Opinel
Parallèle No. 123 Carpaccio Knife
This Opinel Parallèle No. 123 is a carpaccio knife engineered for slicing raw meat or fish, such as ham or salmon, into very thin, even pieces. It has a 30-cm stainless steel blade that is 1.5 mm thick, providing flexibility and corrosion resistance, and a varnished beech wood handle. The knife is part of the French Parallèle collection by Opinel, known for precision slicing.
- Color
- stainless steel and beech wood
- Material
- Stainless steel blade, varnished beech wood handle
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Tools & Utensils > Kitchen Knives
Specifications
A long, flexible stainless steel knife for slicing ham or salmon thinly.
Ultra-flexible thin blade for delicate slicing, high corrosion resistance.
- Color
- stainless steel and beech wood · gray
- Material
- Stainless steel blade, varnished beech wood handle
- Secondary
- wood
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Tools & Utensils > Kitchen Knives
Additional Attributes
- ultra-flexible blade
- 1.5 mm thick
- high corrosion resistance
- varnished beech wood handle
- 30 cm blade length
Product Insights
The Opinel Parallèle No. 123 Carpaccio Knife is a specialized slicer for boneless meats and fish, combining a flexible 1.5 mm thick, 30 cm long blade with a lightweight 99 g design and a varnished beech wood handle for fatigue-free, single-stroke translucent slices. Its X50CrMoV15 steel at 56–57 HRC avoids chipping but trades some edge retention for toughness, and the fine carbide structure ensures clean cuts along the full length. At 81 CAD, it costs the same as shorter models yet includes a lifetime warranty, though it requires hand-washing, immediate drying, and storage without a blade guard. The PEFC-certified French beech handle and double-riveted half-tang create forward-weighted balance, but the varnish may wear over time, needing occasional oiling.
Verified claims
- Slicing
- Flexible 1.5 mm blade and 30 cm length allow single-stroke translucent slices.
- Ergonomics
- Varnished beech wood handle provides ergonomic grip for extended slicing tasks.
- Performance
- 1.5 mm flexible blade cuts paper-thin slices; 99 g weight reduces fatigue.
- Warranty
- At 81 CAD, the 30 cm blade costs the same as 20 cm models, with a lifetime warranty and home-sharpenable steel.
- Sharpening
- Whetstone or manual sharpener at 20° restores a dull edge; honing steel only realigns.
- Edge durability
- 56–57 HRC blade avoids chipping and brittleness, trading some edge retention for toughness on a 1.5 mm blade.
- Cutting quality
- Fine carbide structure supports a razor edge that glides rather than catches, and stamped construction keeps the 30 cm blade uniformly thin for consistent clean slices.
- Handle care
- Hand-wash and dry immediately; never soak or use dishwasher.
- Wood source
- Beech wood is PEFC-certified French beech.
- Collection design
- Only Parallèle knife with a flexible 30 cm blade, sharing a 13.2 cm handle with the collection.
- Balance
- 99 g weight and double-riveted half-tang create forward-weighted balance for precise slicing.
- Set consistency
- Identical 13.2 cm handle across Parallèle knives for seamless grip and balance.
- Use case
- For boneless meats and fish only; flexible blade cuts very fine slices.
- Care and longevity
- Hand wash only; no blade guard; lifetime warranty.
- Ergonomic handle
- Consistent 13.2 cm ergonomic handle with double rivets ensures stable grip.
- Varnish finish
- Varnished handle protects against moisture but may wear over time.
- Maintenance
- Easy to sharpen at home, but hand wash and oil handle after varnish wears.
- Storage
- Blade guard not included; use a knife drawer insert, magnetic strip, or a separately sold blade cover for safe storage.
- Construction
- X50CrMoV15 steel at 56-57 HRC with double-riveted beech handle and half-tang resists corrosion and edge chipping.
- Blade flexibility
- 1.5mm thick blade flexes evenly along its full 30cm length.
- Hardness
- Blade hardened to 56-57 HRC for edge retention and toughness.
- Corrosion resistance
- The high-chromium X50CrMoV15 stainless steel resists corrosion from acidic foods such as citrus-cured salmon.
- Handle attachment durability
- Two metal rivets secure the handle to the blade tang and better resist twisting forces from prying slices off the board than a single pin or glue-only construction.
Product record
- Title
- Parallèle No. 123 Carpaccio Knife
- Brand
- Opinel
- Price
- 81 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 13 sourcesUses
Cutting ham or salmon into very fine carpaccio-style slices
With its long, ultra-flexible blade just 1.5 mm thick, this knife is made for slicing delicate foods like ham or salmon into thin, refined slices. According to the brand, a supple back-and-forth motion lets the blade cut very fine slices with fluidity, and its stainless steel offers high corrosion resistance.[1,5]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Parallèle No. 123 Carpaccio Knife: Choose this if you want a dedicated carpaccio knife: it has a long, ultra-flexible 30 cm (about 12 inch) blade just 1.5 mm thick that Opinel says cuts ham or salmon into very fine slices with a supple back-and-forth motion. The X50CrMoV15 stainless steel blade (56-57 HRC hardness) is highly anti-corrosive, and the lightweight knife (99 g) pairs it with a varnished beechwood handle secured by two rivets. A lifetime warranty is listed, though its exact scope and conditions are not specified in the available information.[1,2,3,4,5] | Parallèle No. 122 Meat And Poultry Knife: Choose this if you need a sturdy knife for demanding meat and poultry work, like trimming out nerves, bones, and fat. Its short, rigid, twist-resistant stainless steel blade is 13 centimeters long and 2.5 millimeters thick, with high corrosion resistance, paired with a varnished beech wood handle.[6] | Parallèle No. 120 Carving Knife: Choose this if you want a classic carving knife for roasts, poultry, or fruit: it has a long, narrow 16 cm stainless steel blade with high corrosion resistance, a rigid straight edge, and a gently curved cutting edge that allows chopping with a seesaw motion. The varnished beech wood handle is designed to protect against moisture and dirt, with two rivets and a contoured finger area for a comfortable grip. Opinel lists a lifetime warranty, though its exact scope is not detailed in the available information.[7,8,9,10,11,12,13] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Long narrow straight metal blade with a rounded tip and a light wood cylindrical grip-style handle fixed by two visible metal rivets; blade bears vertical stamped text near the handle.
