku":"ASCA","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_600_h_600_1910e85e-111c-4f4a-80ac-cbadbc64b7ec.webp?v=1726685467"},{"product_id":"edge-pro-small-knife-attachment-ska","title":"Edge Pro Small Knife Attachment (SKA)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-75 c2-15 c2-12 c2-76 c2-79\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e works with almost any blade length or shape. However, blades 2\" to 3\" long can sometimes pose difficulties because they are shorter than the Edge Pro's platform is wide. If these short blades are fitted with thumb studs, then the problem is exacerbated further. Blades like these can still be sharpened on the Edge Pro by a skilled user who rotates the blade about the corner of the guide plate, but unskilled users who want to hold the blade stationary will tend to grind the platform as they try to sharpen their short blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdge Pro has solved the short-blade dilemma with the Small Knife Attachment, which is only 2\" wide and raises the small blade off the Edge Pro's platform. The Small Knife Attachment replaces the Edge Pro's guide plate and has its own miniature guide plate. Think of the Small Knife Attachment as a miniature Edge Pro platform because that is basically what it is. Set the guide plate's depth so that the blade's edge barely hangs off the edge of the platform and sharpen as you normally would on the Edge Pro. Just remember that the Small Knife Attachment is 1\/4\" tall, so compensate for that the added height when setting your bevel angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Small Knife Attachment will work on both the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-75 c2-15 c2-12 c2-76 c2-79\"\u003eEdge Pro Apex\u003c\/span\u003e and Edge Pro Professional platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstructions included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdge Pro Part Number -  SKA\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42076199878698,"sku":"SKA","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_600_h_600_a1ad2ffd-3b2c-4d94-a6a1-aa8b92dea2cb.webp?v=1726685539"},{"product_id":"edge-pro-apex-bench-mount-abm","title":"Edge Pro Apex Bench Mount (ABM)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-75 c2-k c2-1u c2-76 c2-79\"\u003eEdge Pro\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-75 c2-k c2-1u c2-76 c2-79\"\u003eApex Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e has two suction cups that stick onto a smooth surface such as glass or a countertop. This system works just fine for most people, but some people want to sharpen on their butcher-block workbenches. Others have workbenches that aren't smooth on top or aren't compatible with suction cups. Still others want their Edge Pro Apex to be portable so that they can sharpen the knives of friends and family who may not have a smooth surface. Still others want to sharpen in the garage (because sharpening knives is dirty) and there's no smooth surface there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Apex Bench Mount allows the Edge Pro Apex to be mounted to almost any flat surface. The Apex Bench Mount attaches to the platform of the Edge Pro Apex and provides a clamping surface for your favorite C-clamp, screw clamp, or speed clamp. The result is even more stable than when the Apex is suction-cupped to immovable glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse your imagination and many different mounting ideas will occur to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdge Pro Part Number -  ABM\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42076211347498,"sku":"ABM","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_600_h_600_1c4eb6f7-5b86-4071-8d22-878a48490d9a.webp?v=1726685693"},{"product_id":"primus-campfire-chopsticks-p-740970","title":"PRIMUS Campfire Chopsticks (P-740970)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome foods (like noodles) are just easier to \u003cem class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-6v c2-k c2-1u c2-6w c2-6x\"\u003eeat\u003c\/em\u003e with chopsticks. Other foods (like bacon) are easier to \u003cem class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-6v c2-k c2-1u c2-6w c2-6x\"\u003ecook\u003c\/em\u003e with chopsticks. Chopsticks are also very small and light, so there is really no reason not to have a set in your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-6v c2-k c2-1u c2-6w c2-6z\"\u003efield kitchen\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-6v c2-k c2-1u c2-6w c2-6z\"\u003ePRIMUS\u003c\/span\u003e Campfire Chopsticks are constructed of bulletwood and solid brass. Each of the two chopsticks unthreads and takes down into two parts like a miniature pool cue, and the four halves store and transport in the provided cloth carry bag. The Campfire Chopsticks are 9.8\" long x 0.3\" wide when assembled, and 5.3\" long when disassembled. The chopsticks weigh only 0.8 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn alternative to the Campfire Chopsticks is the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-6v c2-k c2-1u c2-6w c2-6z\"\u003eSnow Peak Wabuki Carry-on Chopsticks L\u003c\/span\u003e, which are very similar in concept except that the wooden tips nest inside the stainless handles for very smaller storage and transport size. The PRIMUS chopsticks are probably for people who prefer the all-wood look and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother chopstick alternative from Snow Peak are the excellent Snow Peak Titanium Chopsticks, which are made from solid titanium and do not break down. Like Korean-style steel chopsticks, the tips of the Titanium Chopsticks are thin and round while the rear parts that contact the hand are ovalized. The oval sections are very alluring to the hand and provide good control and easy grip. If you know how to use chopsticks, you could disintegrate a block of sushi rice one grain at a time with the Titanium Chopsticks and never get hand fatigue or hot spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The PRIMUS Campfire Chopsticks represent the Swedish perspective on how to eliminate the waste of disposable cutlery. These products from the French, Japanese, and Swiss perspectives seek to achieve the same end:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/opinel-picnic-cutlery-insert-set-002501\" class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-1q c2-1r c2-6z c2-b c2-c c2-70 c2-e c2-71 c2-3 c2-1t c2-1u c2-1v c2-1w\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eOpinel Picnic+ Cutlery Insert Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpinel Picnic+ Cutlery Complete Set with No.08 Folding Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePRIMUS Campfire Chopsticks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow Peak Long Titanium Spork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow Peak Titanium Foon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow Peak Titanium Spork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow Peak Wapper Buki Titanium Fork \u0026amp; Spoon Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow Peak Wabuki Carry-on Chopsticks L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwiss Advance Travel Cutlery Fork Hippus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwiss Advvance Travel Cutlery Knife Hippus\u003ca rel=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/opinel-picnic-cutlery-insert-set-002501\" class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-1q c2-1r c2-6z c2-b c2-c c2-70 c2-e c2-71 c2-3 c2-1t c2-1u c2-1v c2-1w\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePRIMUS Part Number -  P-740970\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  7330033907872\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42076749168682,"sku":"P-740970","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/P740970_chopsticks_lisa-lowenborg_2018-2-lifestyleImages_4b60f8b1-72f3-4d74-bce4-7565afdea70b.webp?v=1726701989"},{"product_id":"edge-pro-apex-retractable-magnet-arm","title":"Edge Pro Apex Retractable Magnet (ARM)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-77 c2-15 c2-12 c2-78 c2-7b\"\u003eEdge Pro\u003c\/span\u003e Apex Retractable Magnet fits under the blade table of the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-77 c2-15 c2-12 c2-78 c2-7b\"\u003eEdge Pro Apex Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e and lets the user effectively magnetize it to hold a knife blade stationary and stabilize it during sharpening. This is especially helpful:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eto beginners who are still learning how to use the Edge Pro Apex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eto users with weak or arthritic hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhen sharpening swords or very large knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhen sharpening large quantities of knives in long sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may find knife shapes or sizes where the magnetism will be a hindrance rather than an aid. Or, you may want to eliminate the magnetism when cleaning the blade table of steel grounds after sharpening. If so, simply pull down on the knob to retract the magnet downward and away from the blade table and eliminate any magnetism. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhenever you want magnetism again, simply press up on the knob and push the magnet back to the blade table to magnetize it. There are no tools required. Simply use the magnet when it's helpful and lower the magnet when it's not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstalling the Edge Pro Apex table magnet accessory on new machines is very simple. The housing press fits (tightly) under the Apex's blade table. For older models, you may have to replace the leg screws (included) to make room for the magnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis magnet fits only the Edge Pro Apex and does not fit the Edge Pro Professional Model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdge Pro Part Number -  ARM\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080909230122,"sku":"ARM","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_600_h_600_21fb015d-6a4a-464b-a09f-f8bc325e165e.webp?v=1726870569"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-12-folding-saw-knife-165126","title":"Opinel No.12 Folding Saw Knife (165126)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/collections\/opinel\" title=\"Opinel Products at Expedition Exchange\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7d c2-k c2-1u c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e No.12 Folding Saw Knife is a handy folding saw designed for gardeners and campers who rarely ever cut anything larger than 3\" in diameter (and a 3\" limb is huge in real life).  At only 102g in weight and 17cm folded length, the No.12 Folding Saw Knife can almost fit in your pocket yet it can still cut trees and branches up to 8cm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sawtooth blade is 12cm long and cuts on the pull stroke to minimize the risk of breaking the thin blade during use.  The blade material is carbon steel with an anti-corrosion coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe engineering of this saw is similar to that of the other Opinel folders and thus the blade can be locked in both the open and closed positions by turning the famous Virobloc.  When the blade is closed, the No.12 Folding Saw Knife looks nearly identical to most Opinel No.12 folders such as the Opinel No.12 Carbon Steel Folding Knife and has the same beautiful, rustic charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wood handle is varnished beechwood and features a hole near the pommel for a lanyard if you want one. If you like colors, t\u003cspan\u003ehis same saw with a beechwood handle with an \u003cstrong\u003eapple-green stain\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis available as part of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-stainless-carbon-steel-garden-knife-trio-3-colors-001617\" title=\"Opinel Stainless \u0026amp; Carbon Steel Garden Knife Trio, 3 Colors (001617)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Stainless \u0026amp; Carbon Steel Garden Knife Trio, 3 Colors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 17cm folded and 29cm deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe No.12 Folding Saw Knife is part of Opinel's beautiful \"Garden\" line of \u003ca title=\"Cutlery Products at EE\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/collections\/cutlery\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/a\u003e that includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel Green Hand Pruner (001628)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-green-hand-pruner-001628\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Green Hand Pruner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-08-garden-folding-knife-133080\" title=\"Opinel No.08 Garden Folding Knife (133080)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.08 Garden Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-08-pruning-folding-knife-113140\" title=\"Opinel No.08 Pruning Folding Knife (113140)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.08 Pruning Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-10-billhook-pruning-folding-knife-113110\" title=\"Opinel No.10 Billhook Pruning Folding Knife (113110)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.10 Billhoork Pruning Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.12 Folding Saw Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel No.18 Folding Saw (001198)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-18-folding-saw-001198\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.18 Folding Saw\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel Stainless \u0026amp; Carbon Steel Garden Knife Trio, 3 Colors (001617)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-stainless-carbon-steel-garden-knife-trio-3-colors-001617\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Stainless \u0026amp; Carbon Steel Garden Knife Trio, 3 Colors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep your folding saw and all of your Opinel gardening tools in top working condition with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel Maintenance Oil (002505)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-maintenance-oil-002505\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.  Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly.  Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the beechwood handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet.  If you are sawing a particularly tough branch, you can even lubricate the saw's blade with Maintenance Oil to prevent it from clogging or binding in the wood. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  165126\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  3123841651266\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080911654954,"sku":"165126","price":43.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/Opinel_No.12_Folding_Saw_Knife_165126.webp?v=1780524766"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-18-folding-saw-001198","title":"Opinel No.18 Folding Saw (001198)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/collections\/opinel\" title=\"Opinel Products at Expedition Exchange\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7d c2-k c2-1u c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e No.18 Folding Saw is France's version of the Silky Gomboy 210 and Bahco Laplander saws that are so popular with gardeners and survivalists.  All three saws are equivalent in quality and cutting performance, but of course only the Opinel has the classic, French-Rustic looks and charm that make it a delight to behold and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sawtooth blade is 19cm long and cuts on the pull stroke to minimize the risk of breaking the thin blade during use.  