Opinel
No. 10 Corkscrew Bottle Opener Knife
The Opinel No. 10 Corkscrew Bottle Opener Knife is a French folding pocket knife featuring a 10 cm Sandvik stainless steel blade, a beech wood handle, and an integrated corkscrew and bottle opener. It is designed for picnics, outdoor use, and everyday carry, with a Virobloc safety ring that locks the blade in both open and closed positions. User feedback notes that the wooden handle may swell in humid conditions, and the corkscrew works well but can struggle with certain corks.
- Color
- Beech wood and stainless steel
- Material
- Beech wood handle, stainless steel corkscrew and blade
- Style
- heritage, classic
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Tools & Utensils > Kitchen Knives
Color
Size
Specifications
A compact Opinel corkscrew bottle opener knife with a 10 cm stainless steel blade and beech wood handle, featuring a Virobloc safety ring for secure locking.
Features a patent beech wood handle, professional five-turn tempered stainless steel corkscrew, Sandvik 10 cm stainless steel blade, and Virobloc safety ring that locks the blade in both open and closed positions.
- Color
- Beech wood and stainless steel · brown
- Material
- Beech wood handle, stainless steel corkscrew and blade
- Secondary
- stainless-steel
- Style
- heritage, classic
- Occasion
- gift
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Tools & Utensils > Kitchen Knives
Additional Attributes
- beech wood handle
- tempered stainless steel corkscrew
- Sandvik stainless steel blade
- Virobloc safety ring
- five-turn corkscrew
- 10 cm blade
- professional quality
- French design
- compact
Product Insights
Opinel's No. 10 Corkscrew Bottle Opener Knife combines a professional five-turn tempered stainless steel corkscrew rivaling Laguiole at a fraction of the cost with a lockable Sandvik 12C27M steel blade and a self-standing beech wood handle designed for the Nomad Cooking Kit; while its beech handle swells in humidity, requiring periodic oiling or waxing to prevent binding, the knife resists chipping, is easy to sharpen, and provides a safe cutting and wine-opening tool for picnic and outdoor use.
Verified claims
- Heritage
- Stainless steel (Sandvik 12C27M) and beech wood; Virobloc lock patented 1955.
- Corkscrew
- Professional five-turn tempered stainless steel corkscrew rivals Laguiole at a fraction of the cost.
- Practical design
- Plain straight edge for clean cuts; the handle stands unsupported at the table.
- Swelling prevention
- Applying Danish oil or beeswax prevents handle swelling in humidity.
- Virobloc adjustment
- Swelling-related Virobloc binding is fixable with circlip pliers.
- Handle trade-off
- Buyers report handle swelling in humidity, but find it manageable with treatment.
- Injury hazard
- Users report serious hand lacerations from opener's jagged cap edges.
- Safe technique
- Lock the Virobloc ring, keep blade edge away, pry under cap.
- Cork compatibility
- Works well on natural cork; synthetic corks require careful steady pressure.
- Use cases
- Buyers report using the corkscrew mainly for camping; most prefer dedicated tools for everyday wine.
- Durability
- High humidity can swell the handle; acidic residues may corrode the steel, requiring care.
- Value
- Matches high-end Laguiole design at a lower price, but some find it mediocre with tough corks.
- Safety
- Virobloc ring locks the blade open for safe cutting and corkscrew use.
- Handle care
- Beech handle swells in humidity, requiring periodic oiling to prevent blade binding.
- Compactness
- Closed length is 13 cm (5.1 in), longer than typical compact knives.
- Intended use
- Designed for the Nomad Cooking Kit, for picnic cheese and charcuterie rather than EDC.
- System
- Part of the Nomad Cooking Kit: a five-piece set that folds into a compact 5x8x3 pack.
- Construction
- Shares Sandvik 12C27M steel blades and beech wood handles with the kit, with a Virobloc lock and self-standing handle.
- Corrosion resistance
- Resists acidic food tarnish; prolonged contact may still tarnish.
- Edge retention
- Blade resists chipping on hard surfaces and retains a functional edge.
- Sharpening
- Blade is easy to sharpen despite its increased hardness.
- Pocketability
- Larger than typical EDC knives, but light enough for comfortable daily carry.
- Handle comfort
- Corkscrew integration doesn't cause discomfort; lock ring tension can vary.
