OPINEL No. 08 Garden Grafting Billhook - High Carbon Steel Blade, Beechwood Handle, Virobloc Lock

The Opinel No. 08 Garden Grafting Billhook is a specialized tool designed for precision grafting, pruning, and gardening tasks. Crafted in France with a high carbon steel blade and a classic beechwood handle, this knife offers exceptional sharpness and durability. The curved hawkbill blade shape allows for clean, precise cuts, making it ideal for grafting and shaping plants. The Virobloc safety ring locks the blade securely in both open and closed positions, ensuring safe use and storage.

Advantages

High carbon steel blade (XC90) provides excellent edge retention and easy resharpening. The beechwood handle offers a comfortable, ergonomic grip that conforms to the hand over time. The Virobloc locking mechanism is simple and reliable, allowing one-handed operation. Made in France with traditional craftsmanship, this tool is built to last.

Suitable for

• Grafting fruit trees and ornamental plants
• Pruning small branches and stems
• Gardening and landscaping tasks
• Hobbyists and professional gardeners

Key specifications

• Blade Material: High Carbon Steel (XC90)
• Handle Material: Beechwood
• Blade Length: 65 mm
• Overall Length (Open): 190 mm
• Overall Length (Closed): 110 mm
• Blade Type: Curved / Hawkbill
• Locking Mechanism: Virobloc Safety Ring
• Blade Hardness: 57-58 HRC
• Blade Thickness: 2 mm
• Handedness: Ambidextrous
• Origin: Made in France

Recommendations

To maintain the blade, oil it regularly to prevent rust. Use a sharpening stone to keep the edge sharp. Always lock the blade when not in use.