The blade material is carbon steel with an anti-corrosion coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe No.18 Folding Saw departs from the traditional Opinel design and Virobloc mechanism that locks the blade in both open and closed positions.  The blade on the No.18 will lock only in the open position.  In the closed position, the No18's blade is held only by friction.  There is a very good reason Opinel departed from its icon Virobloc on this saw: the blade is replaceable by the user whenever it dulls or breaks.  Opinel makes available \u003ca title=\"Opinel No.18 Folding Saw Spare Blade (980184)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-18-folding-saw-spare-blade-980184\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003ereplacement blades for the No.18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wood handle is varnished beechwood and features a hole near the pommel for a lanyard if you want one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 23cm folded and 41cm deployed. Weight is 182g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you do not require this much cutting potential and want something smaller and handier, look at the \u003ca title=\"Opinel No.12 Folding Saw Knife (165126)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-12-folding-saw-knife-165126\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel No.12 Folding Saw Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.  Unlike the larger No.18, the smaller No.12 has the iconic Opinel Virobloc locking system that can lock the sawtooth blade in both the open and closed positions.  The No.12's blade is not replaceable and is intended for lighter-duty use than the No.18.  If you intended to use your saw a lot, get the No.18.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your saw in top working condition with \u003ca title=\"Opinel Maintenance Oil (002505)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-maintenance-oil-002505\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e  Maintenance Oil will protect the sawtooth blade against corrosion and keep the lock mechanism turning smoothly.  Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the beechwood handle and prevent it from cracking when dry and rotting when wet.  If you are sawing a particularly tough branch, you can even lubricate the saw's blade with Maintenance Oil to prevent it from clogging or binding in the wood. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  001198\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  312840011986\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080913883178,"sku":"001198","price":67.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/Opinel_No.18_Folding_Saw_001198_01.webp?v=1780525636"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-09-oyster-shellfish-folding-knife-001616","title":"Opinel No.09 Oyster \u0026 Shellfish Folding Knife (001616)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you want to be shuckin' and jivin' in the French-Rustic manner, the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e No.09 Oyster \u0026amp; Shellfish Folding Knife enables easy opening of oysters and shellfish while also folding to be more compact and safer to carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is made of 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel and is 65mm long. The blade is not sharpened to cut, but the grind tapers toward the point to let the blade slip between shells. The grind is an almost imperceptibly convex grind to maximize the blade's resistance against twisting and also to reflect light in a very beautiful way. The engineering of this knife is similar to that of the other Opinel folders and thus the blade can be locked in both the open and closed positions by turning the iconic Virobloc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wood handle is varnished Padouk. Also known as \"New Guinea Rosewood\", Padouk has a rich red color and is often used to make musical instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 12cm folded and 18cm deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe No.09 Oyster \u0026amp; Shellfish Folding Knife is part of Opinel's \"Gourmet\" line of food-oriented specialty folders that includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel No.06 Folding Peeler\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel No.07 Chestnut \u0026amp; Garlic Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpinel No.08 Mushroom Folding Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpinel No.09 Oyster \u0026amp; Shellfish Folding Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel No.10 Corkscrew Folding Knife With Bottle Opener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel No.12 Serrated Camp Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/opinel-no15-padouk-handle-slim-stainless-steel-folding-filet-knife-243150\" class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7g c2-w c2-x c2-7h c2-z c2-7i c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\"\u003eOpinel No.15 Padouk Handle Slim Stainless Steel Folding Filet Knife\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your Oyster \u0026amp; Shellfish Folding Knife in top working condition with \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e. Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly. Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the beechwood handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  001616\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  3123840016165\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080917258282,"sku":"001616","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200_bce31ec8-feef-4ac1-8f15-61987384af51.webp?v=1726871264"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-10-billhook-pruning-folding-knife-113110","title":"Opinel No.10 Billhook Pruning Folding Knife (113110)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/collections\/opinel\" title=\"Opinel Products at Expedition Exchange\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e No.10 Billhook Pruning Folding Knife has a sharply hooked blade shape that is optimized for grape-picking, shrub pruning, and cutting ties.  This tool is as beautiful as it is functional, and will be right at home in the most elegant of gardening tools.  \u003cspan\u003eAnd like most \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Classic Kit Products at Expedition Exchange\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/collections\/classic-kit\"\u003eClassic Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it will only get better with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is made of 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel and is 10cm long.  The grind is an almost imperceptibly convex grind that cuts like a full-flat grind but reflects light in a more beautiful way.  The brushed finish on the blade is always perpendicular to the cutting edge, which highlights the beautiful radii of this knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iconic Virobloc is present to lock the blade, but the blade will lock in the open position only.  It will not lock in the closed position because of the pronounced curve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe curved wood handle is varnished beechwood and features a hole near the pommel for a lanyard if you want one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 12cm folded and and 21cm deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe No.10 Billhook Pruning Folding Knife is part of Opinel's beautiful \"Garden\" line of \u003ca title=\"Cutlery Products at EE\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/collections\/cutlery\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/a\u003e that includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel Green Hand Pruner (001628)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-green-hand-pruner-001628\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Green Hand Pruner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-08-garden-folding-knife-133080\" title=\"Opinel No.08 Garden Folding Knife (133080)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.08 Garden Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-08-pruning-folding-knife-113140\" title=\"Opinel No.08 Pruning Folding Knife (113140)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.08 Pruning Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.10 Billhoork Pruning Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel No.12 Folding Saw Knife (165126)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-12-folding-saw-knife-165126\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.12 Folding Saw Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel No.18 Folding Saw (001198)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-18-folding-saw-001198\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.18 Folding Saw\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel Stainless \u0026amp; Carbon Steel Garden Knife Trio, 3 Colors (001617)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-stainless-carbon-steel-garden-knife-trio-3-colors-001617\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Stainless \u0026amp; Carbon Steel Garden Knife Trio, 3 Colors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep all of your Opinel gardening tools in top working condition with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel Maintenance Oil (002505)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-maintenance-oil-002505\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.  Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly.  Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the beechwood handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enice and sharp.  Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels.  Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword.  To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ.  Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Edge Pro Apex 4 Knife Sharpening System (EPACK)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/edge-pro-apex-4-knife-sharpening-system-epack\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hults Bruk Grinding Stone (840623)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/hults-bruk-grinding-stone-840623\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel Manual Knife Sharpener (002386)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-manual-knife-sharpener-002386\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone From Lombardia (002567)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-small-natural-sharpening-whetstone-from-lombardia-002567\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  113110\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  3123841131102\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080925122602,"sku":"113110","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/Opinel_No.10_Billhook_Pruning_Folding_Knife_113110_01.webp?v=1780524311"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-18-folding-saw-spare-blade-980184","title":"Opinel No.18 Folding Saw Spare Blade (980184)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/collections\/opinel\" title=\"Opinel Products at Expedition Exchange\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7d c2-k c2-1u c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e No.18 Folding Saw Spare Blade is a replacement blade for the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-18-folding-saw-001198\" title=\"Opinel No.18 Folding Saw (001198)\"\u003eOpinel Folding Saw No.18\u003c\/a\u003e.  The sawtooth blade is 19cm long and cuts wood on the pull stroke to minimize the risk of breaking the thin blade during use. The blade material is carbon steel with an anti-corrosion coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep your folding saw and all of your Opinel gardening tools in top working condition with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel Maintenance Oil (002505)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-maintenance-oil-002505\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.  Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly.  Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the beechwood handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  980184\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  312849801847\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080934920234,"sku":"980184","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/Opinel_No.18_Folding_Saw_Spare_Blade_980184_01.webp?v=1780525512"},{"product_id":"arb-utility-case-arb-4344","title":"ARB Utility Case (ARB-4344)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ARB Utility Case is a large soft case designed to organize a field kitchen, provide easy access to the many contents within, and take no precious tabletop space. The Utility Case measures 16\" x 12\" x 3\" when folded and weighs 3.7 lbs. empty. It will hold quite a lot. There are 18 pockets inside the Utility Case to hold plates, cutlery, utensils, spatulas, serving spoons, and so on. The large pockets close with velcro and the entire case zips shut for storage and transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you cook in the field, you know how precious workspace can be because of the size of camp furniture. Anything that rests on your tabletop necessarily takes space and makes cooking more difficult. The Utility Case is designed to hold a great amount of kitchen equipment but be suspended from something like an awning, roof rack, or roll cage and take no tabletop space at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Utility Case is designed so that the contents will not spill out during the unfolding and suspending process. The large pockets are closed with velcro and the smaller pockets use friction and gravity to hold the implements. To deploy the Utility Case and access the contents, open the velcro strap and unzip the case. Then unfold the Utility Case sideways like a book, and then unfold it once again top to bottom. There are two nylon straps with steel J-hooks for suspending the Utility from nearly anything that is 4\" in diameter or smaller. A third nylon strap with steel J-hook will hold a standard roll of paper towels. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two large interior pockets will hold plates up to 10\" in diameter, and one of these pockets is detachable if you desire. These pockets will devour something like the 16-piece \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6v c2-15 c2-12 c2-6w c2-6z\"\u003eSnow Peak Tableware Set L Family\u003c\/span\u003e, which is only 8.3\" in diameter and 3\" tall, and still have room to spare for things like spices, sauces, napkins, and so on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe section with the thin pockets is 14\" tall and will accommodate longer tools like spatulas, tongs, and large serving spoons. Even the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6v c2-15 c2-12 c2-6w c2-6z\"\u003eElement E100 Industrial Fire Extinguisher\u003c\/span\u003e fits into the standard pockets, and the smaller \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6v c2-15 c2-12 c2-6w c2-6z\"\u003eElement E50\u003c\/span\u003e fits no problem. If you like, you can cut the stitching between two pockets to customize the pockets to your specific tools. For example, you can cut the stitching between two of the smaller pockets to hold something like the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6v c2-15 c2-12 c2-6w c2-6z\"\u003eSnow Peak Folding Torch\u003c\/span\u003e. Go through your field kitchen and many ideas will occur to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beauty of soft luggage is that it can change shape and size depending on the contents. The contents are still organized and protected against banging and clanging during transit, but there is almost no wasted space in your luggage. In contrast, things like wooden chuck boxes are for people with no real experience in how to cook while camping. Such boxes are also very large and heavy, while soft luggage permits the same amount of contents to be segregated into several different bags or rolls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eARB Part Number -  ARB-4344\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  9332018056184\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080945176618,"sku":"ARB-4344","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_600_h_600_b58d728f-93fd-43ea-926b-3d67ba4e1de6.webp?v=1726872274"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-08-pruning-folding-knife-113140","title":"Opinel No.08 Pruning Folding Knife (113140)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca title=\"Opinel Products at Expedition Exchange\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/collections\/opinel\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7f c2-15 c2-12 c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e No.08 Pruning Folding Knife has a hooked blade shape that is optimized for grape-picking, shrub pruning, and cutting ties.  