- Moisture sensitivity
- Humidity swells the beech handle, stiffening the lock; treat with oil or wax.
- Picnic design
- Designed to stand unsupported; part of the Nomad Cooking Kit.
- Food prep
- Daily kitchen use confirmed; lockable blade resists chipping and rust.
- Outdoor
- Outdoor users value the self-standing handle and corkscrew; beech wood swells in humidity.
- Professional
- Sommeliers use daily; synthetic corks need a steady pull.
- Gift set
- It comes in a gift set with a case made from recycled bottles.
- Gift packaging
- Includes an R-PET case made from recycled crushed bottles.
- Self-standing handle
- Folded beechwood handle stands upright on its own, preventing rolling.
- Cutting performance
- Plain edge cuts cheese and charcuterie without tearing.
Product record
- Title
- No. 10 Corkscrew Bottle Opener Knife
- Brand
- Opinel
- Price
- 69 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A folding knife with a light natural wood handle, an open stainless blade to the right, an integrated metal corkscrew recessed into the handle front, a metal top collar stamped with text, and a hex-style metal loop at the handle base.
- Handle bodySingle-piece light natural wood handle with visible vertical grain and a carved central recess that houses the corkscrew; the handle tapers slightly toward the top and flares gently at the base.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.12 · w 0.34 · h 0.78 (high) - CorkscrewHelical metal corkscrew seated in a carved vertical channel along the handle front; the spiral is shiny metal and fully visible along most of its length.
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x 0.43 · y 0.18 · w 0.14 · h 0.64 (high) - BladeSingle stainless blade folded open to the right of the handle; blade surface shows fine horizontal brush texture and tapers to a rounded point near the lower-right quadrant.
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x 0.60 · y 0.18 · w 0.32 · h 0.66 (high) - Top metal collarPolished stainless metal collar at the handle top with a stepped profile; collar area includes stamped text that is legible.
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x 0.38 · y 0.02 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high) - Stamped text on collar“MADE IN FRANCE”
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x 0.40 · y 0.04 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high) - Round rivet diskSmall circular disk inset near the top front of the handle, colored dark red or burgundy, with a vertical metal slot or pivot in its center.
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x 0.48 · y 0.16 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Base metal loopBent metal wire loop with an angled hex-like outline attached at the handle base, appearing as a shiny stainless element for hanging or leverage.
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x 0.36 · y 0.85 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Wood end grainVisible end grain pattern on the very bottom face of the handle where the wood shows circular rings and a slightly darker tone.
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x 0.36 · y 0.79 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a plain white background, centered vertical composition, even soft lighting with minimal shadowing.
- Background and compositionProduct centered on a clean white background with generous surrounding whitespace and no visible props.
- Lighting and shadowEven soft frontal lighting with faint shadowing around the product edges and a subtle shadow beneath the base loop.
- Image cropComplete product is visible and fully within frame with slight extra space above the top collar and below the base loop.
Colors
light natural wood· handle#DCB58Astainless silver· blade and metal collar and corkscrew#C4C4C4burgundy· rivet disk- Handle bodySingle-piece light natural wood handle with visible vertical grain and a carved central recess that houses the corkscrew; the handle tapers slightly toward the top and flares gently at the base.
- 02
Product
Folding pocket knife shown open with a single straight-edged stainless blade, a pale natural wood handle with printed vertical branding, a polished metal rotating collar, an exposed metal corkscrew on the side, and a small metal lanyard loop at the handle base.
- Blade shape and finishSingle straight-edged clip-point blade with a full-length flat surface and a satin polished stainless finish; blade has a nail nick cutout near the spine for opening.
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.02 · w 0.62 · h 0.46 (high) - Blade text and logo“OPINEL INOX and a small emblem printed on the blade near the tang.”
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x 0.45 · y 0.25 · w 0.13 · h 0.18 (high) - Rotating metal collarPolished cylindrical metal collar at blade tang with two shallow circumferential ridges and stamped marking including the number 10.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.42 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high) - Collar text“MADE FRANCE printed on the metal collar area.”Partial
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.44 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (medium) - Handle material and shapeStraight, slightly tapered pale natural wood handle with a smooth finish, rounded edges, and a gently flared end.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.52 · w 0.23 · h 0.42 (high) - Handle branding text“OPINEL SAVOIE FRANCE printed vertically along the upper half of the wooden handle.”
