A fun learning tool

 Motor skills, tidiness and independence: the Le Petit Gourmet Panaché box set is sure to win over children and parents alike! Made in France, this set is sustainableand responsible: the handles are made from PEFC-certified beechwood, the elements are made from robust stainless steel, and the ingenious clips allowing the cutlery to be joined together are made from recycled plastic. The Panaché set is ideal for stimulating children's curiosity, while teaching them to position their hands correctly and eat properly. A complete personalisable product that is sure to be a big hit as a birth or birthday gift.

Technical specifications 

Martensitic stainless steel

Hardness 55-57 HRC.

Origin: Europe.

The blade offers high resistance to abrasion (wear), allowing it to withstand regular contact with hard materials such as ceramics before requiring resharpening. Stainless steel has the advantage of requiring no special maintenance under normal conditions of use, unlike carbon steel. However, it can reach its limits when exposed to prolonged contact with aggressive environments (acid, salt water, detergents, etc.).

Handle 

Beech is the most common wood used in Opinel handles. PEFC-certified, it comes from eco-managed farms in the Jura and Vercors regions. It is hard, resistant and easy to work. It is homogeneous in appearance, with a light color ranging from yellow to pink. It can be recognized by the presence of numerous small dark lines. The handle is varnished to protect it from moisture and dirt.

 Handle length 8.62 cm

Wood, simplicity, effectiveness: Opinel has tapped into its roots and expertise to create the Parallèle kitchen knife range. The beechwood handle, robust and soft in the palm of the hand, with simple and softened lines, ensures a comfortable grip and an inimitable touch. The blade profiles have been designed to optimize movement and ensure a perfect cut suitable for any type of food.

Materials:

Blade: Made from full-tang stainless steel, with a hardness of 55-57 HRC. The steel used provides high resistance to corrosion and excellent mechanical performance. The smooth blade has an excellent edge, easily re-sharpenable, maintaining its effectiveness even after use with hard materials like ceramics.

Handle: Beech is the most commonly used wood for Opinel handles. Sourced from French plantations, it is hard, durable, and easy to work with. With a homogeneous appearance, its light color ranges from yellow to pinkish. It is recognizable by the presence of numerous dark streaks. The handle is varnished to be effectively protected from dirt and moisture.

Technical Specifications:

Recommended use: For filleting fish and making fine cuts. With its 18cm blade, it will be useful every day. A perfect tool for filleting fish or making precise, evenly sized slices.

Blade length: 180mm.
Blade thickness: 2.5mm.
Maintenance: Hand washing is recommended to preserve the quality of the wood and blade. Stainless steel offers low maintenance, but it is preferable to avoid prolonged contact with aggressive environments (acids, saltwater, detergents).

Wood, simplicity, efficiency: Opinel has drawn on its roots and expertise to create the Parallèle range of kitchen knives. The beech handle, sturdy and soft in the palm of the hand, with simple and softened lines, guarantees a comfortable grip and an inimitable touch. The blade profiles have been designed to optimize the gesture and guarantee a perfect cut suitable for all foods.

Materials:

Blade: Made of full-tang stainless steel, with a hardness of 55-57 HRC. The steel used guarantees high resistance to corrosion and excellent mechanical performance. The smooth blade has an excellent cutting edge, easily resharpened, which maintains its effectiveness even after use with hard materials such as ceramic.

Handle: Beech is the most used wood for the manufacture of Opinel handles. Coming from French crops, it is hard, resistant and easy to work. With a homogeneous appearance, its light colour varies from yellow to pink. It is recognisable by the presence of numerous dark lines. The handle is varnished to be effectively protected from dirt and humidity.

Characteristics: The curved blade, 1.5 cm thick and equipped with a high-performance serration, allows you to easily start cutting. Bread Knife

Blade length: 210mm.
Blade thickness: 1.5mm.
Total length: 335mm.
Weight: 102g.

Maintenance: Hand washing is recommended to preserve the quality of the wood and the blade. Stainless steel offers low maintenance, but it is preferable to avoid prolonged contact with aggressive environments (acids, salt water, detergents).

Advantages:

Long-lasting cutting edge and easily resharpenable.
Ergonomic and resistant handle, for a comfortable grip.

The Les Forgés 1890 knives embody the excellence of the French cutlery tradition. As the name suggests, they are fully forged, standing out for their durability, impeccable balance, resistance, and superior cutting quality.

This specific bread knife has a serrated blade, ideal for easy cutting. It's perfect for slicing various types of bread and for cutting fruits with thick skins like melons and pineapples.

The X50CrMoV15 steel is a type of stainless steel known for its high corrosion resistance and ensuring a high-quality cut. The blade hardness is 56-57 HRC.

The full-tang blade extends through the entire handle, ensuring the knife's robustness and balance, thanks to the even distribution of the steel's weight.

The handle, made of beechwood, comes from sustainably managed forests and is not painted. It has been treated to be water-resistant. Its ergonomic design pays tribute to traditional pocket knives, ensuring a comfortable grip.

Use: Bread Knife

Blade Production: France
Handle: beechwood
Blade length: 210mm.
Blade thickness: 2mm.
Total length: 340mm.
Weight: 186g.