# Sustainable Wood Pocket Knives The Opinel No.08 Black Palm Wood Folding Knife is Limited-Edition By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-12-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opinel-no08-black-palm-wood References: [werd](https://www.werd.com/69382/opinels-limited-edition-no-08-black-palm-wood-folding-knife-is-a-stunner/) & [opinel-usa](https://www.opinel-usa.com/collections/new-arrivals-2022/products/no-08-black-palm-limited-edition)  The [Opinel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opinel-no08-arizona-ironwood-handle-knife) No.08 Black Palm Wood folding knife is a limited-edition [everyday carry (EDC) accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-ebony-collection) perfect for avid collectors alike to choose as the next addition to their collection. The knife puts the gorgeous Patawa wood handle in the spotlight, which has been sustainably sourced from the Guyanese Black Palm Tree. The handle thus features a dark wood appearance with streaks and speckles that call to mind the fur of a leopard or other wild cat. The Opinel No.08 Black Palm Wood folding knife is limited to just 500 examples and has a 3.28-inch blade crafted out of 12C27M stainless steel that has been given a matte anthracite finish. This enhances durability, while also giving it a subtly chic aesthetic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.1/10 - Popularity: 100% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 13% - 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) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Collectible Knives:** Sustainability-focused approach to creating limited-edition knives for collectors. - **Eco-friendly EDC Accessories:** Creating everyday carry accessories using sustainable and environmentally friendly materials. - **Luxury Sustainable Goods:** The integration of sustainability into luxury goods creating more sustainable options for premium products. ### Where This Applies - **Knife Collectibles:** Creating collectible knives using sustainable materials and eco-friendly endeavors. - **Outdoor Gear:** Incorporating sustainable materials and practices to produce outdoor gear such as knives with environmental concerns in mind. - **Luxury Goods:** Incorporating sustainable practices and sourcing materials for high-end goods creates more environmentally-friendly options for premium products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Semi-Fossilized Wood Hand Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opinel-no08-arizona-ironwood-handle-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) - [Celebratory Pocket Knife Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerber-savvy-back-on-black.md) - [Limited-Edition French Knife Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opinel-no08-master-collector-box-set.md) - [Sleek Limited Pocketknives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/special-companion.md) - [Posh Pocket-Friendly Steak Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-steak-knife.md) - [Minimalist Multipurpose Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victorinox-special-companion-damast-knife-2025.md) - [Tactical EDC Rustic Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mossy-oak-mini.md)