Otto´s Betty in the game

Replied by Nikita on topic Otto´s Betty in the game

Yep Damni, this is right. Opinel has presently 2 manufacturings, one using stainless steel and one using carbon steel.

Of course, carbon steel is exposed to rust but the advantage is that it sharpens more easily and, if you compare 2 well sharpen blades, one in carbon steel and the other in stainless steel, often the carbon steel blade cut better...


EDIT : Here's a trick: You can put a drop of olive oil in the blade locating from time to time. That prevent rust and also feed the wooden handle...

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Replied by Damni on topic Otto´s Betty in the game

Here's the one I take with me when I go hiking (its main use is pretty much slicing fruit )

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Replied by Nikita on topic Otto´s Betty in the game

Peaceful job...

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Replied by Nikita on topic Otto´s Betty in the game

Here's the one that my friend Sebastian gave to me, when he was back from Tchad with his regiment...

It's hand made by a guy in Tchad, using recycled materials... Don't know if there's blood on the blade...

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Replied by Nikita on topic Otto´s Betty in the game

Yep, i agree with you, Damni...

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