# Unique Wooden Pocket Knives Opinel's New Number Eight Knife Has a Modest Yet Unique Design By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-04-19 | Updated 2018-04-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/number-eight-knife References: [gearpatrol](https://gearpatrol.com/2018/04/19/opinel-no-8-workshop-edition/) & [opinel-usa](https://www.opinel-usa.com/limited-editions/n8-workshop-walnut-ebony) Outdoors company [Opinel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opinel-no08-arizona-ironwood-handle-knife) created the new Number Eight knife, a straightforward [pocket knife](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leatherman-blazer) with a durable and reliable steel blade. Inspired by Joseph Opinel's traditional design from 1890, the knife has a rotating lock and a stylish [wooden handle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ridgeback). Available in a variety of shades and types of wood, the handle was cut to fit perfectly in any hand, making it comfortable and easy to use. Using recycled wood shavings from the factory, the ebony and walnut shades offer a one-of-a-kind design on every single handle. With a light top, gold accent and dark shaded end, the new Number Eight Knife may look like a simple utility knife -- but in reality, it gives consumers a durable blade that rarely needs to be sharpened. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Unique Design:** The unique design of Opinel's new Number Eight knife presents an opportunity for product differentiation and attracting design-conscious consumers. - **Sustainable Materials:** The use of recycled wood shavings in the handle of the Number Eight knife taps into the trend of sustainability and eco-friendly products. - **Durable Blade:** The durable blade of Opinel's new knife, which rarely needs to be sharpened, satisfies the demand for long-lasting and reliable tools. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Equipment:** The outdoor equipment industry can benefit from incorporating unique design elements, sustainable materials, and durable blades in their product offerings. - **Home Goods:** The home goods industry can tap into consumer interest in sustainable and well-designed tools by offering similar products with unique and stylish designs. - **Eco-friendly Products:** The eco-friendly products industry can expand its product range by introducing durable and sustainably designed tools like Opinel's Number Eight knife. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Semi-Fossilized Wood Hand Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opinel-no08-arizona-ironwood-handle-knife.md) - [Limited-Edition French Knife Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opinel-no08-master-collector-box-set.md) - [Artistic Folding EDC Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escapade-folding-knives.md) - [Corkscrew-Integrated Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opinel-no10-corkscrew-knife.md) - [Outdoor Lifestyle Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opinel-no12-outdoor-explore-folding-knife.md) - [Elegant Everyday Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/damascus.md) - [EDC Bicycle Race Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opinel-2022-tour-de-france-no08-folding-knife.md) - [Art Deco-Inspired Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kershaw-noventa-knife.md) - [Posh Pocket-Friendly Steak Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-steak-knife.md)