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Opinel No.15 Effilé Filleting Folding Knife

The Opinel No.15 Effilé is a purpose-built folding filleting knife designed for anglers, campers and anyone who appreciates a fine, precise cutting tool.

Featuring a long, slender and flexible stainless steel blade, the No.15 Effilé excels at filleting fish, removing skin, trimming meat and making delicate slicing cuts where control and precision are essential. The slim profile allows the blade to glide effortlessly along bones and under skin while maintaining exceptional cutting accuracy.

Like all Opinel knives, the No.15 combines practicality with timeless French craftsmanship. The lightweight wooden handle sits comfortably in the hand, while the famous Virobloc® locking collar securely locks the blade in both the open and closed positions for safe use and transport.

Whether you're preparing your catch at the riverbank, slicing food around camp or simply appreciate a beautifully made folding knife, the No.15 Effilé is a practical tool you'll reach for time and time again.

Features

  • Long, flexible stainless steel filleting blade

  • Lightweight and comfortable slim handle

  • Virobloc® locking system locks blade open and closed

  • Ideal for filleting fish and fine slicing tasks

  • Compact folding design for easy transport

  • Designed and manufactured in France

  • Available in a range of timber handle options

Specifications

  • Blade Length: 14 cm

  • Cutting Edge: 14 cm

  • Overall Length: 32.4 cm

  • Closed Length: 17.8 cm

  • Blade Material: Stainless Steel

  • Blade Thickness: 2 mm

  • Made in France

Ideal For

  • Filleting fish

  • Skinning and trimming

  • Camp cooking

  • Food preparation

  • General outdoor use

Why We Like It

Most folding knives are designed as general-purpose cutters. The No.15 Effilé is different. Its long, flexible blade is specifically designed for filleting, making it far more capable around fish and food preparation than a typical pocket knife. Combined with Opinel's proven locking system and lightweight construction, it offers a practical alternative to carrying a full-sized fixed blade filleting knife.

Simple, elegant and highly effective, the No.15 Effilé remains one of the best folding filleting knives available today.

Care Instructions:

To keep the beechwood handle looking its best, avoid soaking the knife or putting it through the dishwasher. Wipe clean and dry after use. A light oiling of the wood from time to time will help protect it, especially in humid conditions. The stainless-steel blade is low maintenance but benefits from an occasional strop to keep it razor-sharp.