This tool is as beautiful as it is functional, and will be right at home in the most elegant of gardening tools.  \u003cspan\u003eAnd like most \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/collections\/classic-kit\" title=\"Classic Kit Products at Expedition Exchange\"\u003eClassic Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it will only get better with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is made of 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel and is 8cm long.  The grind is an almost imperceptibly convex grind that cuts like a full-flat grind but reflects light in a more beautiful way.  The brushed finish on the blade is always perpendicular to the cutting edge, which highlights the beautiful radii of this knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iconic Virobloc is present to lock the blade, and the blade will lock in both the open and closed positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe curved wood handle is varnished beechwood and features a hole near the pommel for a lanyard if you want one.  If you like colors, this same knife with a beechwood handle with a \u003cstrong\u003etangerine-orange stain\u003c\/strong\u003e is available as part of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-stainless-carbon-steel-garden-knife-trio-3-colors-001617\" title=\"Opinel Stainless \u0026amp; Carbon Steel Garden Knife Trio, 3 Colors (001617)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Stainless \u0026amp; Carbon Steel Garden Knife Trio, 3 Colors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 11cm folded and and 19cm deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe No.08 Pruning Folding Knife is part of Opinel's beautiful \"Garden\" line of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/collections\/cutlery\" title=\"Cutlery Products at EE\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/a\u003e that includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-green-hand-pruner-001628\" title=\"Opinel Green Hand Pruner (001628)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Green Hand Pruner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel No.08 Garden Folding Knife (133080)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-08-garden-folding-knife-133080\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.08 Garden Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.08 Pruning Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-10-billhook-pruning-folding-knife-113110\" title=\"Opinel No.10 Billhook Pruning Folding Knife (113110)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.10 Billhoork Pruning Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-12-folding-saw-knife-165126\" title=\"Opinel No.12 Folding Saw Knife (165126)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.12 Folding Saw Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-18-folding-saw-001198\" title=\"Opinel No.18 Folding Saw (001198)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.18 Folding Saw\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-stainless-carbon-steel-garden-knife-trio-3-colors-001617\" title=\"Opinel Stainless \u0026amp; Carbon Steel Garden Knife Trio, 3 Colors (001617)\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Stainless \u0026amp; Carbon Steel Garden Knife Trio, 3 Colors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep all of your Opinel gardening tools in top working condition with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-maintenance-oil-002505\" title=\"Opinel Maintenance Oil (002505)\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.  Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly.  Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the beechwood handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enice and sharp.  Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels.  Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword.  To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ.  Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/edge-pro-apex-4-knife-sharpening-system-epack\" title=\"Edge Pro Apex 4 Knife Sharpening System (EPACK)\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/hults-bruk-grinding-stone-840623\" title=\"Hults Bruk Grinding Stone (840623)\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-manual-knife-sharpener-002386\" title=\"Opinel Manual Knife Sharpener (002386)\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-small-natural-sharpening-whetstone-from-lombardia-002567\" title=\"Opinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone From Lombardia (002567)\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  113140\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  3123841131409\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080949534762,"sku":"113140","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/Opinel_No.08_Pruning_Folding_Knife_113140_01.webp?v=1780523883"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-08-garden-folding-knife-133080","title":"Opinel No.08 Garden Folding Knife (133080)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/collections\/opinel\" title=\"Opinel Products at EE\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7f c2-15 c2-12 c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e No.08 Garden Folding Knife differs from the other No.08 knives typical of the Opinel range.  The No.08 Garden Folding Knife has a spearpoint blade and tapered handle, which make it very slim and a delight to carry.  This tool is as beautiful as it is functional, and will be right at home in the most elegant of gardening tools.  And like most \u003ca title=\"Classic Kit Products at Expedition Exchange\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/collections\/classic-kit\"\u003eClassic Kit\u003c\/a\u003e, it will only get better with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spearpoint blade is made of 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel and is 8cm long.  The grind is an almost imperceptibly convex grind that cuts like a full-flat grind but reflects light in a more beautiful way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iconic Virobloc is present to lock the blade, and the blade will lock in both the open and closed positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tapered wood handle is varnished beechwood and features a hole near the pommel for a lanyard if you want one. If you like colors, this same knife with a beechwood handle with an \u003cstrong\u003eeggplaint-purple stain\u003c\/strong\u003e is available as part of the \u003ca title=\"Opinel Stainless \u0026amp; Carbon Steel Garden Knife Trio, 3 Colors (001617)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-stainless-carbon-steel-garden-knife-trio-3-colors-001617\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Stainless \u0026amp; Carbon Steel Garden Knife Trio, 3 Colors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 11cm folded and and 19cm deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe No.08 Garden Folding Knife is part of Opinel's beautiful \"Garden\" line of \u003ca title=\"Cutlery Products at EE\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/collections\/cutlery\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/a\u003e that includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel Green Hand Pruner (001628)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-green-hand-pruner-001628\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Green Hand Pruner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.08 Garden Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel No.08 Pruning Folding Knife (113140)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-08-pruning-folding-knife-113140\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.08 Pruning Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel No.10 Billhook Pruning Folding Knife (113110)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-10-billhook-pruning-folding-knife-113110\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.10 Billhoork Pruning Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel No.12 Folding Saw Knife (165126)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-12-folding-saw-knife-165126\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.12 Folding Saw Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel No.18 Folding Saw (001198)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-no-18-folding-saw-001198\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel No.18 Folding Saw\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel Stainless \u0026amp; Carbon Steel Garden Knife Trio, 3 Colors (001617)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-stainless-carbon-steel-garden-knife-trio-3-colors-001617\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Stainless \u0026amp; Carbon Steel Garden Knife Trio, 3 Colors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep all of your Opinel gardening tools in top working condition with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel Maintenance Oil (002505)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-maintenance-oil-002505\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.  Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly.  Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the beechwood handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enice and sharp.  Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels.  Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword.  To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ.  Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Edge Pro Apex 4 Knife Sharpening System (EPACK)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/edge-pro-apex-4-knife-sharpening-system-epack\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Hults Bruk Grinding Stone (840623)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/hults-bruk-grinding-stone-840623\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel Manual Knife Sharpener (002386)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-manual-knife-sharpener-002386\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone From Lombardia (002567)\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/products\/opinel-small-natural-sharpening-whetstone-from-lombardia-002567\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-70 c2-15 c2-12 c2-71 c2-74\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  133080\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  3123841330802\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080952811562,"sku":"133080","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/Opinel_No.08_Garden_Folding_Knife_133080_01.jpg?v=1780522956"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-08-mushroom-folding-knife-001252","title":"Opinel No.08 Mushroom Folding Knife (001252)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e No.08 Mushroom Folding Knife's unorthodox appearance makes sense when you first learn that this knife is designed for harvesting mushrooms. This tool is as beautiful as it is functional, and will be right at home in the most elegant of gardening tools. And it will only get better with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe curved blade is made of 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel and is 8cm long. There is jimping on the rear of the blade for the thumb to rest against if desired, or for scraping and cleaning of mushrooms. The blade's grind is an almost imperceptibly convex grind that cuts like a full-flat grind but reflects light in a more beautiful way. The brushed finish on the blade is always perpendicular to the cutting edge, which highlights the beautiful radii of this knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iconic Virobloc is present to lock the blade, and the blade will lock in both the open and closed positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe curved wood handle is varnished beechwood and features a hole near the pommel for a lanyard if you want one. On the pommel is a small brush made from genuine boar-bristles that is used to remove dirt from your harvested mushrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 13cm folded and and 21cm deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe No.08 Mushroom Folding Knife is part of Opinel's \"Gourmet\" line of food-oriented specialty folders that includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel No.06 Folding Peeler\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpinel No.07 Chestnut \u0026amp; Garlic Folding Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpinel No.08 Mushroom Folding Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel No.09 Oyster \u0026amp; Shellfish Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel No.10 Corkscrew Folding Knife With Bottle Opener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel No.12 Serrated Camp Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel No.15 Padouk Handle Slim Stainless Steel Folding Filet Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your Mushroom Folding Knife in top working condition with \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e. Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly. Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the beechwood handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  001252\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  3123840012525\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080959103018,"sku":"001252","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/OpinelNo.08MushroomFoldingKnife_001252_41906674-440a-4c39-9cfd-513c8dd523a1.jpg?v=1776716195"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-08-carbone-steel-folding-knife-000402","title":"Opinel No.08 Carbone Steel Folding Knife (000402)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e No.08 Carbone Steel Folding Knife is for the traditionalist who prefers the popular No.08 size and a carbon-steel blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is made of \u003cstrong class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-5v c2-7f\"\u003e1090 carbon steel\u003c\/strong\u003e and is 8.5cm long. The blade shape is the classic Yatagan Style that was inspired by a Turkish saber. The grind is an almost imperceptibly convex grind that cuts like a full-flat grind but reflects light in a more beautiful way. Carbon steel will corrode if not properly maintained. However, the maintenance is easy and many users actually prefer the patina, staining, and character that carbon blades will acquire over years of use. Some like this look so much that they even force a patina onto a new carbon blade with mild acids like vinegar or mustard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carbon blade locks in both the open and closed positions via the iconic Virobloc locking system designed by Marcel Opinel in 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is varnished beechwood. The beechwood is stained very slightly and there is a Carbone marking on the side to differentiate this folder from the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003estainless version\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 11cm folded and 19cm deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife may be converted into a fork or spoon with the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel Picnic+ Cutlery Insert Set\u003c\/span\u003e. The fork or spoon inserts fit over the closed blade and are held in place by turning the Virbloc to the left to lock the fork or spoon inserts in place. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your Carbone in top working condition with \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e. Maintenance Oil will protect the carbon blade against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly. Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the wood handle and prevent it from cracking when dry and rotting when wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7i c2-w c2-x c2-7j c2-z c2-7k c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" rel=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  000402\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  312840004025\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080959692842,"sku":"000402","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/OpinelNo.08CarboneSteelFoldingKnife_000402.jpg?v=1776713706"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-08-stainless-steel-folding-knife-000405","title":"Opinel No.08 Stainless Steel Folding Knife (000405)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e No.08 Stainless Steel Folding Knife is the most popular knife in Opinel's lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is made of 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel and is 8.5cm long. The blade shape is the classic Yatagan Style that was inspired by a Turkish saber. The grind is an almost imperceptibly convex grind that cuts like a full-flat grind but reflects light in a more beautiful way. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade locks in both the open and closed positions via the iconic Virobloc locking system designed by Marcel Opinel in 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is Opinel's traditional varnished beechwood. If you fancy this knife but want another wood type, the Opinel No.08 is also available in the following premium hardwoods: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeech\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eBeli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eEbony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eHornbeam (with Tour de France motifs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOlive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003ePadouk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eWalnut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want this same knife but with a carbon steel blade, look at the Opinel No.08 Carbone Steel Folding Knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a No.08 but want modern-day features and materials, check out the Opinel No.08 Outdoor Orange Folding Knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 11cm folded and 19cm deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife may be converted into a fork or spoon with the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel Picnic+ Cutlery Insert Set\u003c\/span\u003e. The fork or spoon inserts fit over the closed blade and are held in place by turning the Virbloc to the left to lock the fork or spoon inserts in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your No.08 Stainless in top working condition with \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e. Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly. Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the beechwood handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7g c2-w c2-x c2-7h c2-z c2-7i c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  000405\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  3123840004056\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080960512042,"sku":"000405","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/OpinelNo.08StainlessSteelFoldingKnife_000405.jpg?v=1776713819"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-08-walnut-handle-folding-knife-002022","title":"Opinel No.08 Walnut Handle Folding Knife (002022)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e No.08 Walnut Handle Folding Knife is part of Opinel's Premium Woods lineup of No.08 folders (Opinel's most popular size). This knife is identical to the classic \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel No.08 Stainless Steel Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e, but the handle is made of walnut rather than the traditional beechwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is made of 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel and is 8.5cm long. The blade shape is the classic Yatagan Style that was inspired by a Turkish saber. The grind is an almost imperceptibly convex grind that cuts like a full-flat grind but reflects light in a more beautiful way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade locks in both the open and closed positions via the iconic Virobloc locking system designed by Marcel Opinel in 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is varnished walnut rather than the traditional beechwood. If you fancy this knife but want another wood type, the Opinel No.08 is also available in the following premium hardwoods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eBeech\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eBeli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eEbony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eHornbeam (with Tour de France motifs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOlive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003ePadouk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a No.08 but want modern-day features and materials, check out the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel No.08 Outdoor Orange Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 11cm folded and 19cm deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife may be converted into a fork or spoon with the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Picnic+ Cutlery Insert Set\u003c\/span\u003e. The fork or spoon inserts fit over the closed blade and are held in place by turning the Virbloc to the left to lock the fork or spoon inserts in place. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your No.08 Walnut in top working condition with \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e. Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly. Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the walnut handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7f c2-w c2-x c2-7g c2-z c2-7h c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  002022\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  312840020223\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080961200170,"sku":"002022","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200_0099f967-d480-4084-ab9c-b3e204f271af.webp?v=1726874069"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-08-oak-handle-folding-knife-002021","title":"Opinel No.08 Oak Handle Folding Knife (002021)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e No.08 Oak Handle Folding Knife is part of Opinel's Premium Woods lineup of No.08 folders (Opinel's most popular size). This knife is identical to the classic \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eOpinel No.08 Stainless Steel Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e, but the handle is made of oak rather than the traditional beechwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is made of 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel and is 8.5cm long. The blade shape is the classic Yatagan Style that was inspired by a Turkish saber. The grind is an almost imperceptibly convex grind that cuts like a full-flat grind but reflects light in a more beautiful way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade locks in both the open and closed positions via the iconic Virobloc locking system designed by Marcel Opinel in 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is varnished oak rather than the traditional beechwood. If you fancy this knife but want another wood type, the Opinel No.08 is also available in the following premium hardwoods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eBeech\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eBeli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEbony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eHornbeam (with Tour de France motifs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eOlive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003ePadouk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003ePlane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eWalnut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a No.08 but want modern-day features and materials, check out the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eOpinel No.08 Outdoor Orange Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 11cm folded and 19cm deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife may be converted into a fork or spoon with the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eOpinel Picnic+ Cutlery Insert Set\u003c\/span\u003e. The fork or spoon inserts fit over the closed blade and are held in place by turning the Virbloc to the left to lock the fork or spoon inserts in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your No.08 Oak in top working condition with \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e. Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly. Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the oak handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  002021\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  312840020216\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080962248746,"sku":"002021","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/002021OpinelNo.08OakHandleFoldingKnife.jpg?v=1748983407"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-08-olive-wood-handle-folding-knife-002020","title":"Opinel No.08 Olive Wood Handle Folding Knife (002020)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e No.08 Olive Wood Handle Folding Knife is part of Opinel's Premium Woods lineup of No.08 folders (Opinel's most popular size). This knife is identical to the classic \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel No.08 Stainless Steel Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e, but the handle is made of olivewood rather than the traditional beechwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is made of 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel and is 8.5cm long. The blade shape is the classic Yatagan Style that was inspired by a Turkish saber. The grind is an almost imperceptibly convex grind that cuts like a full-flat grind but reflects light in a more beautiful way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade locks in both the open and closed positions via the iconic Virobloc locking system designed by Marcel Opinel in 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is varnished olivewood rather than the traditional beechwood. If you fancy this knife but want another wood type, the Opinel No.08 is also available in the following premium hardwoods: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eBeech\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eBeli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEbony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eHornbeam (with Tour de France motifs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003ePadouk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003ePlane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eWalnut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a No.08 but want modern-day features and materials, check out the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel No.08 Outdoor Orange Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 11cm folded and 19cm deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife may be converted into a fork or spoon with the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Picnic+ Cutlery Insert Set\u003c\/span\u003e. The fork or spoon inserts fit over the closed blade and are held in place by turning the Virbloc to the left to lock the fork or spoon inserts in place. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your No.08 Olive in top working condition with \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e. Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly. Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the olivewood handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7f c2-w c2-x c2-7g c2-z c2-7h c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  002020\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  312840020209\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42080963985450,"sku":"002020","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200_692941af-ede3-4e05-a44a-4b967d86d919.webp?v=1726874730"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-08-padouk-handle-folding-knife-226086","title":"Opinel No.08 Padouk Handle Folding Knife (226086)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e No.08 Padouk Handle Folding Knife is part of Opinel's Premium Woods lineup of No.08 folders (Opinel's most popular size). This knife is identical to the classic \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel No.08 Stainless Steel Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e, but with two differences: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe handle is made of padouk rather than the traditional beechwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe blade is mirror-polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is made of 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel and is 8.5cm long. The blade shape is the classic Yatagan Style that was inspired by a Turkish saber. The grind is an almost imperceptibly convex grind that cuts like a full-flat grind but reflects light in a more beautiful way. The blade is mirror polished rather than left in the ground finish seen on most Opinels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade locks in both the open and closed positions via the iconic Virobloc locking system designed by Marcel Opinel in 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is varnished padouk rather than the traditional beechwood. Padouk is also commonly known as \"New Guinea Rosewood\" and is often used to create musical instruments. If you fancy this knife but want another wood type, the Opinel No.08 is also available in the following premium hardwoods:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eBeech\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eEbony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eHornbeam (with Tour de France motifs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOlive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePadouk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003ePlane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eWalnut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a No.08 but want modern-day features and materials, check out the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel No.08 Outdoor Orange Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 11cm folded and 19cm deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife may be converted into a fork or spoon with the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Picnic+ Cutlery Insert Set\u003c\/span\u003e. The fork or spoon inserts fit over the closed blade and are held in place by turning the Virbloc to the left to lock the fork or spoon inserts in place. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your No.08 Padouk in top working condition with \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e. Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly. Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the pakouk handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7f c2-w c2-x c2-7g c2-z c2-7h c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" rel=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  226086\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  312842260863\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42088955379754,"sku":"226086","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200_b45f316d-dfe9-4e34-834f-8e23d1402d38.webp?v=1727200854"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-08-ebony-handle-folding-knife-001352","title":"Opinel No.08 Ebony Handle Folding Knife (001352)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cu class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-79 c2-15 c2-12 c2-7a c2-7d\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/u\u003e No.08 Ebony Handle Folding Knife is part of Opinel's Premium Woods lineup of No.08 folders (Opinel's most popular size). This knife is identical to the classic \u003cu class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-79 c2-15 c2-12 c2-7a c2-7d\"\u003eOpinel No.08 Stainless Steel Folding Knife\u003c\/u\u003e, but with two differences: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe handle is made of ebony rather than the traditional beechwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe blade is mirror-polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blade is made of 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel and is 8.5cm long. The blade shape is the classic Yatagan Style that was inspired by a Turkish saber. The grind is an almost imperceptibly convex grind that cuts like a full-flat grind but reflects light in a more beautiful way. The blade is mirror polished rather than left in the ground finish seen on most Opinels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade locks in both the open and closed positions via the iconic Virobloc locking system designed by Marcel Opinel in 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe handle is varnished ebony rather than the traditional beechwood. If you fancy this knife but want another wood type, the Opinel No.08 is also available in the following premium hardwoods:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eBeech\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eEbony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eHornbeam (with Tour de France motifs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOlive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePadouk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003ePlane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eWalnut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a No.08 but want modern-day features and materials, check out the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel No.08 Outdoor Orange Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 11cm folded and 19cm deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis knife may be converted into a fork or spoon with the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Picnic+ Cutlery Insert Set\u003c\/span\u003e. The fork or spoon inserts fit over the closed blade and are held in place by turning the Virbloc to the left to lock the fork or spoon inserts in place. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your No.08 Padouk in top working condition with \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e. Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly. Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the pakouk handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7b c2-15 c2-12 c2-7c c2-7f\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpinel Part Number -  001352\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUniversal Product Code -  3123840013522\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42088963375146,"sku":"001352","price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200_15a2e758-b366-452f-b8de-b2317ac97227.webp?v=1727201586"},{"product_id":"esee-knives-mess-tin-survival-kit-large-tin-kit","title":"ESEE Knives Mess Tin Survival Kit (LARGE-TIN-KIT)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ESEE Knives Mess Tin Survival Kit is designed around quality tools used by team members and wilderness survival students of Randall's Adventure Training. Key components of the survival priorities are addressed, including water, fire, signaling, food-gathering, and navigation. The kit is small enough to stow in a daypack and carried every day, or left in your vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mess Tin Survival Kit measures 6.25″ x 4″ x 2.5″, weighs 1.5 lbs., and contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eESEE Knives Aluminum Mess\/Survival Tin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eESEE Knives Candiru Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePocket Map Card Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurvival Card Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVictorinox Hiker Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotable Aqua Tablets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuunto Compass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKevlar Line (100′ Spool)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnare Wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic Fishing Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTinder Quik Fire Tabs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRapid Rescue Whistle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmergency Duct Tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Fresnel Lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10‘ Orange Survey tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30’ Small Cordage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePencil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrite Strike Lite (2 Each)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproof Matches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmergency Signal Mirror\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge Fire Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmergency Water Bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSewing Needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCordura Repair Patch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to put together your own survival kit housed in this same aluminum container, the ESEE Knives Aluminum Mess\/Survival Tin is available separately just for such a purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7c c2-k c2-1u c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7c c2-k c2-1u c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7c c2-k c2-1u c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7c c2-k c2-1u c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7c c2-k c2-1u c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-1q c2-1r c2-7g c2-b c2-c c2-7h c2-e c2-7i c2-3 c2-1t c2-1u c2-1v c2-1w\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" rel=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7c c2-k c2-1u c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eESEE Knives Part Number -  LARGE-TIN-KIT\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  811328023899\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42089160572970,"sku":"LARGE-TIN-KIT","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_600_h_600_40956a93-db07-4589-9d35-0a0d9a08105f.webp?v=1727210556"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-15-padouk-handle-slim-stainless-steel-folding-filet-knife-243150","title":"Opinel No.15 Padouk Handle Slim Stainless Steel Folding Filet Knife (002557)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e No.15 Padouk Handle Slim Stainless Steel Folding Filet Knife is part of Opinel's Premium Woods lineup of folders and also part of Opinel's \"Gourmet\" line of food-oriented specialty folders that includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpinel No.06 Folding Peeler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel No.07 Chestnut \u0026amp; Garlic Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel No.08 Mushroom Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel No.09 Oyster \u0026amp; Shellfish Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel No.10 Corkscrew Folding Knife With Bottle Opener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel No.12 Serrated Camp Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpinel No.15 Padouk Handle Slim Stainless Steel Folding Filet Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flexible blade is made of 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel and is 15cm long. The blade shape is the classic Yatagan Style that was inspired by a Turkish saber, but is very narrow to glide through meats. The grind is a full flat grind. The blade is mirror polished rather than left in the ground finish seen on most Opinels. Because of the blade's long length and thin proportions, it should be reserved as a filet knife and not be used for heavy-duty tasks. This blade is perfect for fileting the fish hooked with your REYR Gear First Cast 4wt Travel Fly Rod and landed with your REYR Gear Silicone Collapsible Insta-Net.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade locks in both the open and closed positions via the iconic Virobloc locking system designed by Marcel Opinel in 1955. Thus, it is safe to carry without a separate sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is varnished Padouk. Also known as \"New Guinea Rosewood\", Padouk has a rich red color and is often used to make musical instruments. Other padouk-handled Opinels in the line include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Opinel No.08 Padouk Handle Folding Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Opinel No.09 Oyster \u0026amp; Shellfish Folding Knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 18cm folded and 33cm deployed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your No.15 Padouk in top working condition with \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e. Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly. Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the padouk handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7g c2-w c2-x c2-7h c2-z c2-7i c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7c c2-15 c2-12 c2-7d c2-7g\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  0002557\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  3123842431508\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42089188786218,"sku":"243150","price":43.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_600_h_600_93c5fe2e-6e4c-4b70-a5d0-f3a837f1f42f.webp?v=1727211536"},{"product_id":"edge-pro-apex-slide-guide-asg","title":"Edge Pro Apex Slide Guide (ASG)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Edge Pro Apex Slide Guide can greatly facilitate the sharpening of most EDC folder blades. The vast majority of EDC folder blades are under four inches long and many of them have irregular shapes (especially the Spydercos with their thumb holes and hump backs). When these blades are sharpened on the standard Edge Pro Apex, they typically need not be moved because of their short length and they rest against the Edge Pro's standard guide plate at one point. To prevent the blade from teetering during sharpening, the user must hold the knife stationary with his support hand. This system works just fine and has been the standard way of using the Edge Pro for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Apex Slide Guide makes things even easier and is especially helpful:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eto beginners who are still learning how to use the Edge Pro Apex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eto users with weak or arthritic hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhen sharpening EDC blades with thumb holes or Klingon blade shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhen sharpening large quantities of knives in long sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Slide Guide replaces standard guide plate with an adjustable aluminum guide plate that spans the full width of the blade table and contacts the blade at two points rather than one. Simply place your EDC blade on the sharpening table and adjust the Slide Guide's aluminum fingers so that the blade edge will be positioned properly. The blade is now held secure at two positions and the knife will not teeter during sharpening. The user may hold the knife very lightly because the Slide Guide does most of the work. You can even supplement the Slide Guide with the Edge Pro Apex Retractable Magnet, which will hold the blade stationary using magnetic force. When the Slide Guide and Retractable Magnet are employed together, the blade is held very securely without hand force required and many EDC knives can be held stationary with a single fingertip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the Slide Guide may work with larger blades, most blade sizes and shapes will work better using the standard guide plate. However, nothing stops you from experimenting to see what works best for you and your blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Slide Guide is machined from 6061 aluminum and hardcoat anodized for durability and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Apex Slide Guide fits the \u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-74 c2-w c2-x c2-75 c2-z c2-76 c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/edge-pro-apex-4-knife-sharpening-system-epack\" rel=\"\"\u003eEdge Pro Apex\u003c\/a\u003e model only, and does not fit the Professional model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdge Pro Part Number -  ASG\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42089207201834,"sku":"ASG","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_600_h_600_e6d591ce-206c-4536-8742-f4371a7c1a39.webp?v=1727215037"},{"product_id":"snow-peak-titanium-foon-sct-125","title":"Snow Peak Titanium Foon (SCT-125)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca rel=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/categories\/snow-peak\" class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-73 c2-w c2-x c2-74 c2-z c2-75 c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\"\u003eSnow Peak\u003c\/a\u003e Titanium Foon is an ultra-lightweight hybrid tool that can be used as a spoon or fork, and the curved edge can also be used to cut softer items. The back of the handle is engraved with measuring marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Titanium Foon is like the Snow Peak Titanium Spork, but the Titanium Foon's design is biased toward the fork end of the spectrum with longer tines and smaller bowl. The Titanium Spork is biased toward the spoon end of the spectrum with larger bowl and smaller tines. The Titanium Foon works better with things like meats, vegetables, and noodles while the Titanium Spork works better with soups and stews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Titanium Spork represents a double weight reduction, as titanium is substantially