An exciting new project at Morakniv

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Hey there fellow knifelovers it has been a while!
My name is Ruud van Tiel and I am currently doing my thesis project in Mora, Sweden with Morakniv. I am in the process of developing a new fixed blade knife with a wooden handle, destined for the outdoor branch. We are looking for the needs of the user. What would be the main uses for the blade? What type of finish would you prefer and what type of style suits your aesthetics best.

https://goo.gl/forms/ykqwlPycFt487jSz1

Looking forward to make something Amazing!

Yours sincerely
Ruud
 
I filled out your questionnaire.

I like the plastic Mora fishing knives but they are just about perfect as is.

So I'd like to see a 120 carving knife with a thinner blade, still in laminated steel or perhaps 14c28n, 90 degree spine, the fatness of the handle suits my hand, a nicer fitted tang peened over at the end instead of the cheap/rustic fit with a gap at the end. I'm not bothered what type of wooden handle and would like a nicely fitted leather sheath.
A knife that would be good for whittling projects and feather sticks, using a ferro rod with, is light in the hand, looks nice but doesn't cost a fortune.

Or perhaps a 12 inch wood chopping knife. Something like a Skrama, Ontario Cutlass machete with the Pict modification to the grind (Scandi by the handle and convex where you chop).

Or how about a non locking Scandi folder.
 
Imo mora knives has always been about an economically priced product which works well for the money.
And I m all for product improvements.
It would be especially a treat to see
some sorta higher end range or series
In the mora product line.
Understandably, its not always possible to please everyone when it comes to nailing down the aesthetics of a product meant for the mass market.
But more importantly, i m convinced that the bottom line is the call for products with the most superior edge holding quality available that is able to outdo all its competition at the lowest retail pricing possible...and that would be the mora of choice.
 
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Like a Helle Ola Kniven (Eldris), only more affordable. More than the Eldris, but a lot less than the HOK. Thin enough handle to go in the pocket.
 
I really like the Garberg a lot , Leather sheath is good , especially for belt carry.
It would be nice to see a more heavy-duty version with a thicker (4mm) 5-6" blade , plastic handle is good , and slightly bigger guard. Kind of like the Mora Pathfinder knife , but Garberg-style.
Wooden handles are a no-go for me. Not as durable as synthetics , and usually develop problems over time.
They are going a good route with the full tang , hope there are more models.

Filed the questionnaire also.
 
Hi Ruud, good luck on your project! I filled it out.

Suggestion: You might want to add inches to your questionnaire so us Americans don't have to open up another page to convert mm -> inches. 140mm/5.5" :D
 
grey-array said:
Hey there fellow knifelovers it has been a while!
My name is Ruud van Tiel and I am currently doing my thesis project in Mora, Sweden with Morakniv. I am in the process of developing a new fixed blade knife with a wooden handle, destined for the outdoor branch. We are looking for the needs of the user. What would be the main uses for the blade? What type of finish would you prefer and what type of style suits your aesthetics best.

https://goo.gl/forms/ykqwlPycFt487jSz1

Looking forward to make something Amazing!

Yours sincerely
Ruud
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This is a separate issue from the new knife being developed, but please make a full flat ground outdoors knife. I regrind them in my rare spare time for customers and get requests for them well in excess of what I'm able to supply. You guys have the tech for it, and do so with your culinary knives, so please leverage it for the outdoor space! My personal recommendation is for a Pro Robust blank given a full flat grind and a solid polypropylene Basic handle/sheath. Doesn't need to be any more complicated than that. Just existing tooling, current steels, etc. but with a full flat grind. People are thirsty for such an offering.
 
i want also want a Mora boar spear, i forgot to add that to my survey.

i think people underestimate the importance of boar spears in the near future.
 
Submitted. I never even knew that you could do thesis work at a knife company. I would have totally opted for that in college.
 
FortyTwoBlades said:
Submitted.

This is a separate issue from the new knife being developed, but please make a full flat ground outdoors knife. I regrind them in my rare spare time for customers and get requests for them well in excess of what I'm able to supply. You guys have the tech for it, and do so with your culinary knives, so please leverage it for the outdoor space! My personal recommendation is for a Pro Robust blank given a full flat grind and a solid polypropylene Basic handle/sheath. Doesn't need to be any more complicated than that. Just existing tooling, current steels, etc. but with a full flat grind. People are thirsty for such an offering.
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This. Lots and lots of this.
 
Hey Guys!
Thank you for all the feedback and do keep it coming.
Some very interesting stuff in there already!
And I will try to deliver the best result possible, but I will also have to keep some of the heritage and style of the brand.
But I'm interested to see how far I can push it and perhaps something that does justice to both your demands and preferences and does justice to the companies style and heritage.
All your feedback is greatly appriciated!
Thank you so much and do keep the information coming loving it!

Yours sincerely
Ruud
 
My personal input was that in a wooden handled model I'd like to see something on the smaller side like the #2/0 but with a full sized handle and a leather sheath, mostly because if opting for wood vs. plastic then you might as well go full-traditional. I like thinner stock in what would presumably be a standard grind, due to the improved cutting ability, and a polished spine for improved thumb comfort. However if it's a straight-clipped point like most Mora designs, the spine at the clip could be squared for scraping tasks without that interfering with thumb-supported cuts for most individuals (and those who want it rounded there, too, that's easier to do than converting a polished spine to square.) I like the performance of the 13C26 stainless, though the market preference would probably be for carbon steel.
 
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