- Blade shapeVery long, narrow, straight blade with a rounded tip and uniform width down its length, mounted flush into the handle tang area.
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x 0.46 · y 0.02 · w 0.08 · h 0.68 (high) - Blade finishSmooth reflective metallic surface consistent with polished stainless steel.
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x 0.46 · y 0.02 · w 0.08 · h 0.68 (high) - Handle geometryLight-colored rectangular-oval wooden handle with slightly rounded long edges and a flat butt end; top of handle has a small curved shoulder where the blade meets the handle.
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x 0.41 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.26 (high) - Handle fastenersTwo circular metal rivets visible on the handle, aligned along the centerline.
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x 0.49 · y 0.78 · w 0.04 · h 0.08 (high) - Blade text“OPINEL”
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x 0.47 · y 0.58 · w 0.06 · h 0.10 (high) - Additional small blade printingSmall additional printed characters and a small emblem are present below the main text but are not fully legible at this resolutionPartial
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x 0.47 · y 0.64 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Product photographed upright, centered on a plain light neutral background with even diffuse lighting and minimal shadow; image is vertically composed to show full length of product.
- Shot compositionKnife is centered vertically in frame, displayed with blade up and handle down against a uniform light gray to white background.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with soft minimal shadowing and a faint reflection on the blade surface.
Colors
metallic silver· blade#D1D1CElight beech wood· handle#D5B196- Blade shapeVery long, narrow, straight blade with a rounded tip and uniform width down its length, mounted flush into the handle tang area.
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Product
A long, narrow carpaccio knife with a straight stainless blade and a light wood riveted handle, shown inside its clear plastic blister attached to a kraft cardboard backing. The blade runs vertically down the center of the image; the handle is visible at the lower portion with two visible metal rivets and a purple securing band at the handle base.
- Blade shapeLong, narrow, straight-edged rectangular stainless blade with a subtle rounded toe at the tip, visible running vertically through the package center.
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x 0.45 · y 0.06 · w 0.10 · h 0.66 (high) - Handle material and constructionLight natural wood handle with a rectangular profile, slightly rounded edges and two visible circular metal rivets securing the tang; the handle heel is squared.
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x 0.37 · y 0.72 · w 0.26 · h 0.20 (high) - Handle fastener bandSmall purple elastic or plastic band holds the handle to the cardboard backing near the handle base.
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x 0.44 · y 0.90 · w 0.12 · h 0.04 (high) - Blade fine-printNarrow vertical block of fine-print text printed on the blade near the handle; too small to read at this resolution.Partial
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x 0.49 · y 0.66 · w 0.04 · h 0.08 (medium)
Packaging
Clear plastic blister over a tall kraft cardboard backing with printed branding and product name; top has a hang slot with a small metal eyelet.
- Card backingTall rectangular kraft-colored cardboard backing forming the visible background for the product; extends full height of image.
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x 0.22 · y 0.02 · w 0.56 · h 0.96 (high) - Blister coverClear plastic blister covers the blade area and adheres to the cardboard, producing a subtle sheen and faint reflections along the blade edges.
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x 0.40 · y 0.04 · w 0.20 · h 0.68 (high) - Top hang slot and eyeletDie-cut hang slot near the top center of the cardboard with a small round silver metal eyelet above it.
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x 0.46 · y 0.00 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high) - Brand text - top“OPINEL”
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x 0.40 · y 0.06 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high) - Brand subtext - top“SAVOIE FRANCE”
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x 0.40 · y 0.10 · w 0.20 · h 0.04 (high) - Product line text“PARALLELE”
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x 0.34 · y 0.28 · w 0.32 · h 0.08 (high) - Model number“N° 123”
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x 0.34 · y 0.36 · w 0.32 · h 0.08 (high) - Product description texts“COUTEAU CARPACCIO”
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x 0.34 · y 0.44 · w 0.32 · h 0.06 (high) - Product description texts english“CARPACCIO KNIFE”
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x 0.34 · y 0.50 · w 0.32 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with white background, even front lighting and minimal shadows. Image is vertically centered and tightly cropped to show the full packaged knife.
- Shot compositionVertical centered composition showing full packaged product from top hang hole to bottom of handle against a white background.
- Lighting and reflectionsEven frontal lighting with soft shadows and small specular highlights on the blade and plastic blister, indicating glossy surfaces.
Colors
stainless silver· blade#CCCCCClight beech wood· handle#DBB394vivid purple· handle securing bandkraft brown· cardboard backingPackaging#C4A186- Blade shapeLong, narrow, straight-edged rectangular stainless blade with a subtle rounded toe at the tip, visible running vertically through the package center.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Opinel
N°123 Carpaccio knife Parallèle