What is the difference between the #6, #7, #8, and etc.? Is is matereals? Blade size? Or something else?
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It relates to the size of the knife, I have a #8 and it is a GREAT knife! Go with carbon steel as it will take and hold an edge much better than stainless.These knives are based on what was called penny knives and were a trade knife in the 1800's. Probably the first lock blade pocket knife made.
59922
The different numbers relate to the size of the knife. You can get them in carbon steel ( it will say carbone on the blade) or stainless steel ( the blade will be marked inox). Personally, I like the No. 8 size wise.
59923
The Opinel number refers to the overall length of the knife. The #7. for example is just under 4 inches closed, and has a blade that is roughly 3 1/8 inches long when open. The #6. is a little shorter, the #8 is a little larger. A Google search for Opinel size chart will produce all the information you want. Note that the size number refers only to the size of the knife, for example a #7. is available in either carbon or stainless steel, and the handle may be one of several different different woods. The number refers only to the size of the knife, the other information should be in the description of the knife. The Opinel number refers to the overall length of the knife. The #7. for example is just under 4 inches closed, and has a blade that is roughly 3 1/8 inches long when open. The #6. is a little shorter, the #8 is a little larger. A Google search for Opinel size chart will produce all the information you want. Note that the size number refers only to the size of the knife, for example a #7. is available in either carbon or stainless steel, and the handle may be one of several different different woods. The number refers only to the size of the knife, the other information should be in the... » Read More The Opinel number refers to the overall length of the knife. The #7. for example is just under 4 inches closed, and has a blade that is roughly 3 1/8 inches long when open. The #6. is a little shorter, the #8 is a little larger. A Google search for Opinel size chart will produce all the information you want. Note that the size number refers only to the size of the knife, for example a #7. is available in either carbon or stainless steel, and the handle may be one of several different different woods. The number refers only to the size of the knife, the other information should be in the description of the knife. « Show Less
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numbers are related to blade length in centimeters (give or take), this model is made with carbon steel blade (made in france by opinel) that is very easyly sharpened, stainless steel blades (made in sweden by sandvik) are also available, I've had both kinds and they have never dissapointed me...good luck!
1299507
We like the longer blade. Never tried the 8". We use this knife for EVERYTHING.
694908
Dave, I recommend you try a sampler pack to figure out which D.E. blades you like best. There is definitely a difference in sharpness, durability, etc.
935755
two different types of steel for the blades. the one you are looking at has aus 8a. the other one is san mai 3. the san mai 3 is supposedly a better steel. I have owned one of each. I loved the aus 8a, but wanted to try the san mai 3. That being said, I haven't had the san mai 3 long enough to tell you that it truly is better, but for the slight price difference I would recommend you go with the san mai 3. Did quite a bit of reading on it, and it appears to be the better blade. (I'm not sorry I upgraded so far)
923432
I actually own both of these and am happy with both. The 5 series has a smaller foil head, where the 7 has a very large foil. I think you could say the 7 does a better job of a very close shave, but its relatively marginal; both do a fine job overall.
1632704
I think the difference is that the shears are sold with (1120M) or without a magnetized sheath (1120X). The shears themselves are just shy of 9" when I measure them, but even with the sheath they are only a tiny bit longer. Maybe Kershaw makes a larger kind, but the 1120s all seem to be 8 7/8". And they're very nice. Highly recommended.
1043826
The blade is built with a 7/8" arbor as you point out; however, when I ordered my blade from AMZ it came with a metal ring insert that you can push into the 7/8" arbor hole to reduce it to a 5/8" arbor hole. Have used the insert ring repeatedly (don't misplace it!) and have not had any problems at all. Works great. Don't know for sure, but I bet that this blade always includes the 5/8" arbor insert ring. Go for it; you won't be disappointed by the performance of this blade.
1714102
10" is the blade only. The handle is another 5 1/2". I have both the 8" and 10". I prefer my 8". The 10" is too flexible for me. I bought the 8" over 5 years ago. I'm wondering if the company didn't downgrade the material on the 10". The quality of the 8" 'feels' better to me.
1098149
My "sharpened area" on the blade is just under 8 inches (7 and 3/4+) - I suspect, but am not sure, that this is where the "8" in SP8 comes from.
935754
They both have good steel. The first uses VG-1 steel which has a very hard core, the second uses AUS8A which is very slightly less hard. Pick the one in your price range, with the color you like. One caveat many black blades get marred with use and the inner steel shows through.
1662016
I bought this model and I use the #10 blade for face, the special "foot blade" for feet and #7 if I want to shave them down. If you don't want to shave them close with the #7, use the #10 with one of the guards over it. (I bought the set of attachable guards that allow the coat to be cut to different lengths.)
1696463
I have two different blades that I have used on my MM1800 Type !. Both blades have a center hole that measures 7/8ths of an inch. They both have a model number of 243550. The original one that came with Type 1 and measured just under 16 in. The replacement one (that I bought on Amazon) measures just over 17 in. I recently purchased a new MM1800, but this was a Type 2 model. It has the same longer (over 17 in.) blade as the replacement one I bought to replace a Type 1 machine. Go figure!
1647152
The blade is the 7" model. I believe if you order the model 1213 it comes with a Kydex and saves you a few bucks. It's a good deal.
424151
No, they're not. They're different standards. If you look at the Steel Types on BladeHQ.com (http://www.bladehq.com/cat--Steel-Types--332) it really explains the difference. I prefer the AUS-6 as it has a slightly higher carbon content so it holds an edge better. It really doesn't matter unless you're going to sharpen the blade. Trust me, unless you are holding back mongol hordes or orcs, you won't want to sharpen this sword.
1354140
Reviews say that the 3 blade is better, which is why I ordered it. Amz says they will replace the 2 blade they sent me & swap it out w/the 3 blade. I don't know much else, I suspect the more expensive 3 blade will be more powerful, I should know more soon.
627844
It's the standard 10 blade attached. It doesn't come with any additional blades. You have to order separately.
386890
The higher the number, the shorter the cut. A 7 leaves hair longer than a 10, but not as long as a 4. Most groomers use a 7 more than any other blade.