Frost Mora knives

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Which one?

So I was searching for a good knife for camping/survival and what not. But I soon learned that theres no such thing as a 1-knife-do-all type knife. But instead, at least 2 knives should be considered; a big knife to chop, and a smaller knife for more delicate work.

So.. limited by my budget, I decided to go with a Frost Mora, and either a Becker or Cold Steel knife for my chopper.

I know Frost Moras are cheap, and good knives for the money; so when I do order, I should get at least 2, to maximize the use/cost of shipping.

Now, my question is, which Frost Mora knives should I get?

From what I understand, the major difference is the steel: carbon, SS, or triflex, (along with blade length and handle design/color). The carbon models are stronger than the SS but the SS modles are more rust resistant.

Whats up with the triflex? Thoughts and feelings from owners?

The 860 and 740/760/780 are a little more different than the Morakniv Outdoor 2000 in design/looks. Is the Morakniv 2000 worth 2 times as much as the other Mora knives?

I seen the x-ray of the Frost Mora and Eriksson knives. Because the other brand's knives have a longer but thinner tang, are they "better" than the Frost Moras? Any experience with the Erikssons?

What have you guys used and which ones do you recommend?

How do you guys feel about a forced patina on the SS models?

Would a heat stippling job work on any of the Frost Mora knive's handles?

Where did you buy your Frost Mora knife? Websites and links would be great.

Sorry for the long post and all of the questions.

Thanks for any and all suggestions, recommendations, comments, etc etc..
 
I'm a "good steel" person, and if a blade isn't of good steel I shy away from it because it'll leave me disappointed in the work place. Put a few bucks with your budget....or ask mamma for some more cash, and buy a knife with a great steel in it. You won't be disappointed in the long run.
 
C_1 said:
Which one?

So I was searching for a good knife for camping/survival and what not. But I soon learned that theres no such thing as a 1-knife-do-all type knife. But instead, at least 2 knives should be considered; a big knife to chop, and a smaller knife for more delicate work.

So.. limited by my budget, I decided to go with a Frost Mora, and either a Becker or Cold Steel knife for my chopper.

I know Frost Moras are cheap, and good knives for the money; so when I do order, I should get at least 2, to maximize the use/cost of shipping.

Now, my question is, which Frost Mora knives should I get?

From what I understand, the major difference is the steel: carbon, SS, or triflex, (along with blade length and handle design/color). The carbon models are stronger than the SS but the SS modles are more rust resistant.

Whats up with the triflex? Thoughts and feelings from owners?

The 860 and 740/760/780 are a little more different than the Morakniv Outdoor 2000 in design/looks. Is the Morakniv 2000 worth 2 times as much as the other Mora knives?

I seen the x-ray of the Frost Mora and Eriksson knives. Because the other brand's knives have a longer but thinner tang, are they "better" than the Frost Moras? Any experience with the Erikssons?

What have you guys used and which ones do you recommend?

How do you guys feel about a forced patina on the SS models?

Would a heat stippling job work on any of the Frost Mora knive's handles?

Where did you buy your Frost Mora knife? Websites and links would be great.

Sorry for the long post and all of the questions.

Thanks for any and all suggestions, recommendations, comments, etc etc..
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Here is a good place to buy a Mora http://www.eknifeworks.com/webapp/e...e=&SearchText=&list=50&range=1&order=PriceAsc

The triflex is very sharp but they all are. The carbon and laminated blades are the sharpest but there is not enough difference between them and the stainless steel models to worry over so the stainless in the field may be the best option.

The Mora 2000 is a bit larger, better grip and real nice but any other Mora do as well in a practical utility knife manner.
 
oldscrimmer said:
I'm a "good steel" person, and if a blade isn't of good steel I shy away from it because it'll leave me disappointed in the work place. Put a few bucks with your budget....or ask mamma for some more cash, and buy a knife with a great steel in it. You won't be disappointed in the long run.
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Ask my "mamma"? Haha

What would you consider 'good' steel? What do you use?

I know paying more initially for a 'better' product is usually the way to go. And I would love a Fallkniven or RAT, but I dont have $100+ to spend on a knife right now. I have other obligations.. sorry..

I figured because a Frost Mora is cheap, and has good reviews, I thought that I'd give it a try. I only need it for small chores around camp and whatnot.

So any model Frost Mora will do, eh? Any more thoughts before I take the plunge?
 
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The 2000 has a great rep and is on my buy list. My brother just got one of the bigger 8" (more or less) and I think it's a little thin to be a chopper.

But then again, I like my Swamp Rats, so you know that I like big old blades.

You can still score a big Ranger as a chopper for a good price and get the smaller Mora too...or just score a small axe/ghurka...whatever you like the most-think will serve the best.
 
C_1 said:
So any model Frost Mora will do, eh? Any more thoughts before I take the plunge?
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The Mora is a great utility knife. The decisions are blade steel laminated, carbon, stainless or triflex which is differentially hardened, handle type hard plastic, wood or grippy rubber. I own them all and the steel is only a concern if you need stainless otherwise get what you want. The hard plastic handle makes it a rigid knife, the rubber handle is grippy. The standard wood handles are nice to and allow a lot of grip positions.

The Mora 2000 is larger "excellent" knife with a grippy green rubber handle.
 
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I like D2, VG-10, BG42, ZDP-189, A2, ATS-34 among a few others when it comes to steels. Queen just came out with a nice fixed blade in D-2 with maple slabs, I have one and it appears to be a good choice. I paid $59.95.
 
Go with the Triflex. Its a bigger handle and blade and has a bit of a guard. also laminated steel.---KV
 
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