Head to Head
Victorinox Fibrox 8-Inch Chef Knife vs Opinel No. 8 Stainless Folding Knife
Full-size Swiss chef's knife vs French folding pocket knife. The two knives every van kitchen should seriously consider.

— VerdictOur Pick
We recommend the Victorinox Fibrox 8-Inch Chef Knife
“Different tools. The Victorinox Fibrox is a full-size chef's knife — the correct primary galley knife for any van kitchen that does real cooking. The Opinel No. 8 is a pocket-size folding knife — the correct backup and trailhead companion. Most van dwellers should own both for $66 total. If you can only own one, buy the Fibrox; it handles 90% of tasks the Opinel handles plus 100% of the tasks the Opinel cannot.”
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Specifications
| Victorinox Fibrox 8-Inch Chef Knife | Opinel No. 8 Stainless Folding Knife | |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial Score | 9.5/10 | 9/10 |
| User Rating | 4.8 (18000 reviews) | 4.8 (7400 reviews) |
| Price | $44.99 | $22.00 |
| Blade Length | 8 in | 3.3 in |
| Total Length | 13 in | — |
| Weight | 6.5 oz | 1.6 oz |
| Material | Forged high-carbon stainless steel | Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel |
| Handle | Textured Fibrox polymer | Beechwood |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Limited lifetime |
| Total Length (open) | — | 7.5 in |
Victorinox Fibrox 8-Inch Chef Knife
Strengths
- Pro-grade Swiss-made high-carbon stainless
- Textured Fibrox handle grips wet hands
- Holds an edge for 3-6 months
- Lifetime warranty
Trade-offs
- Plastic handle isn't beautiful
- Needs a sharpening rod every few weeks
Opinel No. 8 Stainless Folding Knife
Strengths
- 130-year-old French design
- Virobloc locking ring
- 3.3-inch stainless blade
- Beechwood handle ages beautifully
Trade-offs
- Wood handle swells if soaked
- Manual lock requires both hands
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