The Opinel No.08 The Swordfisherman Limited Edition Folding Knife brings together traditional French craftsmanship and the unmistakable artwork of San Francisco-based illustrator Jeremy Fish. Part of Opinel’s artist series, which has featured unique designs since 2019, this 2026 limited edition transforms the classic No.08 into a striking tribute to the swordfish and the generations of craftsmanship that inspired Fish himself.
Fish’s distinctive style draws from popular culture, folklore, and comic books, with strong ties to the skateboarding world. For The Swordfisherman, he created a swordfish that stretches across the knife from the handle to the blade, giving the entire piece a cohesive, artistic character. The blade is engraved on both sides, allowing the artwork to continue across the stainless steel and creating a knife that stands out whether it’s open or closed.
At the heart of the No.08 is a 3.25-inch stainless steel blade designed for dependable everyday cutting tasks. Its traditional Opinel profile delivers a practical cutting edge while maintaining the classic character that has made the No.08 a recognizable French pocket knife. The 7.5-inch overall length provides a comfortable size for pocket carry, camp chores, food preparation, and everyday utility.
The handle is crafted from PEFC-certified hornbeam sourced from eco-managed farms in the Jura and Vercors regions of France. This light-colored wood has subtle grain and few veins, making it an ideal canvas for Fish’s full-surface sublimation print. The handle is varnished to help protect the wood from moisture and dirt while preserving the vivid artwork.
Like the classic No.08, this limited edition carries the heritage of Opinel’s French manufacturing tradition. Each knife is made in France and comes presented in a dedicated box with a specific instruction leaflet, making it particularly appealing to collectors and Opinel enthusiasts.
Only 7,000 pieces of The Swordfisherman by Jeremy Fish were produced, giving this No.08 a limited-edition character that goes beyond its everyday usefulness. Whether it’s carried in the field, displayed in a collection, or given as a gift, it combines practical French pocket-knife design with artwork that tells a personal story about family, craftsmanship, and the lasting influence of generations.
Reel in this limited-edition Opinel and make this swordfish the catch of your collection, available at SMKW.