lighter than stainless steel, and one need carry only one utensil rather than two or three. More important than weight is titanium's suitability for utensil construction. Titanium has no metallic smell or taste (unlike aluminum or stainless steel), will not corrode or stain when left wet or exposed to acidic foods (unlike aluminum and stainless steel), and is very strong and will not melt (unlike plastic). Titanium is also easily serviced in the field, as a simple rinse with water and a wipe-down with a cloth are all that is necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Titanium Foon is 6.5\" long. If you want a longer spork for eating out of MRE or Mountain House bags, look at the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003e8\" long Snow Peak Long Titanium Spork\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Titanium Foon is a lifetime-use product that seeks to eliminate the waste of disposable cutlery. These products from the Swedish, Japanese, and Swiss perspectives seek to achieve the same end:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003eOpinel Picnic+ Cutlery Insert Set \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003eOpinel Picnic+ Cutlery Complete Set with No.08 Folding Knife\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003ePRIMUS Campfire Chopsticks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003eSnow Peak Long Titanium Spork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003eSnow Peak Titanium Chopsticks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003eSnow Peak Titanium Spork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003eSnow Peak Wabuki Carry-On Chopsticks L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003eSnow Peak Wapper Buki Titanium Fork \u0026amp; Spoon Set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003eSwiss Advance Travel Cutlery Fork Hippus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003eSwiss Advance Travel Cutlery Knife Hippus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnow Peak Part Number -  SCT-125\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  4960589116256\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42089228566570,"sku":"SCT-125","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/Snow_Peak_Titanium_Foon_SCT-125_Ttanium_Stacking_Mug_Spaghetti.webp?v=1776821962"},{"product_id":"esee-knives-junglas-with-black-blade-kydex-sheath-canvas-micarta-handles-junglas-e","title":"ESEE Knives Junglas with Black Blade, Kydex Sheath, Canvas Micarta Handles (JUNGLAS-E)","description":"\u003cp\u003eESEE Knives created the Junglas (pronounced HOONGLAS) after spending time with the Colombian \u003cem class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7g\"\u003eCompañía Jungla Antinarcóticos\u003c\/em\u003e and wanting to design a single blade that that could serve as both bushcraft knife and machete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Junglas' 16.5\" length lets you swing it with authority and power. The 1095 carbon steel blade and high saber grind will withstand heavy chopping and batoning through the hardest of woods. The 90-degree spine will scrape ferro rods. The micarta handles are removable and replaceable if you should ever damage one or if you want to change to a different style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Junglas' sheath is made from kydex that is riveted after forming. The hollow rivets allow the attachment of the Cordura nylon MOLLE and belt loops, as well as additional accessories. The kydex sheath is \"lockable\" by pushing a slider that will prevent the kydex from expanding and releasing the micarta handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoverall length 16.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eweight without sheath 23 oz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1095 carbon steel blade material, 55-57 Rc. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10.5\" overall blade length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10\" cutting edge length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90-degree spine for striking ferro rods like the ESEE Knives RAT Match\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.0\" blade width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emaximum blade thickness 0.188\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblade is BLACK powdercoated for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh saber grind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efull-tang construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehammer pommel with lanyard loop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehandle length 5.88 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehandle thickness 0.88\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecanvas micarta handles are removable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eambidextrous kydex sheath with Cordura MOLLE back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA by ESEE Knives \/ Rowen Manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eunconditional lifetime warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll ESEE knives are made with absolute attention to detail using the finest raw materials and care during the manufacturing process, and ESEE stands behind its knives with a 100% unconditional lifetime guarantee. If your ESEE knife should ever break (even because of typical knife-no-nos like throwing or prying), ESEE will repair or replace it. This warranty follows the knife throughout its life, anywhere in the world. No sales receipt or warranty registration required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Junglas is available in different colors. This is the Junglas in black, but the Dark Earth Junglas is also available. While the blade colors can change, remember that the kydex sheath will always be black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like the Junglas design but want something a little smaller, check out the ESEE Junglas II, which is essentially the same knife as the Junglas with but a blade that is 2\" shorter and 2 oz. lighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7i c2-w c2-x c2-7j c2-z c2-7k c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" rel=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7e c2-15 c2-12 c2-7f c2-7i\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eESEE Knives Part Number -  JUNGLAS-E\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  811328024803\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42089234432042,"sku":"JUNGLAS-E","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_600_h_600_99530205-52b2-4800-840c-2c554c621fde.webp?v=1727216391"},{"product_id":"hults-bruk-almike-hatchet-840702","title":"Hults Bruk Almike Hatchet (840702)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hults Bruk Almike Hatchet is a small, general-purpose axe designed for gardening, camping, bushcraft, and wilderness survival use. Almike mates 1 lb. head with a 16\" American hickory handle and may be worn on the belt, tucked into a bag or backpack, or stashed in your vehicle's EDC kit. Almike is styled like a traditional Swedish axe with rustic presentation that the uninitiated may perceive as unfinished, but the knowledgeable will recognize as beautiful. Each Almike comes with a leather sheath, cardboard storage box, and detailed user's manual. This is an axe you will use for many years and will probably hand down as well. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The steel head weighs 1 lb. and is hand-forged from Swedish steel in a forge that has been in operation since 1697. During the transformation from billet to head, the steel is hammered multiple times to increase its density and durability and reach its final shape. The iconic and unusual head shape of a Swedish axe has deep cheeks for maximum contact with the wood for resistance to loosening, but forward of the cheeks is a deep finger notch that lets the user grab very high on the handle (nearly to the centerline of the bit) for fine bushcraft work as well as general camp tasks. (Inferior axes have good wood contact or finger clearance, but not both.) After reaching its final shape, the head is differentially tempered with the bit hardened to hold a sharp edge, and the eye and poll left soft to remain resilient. In the proud Swedish style, the head is ground and polished only at the bit and the remainder of the head is left in its organic, forged state to showcase the great skill of the workers who were able to achieve such compound curves and complex shapes using only the forge. (When an axe head is ground all over, it is not a sign of quality but rather inferiority because the ground finish was applied to hide the crude forgings, imperfections, and general lack of skill of the workers.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe American hickory handle is 16\" long and has many subtle but complex shapes to maximize the axe's utility for various tasks. The handle is curved in an S shape to permit the user to choke up on the handle right under the head for fine carving control or hold the handle at the knob for full power during chops. The S shape lets the user generate more power and accelerate through the full swing by bending the wrist and snapping the last three fingers shut right before impact without ever having to bend the wrist in an awkward manner (as with a straight handle). The handle flares into a knob that is larger than the rest of the handle so that the user can maintain a light and lively grip without the axe wanting to escape from the user's hand at impact. Tight grips lead to less power rather than more, so the cross-section of the handle is oval rather than round to prevent the axe from turning in the hand during use (even with a light grip), and the sharp end of the oval is aligned with the bit so that the user can orient and index the head easily and intuitively during use. The knob area has a hole if you want to use Almike with a lanyard or hang it on a wall during storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hickory handle is hung on the head using both wooden wedge and steel conical wedge to expand the wood in all directions to ensure many years of hard use without loosening. After hanging, the handle is treated with linseed oil, which penetrates deeply into the the hickory in a liquid state and then polymerizes into a solid over time to strengthen the wood and protect it against drying out and cracking. In contrast to a varnished finish, the protection with linseed oil is \u003cem class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7f c2-15 c2-12 c2-7g c2-7h\"\u003ein\u003c\/em\u003e the wood rather than \u003cem class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7f c2-15 c2-12 c2-7g c2-7h\"\u003eon\u003c\/em\u003e it. A linseed oil finish also does not affect the coefficient of friction of wood and cause blisters the way varnish does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain your Almike, clean off any sap and dirt. When the axe is dry, apply a treatment of a waterproof drying oil like tung oil to both wood and steel to seal them against the elements. To protect the leather sheath against drying out, treat it with \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7f c2-15 c2-12 c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eObenauf's Heavy Duty LP\u003c\/span\u003e or \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7f c2-15 c2-12 c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eObenauf's Leather Oil\u003c\/span\u003e. This is not difficult maintenance (in fact it will give you much pleasure) and it will ensure a lifetime of service from your Almike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your Almike nice and sharp. Not only will your Almike be more effective when it is sharp, it will actually be safer to use because it will cut with less force than with a dull bit and behave much more predictably on impact. There is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen your Almike, but excellent ways to sharpen it include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7f c2-15 c2-12 c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7f c2-15 c2-12 c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7f c2-15 c2-12 c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7f c2-15 c2-12 c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7j c2-w c2-x c2-7k c2-z c2-7l c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7f c2-15 c2-12 c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHults Bruk makes many different Swedish Axes in different sizes. If you fancy the Almike but want a different size, take a look at:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7f c2-15 c2-12 c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eHults Bruk Kisa Felling Axe\u003c\/span\u003e (2 lbs. head and 26\" handle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHults Bruk Akka Forester's Axe (1.5 lbs. head and 24\" handle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7f c2-15 c2-12 c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eHults Bruk Classic Hatchet Jonaker\u003c\/span\u003e (1 lb. head and 9.4\" handle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHults Bruk Part Number -  840702\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  7391408407021\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42089260253226,"sku":"840702","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200_2139d584-f17a-4a07-afbc-05e35b464ca2.webp?v=1727217413"},{"product_id":"esee-knives-junglas-with-dark-earth-blade-kydex-sheath-canvas-micarta-handles-junglas-de-e","title":"ESEE Knives Junglas with Dark Earth Blade, Kydex Sheath, Canvas Micarta Handles (JUNGLAS-DE-E)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eESEE Knives\u003c\/span\u003e created the Junglas (pronounced HOONGLAS) after spending time with the \u003cem class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7f\"\u003eColombian Compañía Jungla Antinarcóticos\u003c\/em\u003e and wanting to design a single blade that that could serve as both bushcraft knife and machete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Junglas' 16.5\" length lets you swing it with authority and power. The 1095 carbon steel blade and high saber grind will withstand heavy chopping and batoning through the hardest of woods. The 90-degree spine will scrape ferro rods. The micarta handles are removable and replaceable if you should ever damage one or if you want to change to a different style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Junglas' sheath is made from kydex that is riveted after forming. The hollow rivets allow the attachment of the Cordura nylon MOLLE and belt loops, as well as additional accessories. The kydex sheath is \"lockable\" by pushing a slider that will prevent the kydex from expanding and releasing the micarta handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoverall length 16.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eweight without sheath 23 oz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1095 carbon steel blade material, 55-57 Rc. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10.5\" overall blade length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10\" cutting edge length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90-degree spine for striking ferro rods like the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eESEE Knives RAT Match\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.0\" blade width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emaximum blade thickness 0.188\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblade is DARK EARTH powdercoated for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehigh saber grind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efull-tang construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehammer pommel with lanyard loop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehandle length 5.88 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehandle thickness 0.88\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecanvas micarta handles are removable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eambidextrous kydex sheath with Cordura MOLLE back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA by ESEE Knives \/ Rowen Manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eunconditional lifetime warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll ESEE knives are made with absolute attention to detail using the finest raw materials and care during the manufacturing process, and ESEE stands behind its knives with a 100% unconditional lifetime guarantee. If your ESEE knife should ever break (even because of typical knife-no-nos like throwing or prying), ESEE will repair or replace it. This warranty follows the knife throughout its life, anywhere in the world. No sales receipt or warranty registration required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Junglas is available in different colors. This is the Junglas in Dark Earth, but the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eBlack Junglas\u003c\/span\u003e is also available. While the blade colors can change, remember that the kydex sheath will always be black. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like the Junglas design but want something a little smaller, check out the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eESEE Junglas II\u003c\/span\u003e, which is essentially the same knife as the Junglas with but a blade that is 2\" shorter and 2 oz. lighter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7h c2-w c2-x c2-7i c2-z c2-7j c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" rel=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7d c2-15 c2-12 c2-7e c2-7h\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eESEE Knives Part Number -  JUNGLAS-DE-E\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  811328024827\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42089298985002,"sku":"JUNGLAS-DE-E","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200_544a2656-41e7-4044-8797-45f19e245703.webp?v=1727219379"},{"product_id":"snow-peak-nylon-spatula-cs-216","title":"Snow Peak Nylon Spatula (CS-216)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalled \"Nylon Turner\" in Japan, the Snow Peak Nylon Spatula is equally suitable for any kitchen, whether field or home. The blade is raked and constructed of black nylon to prevent scratching the non-stick coating or seasoning on your cookware. The the handle is stainless steel with two bamboo flats riveted on top and bottom to give the shaft a shape that is comfortable and alluring to the hand. In addition to being environmentally friendly, bamboo is considerably stronger than traditional table woods like maple (bamboo is technically grass rather than wood, but most people think of wood when they see bamboo). Bamboo is also warm to the touch and very beautiful. The tail end of the stainless shaft is hooked to enable hanging the spatula during field use where cooking and tabletop space are limited. 13.5\" length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Serving Spoon is part of Snow Peak's line of field kitchen utensils with hooked handles to permit hanging to minimize use of tabletop space and permit hang drying. This family of utensils includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-6w c2-k c2-1u c2-6x c2-70\"\u003eSnow Peak Bamboo Spatula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-6w c2-k c2-1u c2-6x c2-70\"\u003eSnow Peak Nylon Ladle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow Peak Nylon Spatula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow Peak Serving Fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-6w c2-k c2-1u c2-6x c2-70\"\u003eSnow Peak Serving Spoon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe construction and styling of the Nylon Spatula are identical to that of the Snow Peak Nylon Ladle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDifferent people like different styles of spatulas. If you prefer the \"hard\" style of spatula, look at the \u003ca rel=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/snow-peak-bamboo-spatula-cs-215\" class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-1q c2-1r c2-70 c2-b c2-c c2-71 c2-e c2-72 c2-3 c2-1t c2-1u c2-1v c2-1w\"\u003eSnow Peak Bamboo Spatula\u003c\/a\u003e, which is constructed entirely of bamboo and has no rake angle on its blade. Also available is the GSI Outdoors RAKAU Spatula, which has a square blade and is made from beechwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnow Peak Part Number -  CS-216\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  4960589014859\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42091500077098,"sku":"CS-216","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200_b3560c9e-5b84-43c0-adac-3f11c0d092b3.webp?v=1727299322"},{"product_id":"snow-peak-nylon-ladle-cs-214","title":"Snow Peak Nylon Ladle (CS-214)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003eSnow Peak\u003c\/span\u003e Nylon Ladle is equally suitable for any kitchen, whether field or home. The large bowl is black nylon and large enough to dispense hearty stews and chilis. The handle is stainless steel with two bamboo flats riveted on top and bottom to give the shaft a shape that is comfortable and alluring to the hand. In addition to being environmentally friendly, bamboo is considerably stronger than traditional table woods like maple (bamboo is technically grass rather than wood, but most people think of wood when they see bamboo). Bamboo is also warm to the touch and very beautiful. The tail end of the stainless shaft is hooked to enable hanging the ladle during field use where cooking and tabletop space are limited. 12\" length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nylon Ladle is part of Snow Peak's line of field kitchen utensils with hooked handles to permit hanging to minimize use of tabletop space and permit hang drying. This family of utensils includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003eSnow Peak Bamboo Spatula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow Peak Nylon Ladle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003eSnow Peak Nylon Spatula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow Peak Serving Fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003eSnow Peak Serving Spoon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe construction and styling of the Nylon Ladle are identical to that of the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6z c2-15 c2-12 c2-70 c2-73\"\u003eSnow Peak Nylon Spatula\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnow Peak Part Number -  CS-214\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  4960589014835\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42091500732458,"sku":"CS-214","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/Snow_Peak_Nylon_Ladle_CS-214.jpg?v=1779405030"},{"product_id":"snow-peak-bamboo-spatula-cs-215","title":"Snow Peak Bamboo Spatula (CS-215)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Snow Peak Bamboo Spatula is a \"hard\" style of spatula made entirely of wood for people who prefer that style of spatula for their cooking and serving. In addition to being environmentally friendly, bamboo is considerably stronger than traditional table woods like maple (bamboo is technically grass rather than wood, but most people think of wood when they see bamboo). Bamboo is also warm to the touch and very beautiful. Bamboo will never scratch your cookware and is friendly to all non-stick coatings and seasonings. The tail end of the handle is hooked to enable hanging the spatula during field use where cooking and tabletop space are limited. 13\" length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Bamboo Spatula is part of Snow Peak's line of field kitchen utensils with hooked handles to permit hanging to minimize use of tabletop space and permit hang drying. This family of utensils includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow Peak Bamboo Spatula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6x c2-15 c2-12 c2-6y c2-71\"\u003eSnow Peak Nylon Ladle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6x c2-15 c2-12 c2-6y c2-71\"\u003eSnow Peak Nylon Spatula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnow Peak Serving Fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-6x c2-15 c2-12 c2-6y c2-71\"\u003eSnow Peak Serving Spoon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer the \"raked\" style of spatula with the angled and flexible blade, look at the Snow Peak Nylon Spatula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother style of hard spatula but with a square blade is the GSI Outdoors RAKAU Spatula made from beechwood rather than bamboo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnow Peak Part Number -  CS-215\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  4960589014842\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42091504500778,"sku":"CS-215","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200_cd2dbaf0-f70b-47e9-ae3e-a3e1ab05b88c.webp?v=1775771605"},{"product_id":"hults-bruk-grinding-stone-840623","title":"Hults Bruk Grinding Stone (840623)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Hults Bruk Grinding Stone is a very portable, pocket-sized waterstone for sharpening your Hults Bruk Almike Hatchet and other cutlery in the field. It is small enough to have with you when using your tools so that you can resharpen them as they dull from use. And the Grinding Stone has a clever design with rustic presentation that is a delight to use, so you will be more likely to keep your cutlery in tip-top condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stone is 3\" in diameter and shaped like a waisted puck. The groove around the diameter adds grip and prevents your fingers from the axe's bit. The coarse side of the stone is 180-grit for reprofiling very dull or damaged edges and the fine side is 600-grit for honing to razor sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leather cover protects the stone against chipping at the edges and your other tools against abrasion from the stone. The cover snaps closed with a brass snap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintaining your Grinding Stone is very easy. Simply keep the stone wet during use to prevent clogging, and rinse with water and let dry after use. The leather cover may be kept moisturized with Obenauf's Heavy Duty LP or Obenauf's Leather Oil. If maintained in this manner, the Grinding Stone and its leather cover will last a lifetime of hard use and sharpen many, many blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your cutlery nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably. There is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-73 c2-15 c2-12 c2-74 c2-77\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-73 c2-15 c2-12 c2-74 c2-77\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-73 c2-15 c2-12 c2-74 c2-77\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-73 c2-15 c2-12 c2-74 c2-77\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-77 c2-w c2-x c2-78 c2-z c2-79 c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" rel=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-73 c2-15 c2-12 c2-74 c2-77\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHults Bruk Part Number -  840623\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  7391408406239\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42091552014378,"sku":"840623","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200_4ebcddbe-924f-44de-8d25-ed23d8654958.webp?v=1727301688"},{"product_id":"esee-knives-esee-5-with-dark-earth-blade-kydex-sheath-g10-coyote-black-3d-handles-5pde-005","title":"ESEE Knives ESEE-5 with Dark Earth Blade, Kydex Sheath, G10 Coyote\/Black 3D Handles (5PDE-005)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7d c2-w c2-x c2-7e c2-z c2-7f c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/categories\/esee-knives\" rel=\"\"\u003eESEE Knives\u003c\/a\u003e ESEE-5 was designed by military SERE instructors as a hard-use downed pilot’s survival knife that is strong enough that it really cannot be broken even when used for typical knife-no-no's like prying and hammering. The combination of a relatively short 5.25\" blade length, saber grind, 0.25\" steel thickness, and full-tang construction combine to make the ESEE-5 virtually unbreakable by human hands. For many years, the ESEE-5 has been one of the most popular of ESEE blades for bushcraft and survival, and thus there exist many variations. This ESEE-5 has a dark earth powdercoated blade, 3D G10 handles with alternating black\/tan layers, and a black kydex sheath with clip plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoverall length 11.0\" \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eweight without sheath 17 oz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1095 carbon steel blade material, 55-57 Rc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.25\" overall blade length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethumb jimping on spine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90-degree spine for striking ferro rods like the \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-79 c2-15 c2-12 c2-7a c2-7d\"\u003eESEE Knives RAT Match\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.56\" blade width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.25\" maximum blade thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblade is DARK EARTH powdercoated for corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esaber grind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efull-tang construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eglass-breaker pommel with lanyard loop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3D G10 micarta handles with alternating coyote\/black layers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehandle length 5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emaximum handle thickness 1.02\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emicarta handles are removable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eambidextrous kydex sheath with detachable clip plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eweight with sheath 22 oz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA by ESEE Knives \/ Rowen Manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e unconditional lifetime warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ESEE-5 is also available in Black and OD Green colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll ESEE knives are made with absolute attention to detail using the finest raw materials and care during the manufacturing process, and ESEE stands behind its knives with a 100% unconditional lifetime guarantee. If your ESEE knife should ever break (even because of typical knife-no-nos like throwing or prying), ESEE will repair or replace it. This warranty follows the knife throughout its life, anywhere in the world. No sales receipt or warranty registration required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-79 c2-15 c2-12 c2-7a c2-7d\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-79 c2-15 c2-12 c2-7a c2-7d\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-79 c2-15 c2-12 c2-7a c2-7d\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-79 c2-15 c2-12 c2-7a c2-7d\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-79 c2-15 c2-12 c2-7a c2-7d\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7d c2-w c2-x c2-7e c2-z c2-7f c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" rel=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-79 c2-15 c2-12 c2-7a c2-7d\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eESEE Knives Part Number -  5PDE-005\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  811328025510\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42091597070378,"sku":"5PDE-005","price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200_c071c878-cadf-4231-8fe6-b1d4ccdf7ba7.webp?v=1727303751"},{"product_id":"opinel-planche-la-grande-cutting-board-002372","title":"Opinel Planche La Grande Cutting Board (002372)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7f c2-w c2-x c2-7g c2-z c2-7h c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/categories\/opinel\" rel=\"\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/a\u003e Planche La Grande Cutting Board is different from other boards you may have used because it sits raised on your counter. Planche La Grande measures 18\" x 10\" x 1\" and weighs four pounds, but the perimeter is very thin because of the beveled edge on the underside and thus Planche La Grande is delightfully easily to handle and lift from your tabletop. After getting used to the beveled edge and the finger clearance between the cutting board and your counter, other cutting boards will feel much less receptive to your fingers and clumsy to handle. Planche La Grand is heavy enough not slide around like thin cutting boards yet is still easy to handle. Its size is about as large as it can be and still be easily washed in most sinks. This will become your go-to cutting board, and you will probably want to carve on it and even serve on it as well because of the beautiful presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanche La Grande was designed in collaboration with the Swiss design firm Big Game, and is manufactured in Italy rather than France. Construction is of laminated beechwood. There is a juice gutter around the perimeter, and a deep depression welcomes your thumb when handling Planche La Grande.