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.60 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - CorkscrewRight-side mounted corkscrew helix in polished metal, deployed and protruding perpendicular to the handle.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Lanyard loopSmall hexagonal metal lanyard loop attached to the base of the wooden handle.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.90 · w 0.17 · h 0.07 (high)
Other
Product photographed upright on a plain white background, centered vertically; soft even lighting with minimal shadow, image cropped close to the product top and bottom.
- Background and compositionSingle product centered on a uniform white background with the knife shown open and vertical in frame.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting producing soft highlights on polished metal surfaces and minimal visible cast shadow.
- Image cropTop of blade and bottom of handle are fully visible but closely framed with small white margins at image edges.
Colors
polished stainless silver· blade#C2BDB9polished chrome· metal collar#C6C4C2light natural wood· handle#DCBA8Bpolished stainless silver· corkscrew- Blade shape and finishSingle straight-edged clip-point blade with a full-length flat surface and a satin polished stainless finish; blade has a nail nick cutout near the spine for opening.
- 03
Product
Close-up of the right end of a folding knife showing a light natural wood handle with a chamfered end, a thin folded stainless blade edge visible along the bottom, and a metal loop attached at the handle tip.
- Handle shapeTapered rectangular wooden handle with rounded long edges and a chamfered/angled end at the rightmost tip.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.44 · w 0.86 · h 0.30 (high) - Handle material and grainLight natural wood with visible straight grain streaks and a smooth, matte finish.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.60 · h 0.22 (high) - Folded blade edgeThin folded metal blade or metal liner visible as a narrow strip running along the underside of the handle.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.64 · w 0.72 · h 0.06 (high) - Metal loop attachmentAngular metal loop fixed to the handle tip; loop has flattened octagonal appearance and sits slightly offset from the wooden end.
1 region
x 0.90 · y 0.48 · w 0.08 · h 0.30 (high) - Printed text on handle“Partial black printed text visible: 'PINEL' on the upper left of the visible handle area and 'IE FRANCE' on a lower line; portions of the text are cropped at the image left edge.”Partial
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.46 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a plain white background, cropped to show the handle end; even lighting with soft shadowing under the product.
- Shot compositionHorizontal close-up crop focused on the handle's right end; product is centered vertically and extends from near the left edge toward the right edge.
- BackgroundUniform plain white background with no visible props.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with a faint soft shadow beneath the product and minimal specular highlights on the metal loop.
Colors
light beech wood· handle#DCB483stainless steel· metal loopbrushed steel· folded blade edge- Handle shapeTapered rectangular wooden handle with rounded long edges and a chamfered/angled end at the rightmost tip.
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
4 threads · r/Opinel, r/EDCReddit's take on the Opinel No.10 Corkscrew Bottle Opener Knife is mixed: it's a novel picnic tool with a devoted following, but its size, average corkscrew, and handle woes keep it from universal acclaim.
Overall sentiment is slightly positive due to charm and dedicated fanbase, but significant criticisms around practicality and design flaws balance it.
Themes
Use Cases
- Kitchen EDC (with corkscrew unused)
- Camping / outdoor wine opening
- Wine industry daily tasks
- Picnic basket accessory
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Victorinox Waiter
The Waiter is more compact and humidity-resistant, while the Opinel offers a locking blade and classic look but suffers from handle swelling.
Source Threads
Top commenter finds the No.10 corkscrew worth it for the novelty
I have it. I wanted it because “just in case”. It doesn’t make it uncomfortable at all. I use mine every single day in the kitchen (because I can) and I don’t notice the corkscrew. I’ve never used it because I use a Victorinox instead. Having it was worth it to me, just for something different.
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Commenter sees corkscrew as useful but bottle opener as unnecessary
Imo it seems kinda silly to put a bottle opener on a knife, the cork screw though I could see getting some use on camping trips with the ole lady. Closed blade spine under a cap, leverage against the knuckles of the off hand and you’re good to go.
u/hromanoj10View thread →
Criticism of Opinel handle swelling in humidity
I'm not overly fond of the Opinels. While there's a lot that I like about the Opinel knives, the wooden handles tend to swell up in the humidity and can be problematic to work with.
u/Woogity-BoogityView thread →
Warning about injury from the bottle opener
The caution you use in opening that is that of a man that has had the displeasure of gashing open their hand on a jagged half-opened cap. Stay strong, brother.
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