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanche La Grande comes unfinished in plain beech. You may continue to use it in its unfinished state or oil it with Opinel Maintenance Oil. Maintenance Oil is a plant-based, food-safe oil that is ideal for maintaining the full range of Opinel knives and cutting boards with a single product.  Simply apply a few drops Maintenance Oil to a cloth and rub into the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanche La Grande is large and heavy enough that you will likely not use it in your field kitchen unless you are cooking for a large party. Many car campers, expeditioners, and overlanders prefer to use a smaller cutting board like the Snow Peak Cutting Board Set L, which folds on its itself and its santoku knife for storage and transport, and then during use will unfold and integrate with the popular Snow Peak Iron Grill Table System. For those like bikepackers who want something smaller, there are ever-smaller cutting boards such as the GSI Outdoors RAKAU Cutting Board Small and the Opinel Nomad Cooking Kit With Bottle Opener Knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  002372\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  3123840023729\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42091609391146,"sku":"002372","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/Opinel_Planche_La_Grande_Cutting_Board_002372_Sourdough_Break_Serrated_Knife_Charcuterie.webp?v=1776821731"},{"product_id":"opinel-8-slot-synthetic-leather-chef-knife-carrier-002367","title":"Opinel 8-Slot Synthetic Leather Chef Knife Carrier (002367)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Opinel 8-Slot Synthetic Leather Chef Knife Carrier is a soft knife roll designed for transporting your kitchen knives and other implements. With nothing inside of it and rolled up, the knife roll measures approximately 15\" x 3\" x 3\". When rolled open, the knife roll measures approximately 23\" x 15\". The knife roll will accommodate eight different knives up to about 14\" in length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a beautiful knife roll worthy of your finest and favorite knives. As happens so often with the Kermit Chair, you will notice other people sneaking glances at your knife roll whenever they see it. The color is a dark brown and the material is a synthetic leather that is indistinguishable from genuine leather. The two ties wrap around the roll and then loop around the two buttons to keep the knife roll tight in a unique and beautiful way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  002367\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  3123840023675\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42091634393130,"sku":"002367","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200_3f282c90-616c-49d6-8923-65d9d02dc4ee.webp?v=1727304976"},{"product_id":"opinel-no-12-carbone-steel-folding-knife-001256","title":"Opinel No.12 Carbone Steel Folding Knife (001256)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7a c2-15 c2-12 c2-7b c2-7e\"\u003eOpinel\u003c\/span\u003e No.12 Carbone Steel Folding Knife has been a favorite camp knife for more than 130 years, and it remains a favorite today among bushcrafters and survivalists because:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eit is a very large and capable knife for field tasks at 11\" long unfolded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etransport of such a large knife is easy because it folds to only 6.3\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eweight is minimal at less than four ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eno sheath is required for the knife to be carried safely, which lightens the overall load even further\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe beech handle does not transmit heat or cold to the hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe blade has a sharpened, 90-degree spine for striking ferro rods like the ESEE Knives RAT Match\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe No.12 is largest knife that will still fit into the popular ESEE Knives Aluminum Survival Tin (it just barely fits diagonally)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewood and carbon steel are easy to stain and modify to personalize the knife to one's tastes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe knife is inexpensive enough that the owner can acquire several and stash them among different packs and kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is made of \u003cstrong class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7a c2-15 c2-5t c2-7b\"\u003eXC90 carbon steel\u003c\/strong\u003e and is 12cm long. The blade shape is the classic Yatagan Style that was inspired by a Turkish saber. The grind is an almost imperceptibly convex grind that cuts like a full-flat grind but reflects light in a more beautiful way. Carbon steel will corrode if not properly maintained. However, the maintenance is easy and many users actually prefer the patina, staining, and character that carbon blades will acquire over years of use. Some like this look so much that they even force a patina onto a new carbon blade with mild acids like vinegar or mustard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carbon blade locks in both the open and closed positions via the iconic Virobloc locking system designed by Marcel Opinel in 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is varnished beechwood. The beechwood is stained very slightly and there is a Carbone marking on the side to differentiate this folder from the stainless version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions are 16cm folded and 28cm deployed. While this knife weighs less than four ounces, the blade is nearly 5\" long and the knife is 11\" long when deployed. This is a very large folder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a stainless version of the No.12 Carbone for use on food, take a look at the Opinel No.12 Serrated Folding Knife, which has a 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel blade with serrated edge. Also available is , which has a 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel blade with serrated edge. Also available is the feature-rich Opinel No.12 Explore Outdoor Folding Knife, which is an updated No.12 with polymer handle, signal whistle, cutting hook, lanyard loop, and integral ferro rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your Carbone in top working condition with \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7a c2-15 c2-12 c2-7b c2-7e\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e. Maintenance Oil will protect the carbon blade against corrosion and keep the Virobloc turning smoothly. Maintenance Oil will also penetrate the wood handle and prevent it from cracking when dry and rotting when wet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7a c2-15 c2-12 c2-7b c2-7e\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7a c2-15 c2-12 c2-7b c2-7e\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7a c2-15 c2-12 c2-7b c2-7e\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7a c2-15 c2-12 c2-7b c2-7e\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7a c2-15 c2-12 c2-7b c2-7e\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-t c2-u c2-7e c2-w c2-x c2-7f c2-z c2-7g c2-3 c2-11 c2-12 c2-13 c2-14\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" rel=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-t c2-u c2-3 c2-7a c2-15 c2-12 c2-7b c2-7e\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  001256\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  3123840012563\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42091644846122,"sku":"001256","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200_0d6274d1-2429-44c9-aff0-41364871063b.webp?v=1727305359"},{"product_id":"opinel-le-petit-chef-knife-finger-guard-set-001744","title":"Opinel Le Petit Chef Knife \u0026 Finger Guard Set (001744)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Opinel Le Petit Chef Knife \u0026amp; Finger Guard Set introduces your children to food prep and cooking. The home kitchen can be a dangerous place, and many parents do not let their kids in the kitchen during food prep to prevent injury. However, the better approach is probably to introduce kids to the dangers in a controlled way and let them learn the skills required to use dangerous things safely and confidently. In the kitchen, your children will learn much more than mere safety. They will learn dexterity, artistry, creativity, hard work, and self-reliance and they will live much richer lives than the children of the DoorDash crowd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe Petit Chef is not one of those foolproof devices that are so safe that they cannot be used for their intended task. The knife in this set is a legit knife that is sharp and cuts. However, the knife is designed in such a way as to mitigate the risks as much as possible while still letting the knife cut like a knife. The edge is sharp because using a dull knife is actually more dangerous than using a sharp knife. The tip is rounded to prevent accidental pokes while your kids are still learning blade safety. There is a ring between the handle and blade for your child's forefinger to prevent him from losing grip during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the knife is sharp and will cut your children's fingers if misused, there is a red plastic finger guard between your children's fingers and the food being cut. Holding the food being cut is probably the most dangerous part of food prep. To minimize the risks, your child uses the finger guard with one hand to hold the food down against the cutting board while cutting with the other hand. Later on, when he learns to curl his fingertips under to prevent them from being cut, he can eliminate the finger guard and use the knife only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe Petit Chef Knife has a 10cm stainless steel blade and varnished beechwood handle. The knife is 21cm long and sized for a child's hand. The handle is rectangular in cross section rather than oval so that your children learn to index the blade direction and edge more quickly than they might with a rounded handle. The blade edge sits much lower than the handle to keep your child's fingers off the cutting board and food during use, something that is lacking when children use small adult knives like paring knives rather than a proper knife sized for them. The styling is designed to appeal to a child's eyes and perspective. The design is excellent and has been voted best young kid's chef knife by America's Test Kitchen repeatedly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA natural partner for the Le Petit Chef Knife \u0026amp; Finger Guard Set is the Opinel Le Petit Chef Apron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn excellent choice of cutting board for the Le Petit Chef is the GSI Outdoors RAKAU Cutting Board Small, which is made of bamboo and measures about 10.5\" x 6.5\". The RAKAU is large enough to use, but small enough that it can store inside a drawer together with your children's knife, finger guard, and apron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your Le Petit Chef Knife in top working condition with \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7f c2-k c2-1u c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eOpinel Maintenance Oil\u003c\/span\u003e. Maintenance Oil will protect the steel against corrosion and penetrate the beechwood handles and prevent them from cracking when dry and rotting when wet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep all of your \u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7f c2-k c2-1u c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003ecutlery\u003c\/span\u003e (even children's knives) nice and sharp. Not only will your blades be more effective when they are sharp, they will actually be safer to use because they will cut with less pressure than a dull blade and behave much more predictably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single or \"best\" way to sharpen cutlery, because we all have our different preferences and skill levels. Different sharpening methods will also suit different blade shapes and sizes, and you probably would not use the same sharpening tool on a pocketknife and sword. To make the matter even less universal, some prefer to sharpen at home while others sharpen in the field, so the \"best\" sharpening tools will necessarily differ. Excellent ways to sharpen include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7f c2-k c2-1u c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eEdge Pro Sharpening System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7f c2-k c2-1u c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eHults Bruk Grinding Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7f c2-k c2-1u c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eOpinel Manual Knife Sharpener\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7f c2-k c2-1u c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003eOpinel Small Natural Sharpening Whetstone from Lombardia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/shop-all-products\/ols\/products\/straight-grain-supply-80-220-dual-grit-sharpening-stone-97928\" class=\"x-el x-el-a c2-1q c2-1r c2-7j c2-b c2-c c2-7k c2-e c2-7l c2-3 c2-1t c2-1u c2-1v c2-1w\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x-el x-el-span c2-1q c2-1r c2-3 c2-7f c2-k c2-1u c2-7g c2-7j\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpinel Part Number -  001744\u003cbr\u003eUniversal Product Code -  3123840017445\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expedition Exchange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42091674599466,"sku":"001744","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/5353\/0154\/files\/rs_w_1200_h_1200_e91779a0-3915-4d07-8a7d-c45211a0d3f8.webp?v=1727306132"}],"url":"https:\/\/expeditionexchange.com\/collections\/cutlery.oembed","provider":"Expedition Exchange Incorporated","version":"1.0","type":"link"}