I have cheap taste.

Hickory n steel said:
You do that yourself ?
Looks nice.
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Yes, it was a fun little project. Basically everything was slightly tweaked aside from the ricasso, which was left factory as a nod to its "user roots".

Beckers lend themselves to being a good canvas. I also did a BK10/BK11 combination, slabs from the same piece of wood, shared mosaic pins, matching leather sheaths. That was a fun set too.
 
There is absolutely nothing wrong with a "cheap" knife, so long as it is not cheaply constructed. Will it do what its called upon to do and do it well? Can it be trusted not to let you down when you really need it? Will it survive an honest mistake in usage? Has it stood the test of time and repeated use? Is it comfortable and enjoyable to use? If not, then it isn't worth the $5 you wasted on it. If so....then its worth its weight in gold!
 
I like to use high end knives as well as the humble Mora. For me there is a time and a place for both.

Terävä is actually an in house store brand for Varusteleka's knives. Terävä translates as sharp in finnish. The knife model is called the Jääkäripuukko. Jaakari, like jaeger in German, translates as hunter but also means soldier and pukko means knife. I found that interesting so thought I would share. :)

Comparing the Jaakaripukko to a Mora is a stretch. I own both and the Jaakaripukko is twice as expensive, twice as thick and at least twice as heavy. They are both Scandi ground but are quite a bit different too. I like both and they are both great values but I do not consider them interchangeable when heading into the woods. The sheath that you can buy with the Jaakaripukko is worth every penny if you are unable to make your own.



OP, I often grab my Carbon Mora Companion. The standard model (not the robust) has 2mm blade stock. It is feather light, very affordable, an efficient cutter and despite some rather rough treatment I haven't broken it yet. I consider it $12 well spent. :)
 
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Terävä is actually an in house store brand for Vxxxxxxxxxxs knives. Terävä translates as sharp in finnish. The knife model is called the Jääkäripuukko. Jaakari, like jaeger in German, translates as hunter but also means soldier and pukko means knife. I found that interesting so thought I would share. :)
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I know - I bought directly from V ;-)

....also read their blurb.

As for the business name;
Its just that members usually dont bang the drum for knife sites/vendors who dont have a presence/paid advertising on BF.

Links to non-advertiser's sites are frowned upon/removed - as is deal spotting.

Im not sure, that there is an actual rule against the mere mention of a business name but its like some say 'fleabay' for a certain auction site or 'the big river' for yet another business and so on and so forth.

Out of respect, you could say.

As for others comparing the Teräväs with Moras, I belive most here know, how cheap Mora knives are and that you can get a slew of them for 100 bucks.

Just as most here know Puukko means knife, as that has been rehashed in the many many Puukko threads;-)

I will say, that Id rather pay a little bit more and get another knife than a Mora.

I did use them back when but that was a phase and I dont plan to go back.

No doubt they work just fine.

To each his/her own and all that jazz.
 
BladeScout said:
...I will say, that Id rather pay a little bit more and get another knife than a Mora.

I did use them back when but that was a phase and I don't plan to go back.

No doubt they work just fine.

To each his/her own and all that jazz.
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That's me. I have absolutely nothing against Mora knives. My interests just go a little beyond them and to me most of them feel like kitchen knives. My Kabar Becker BK-15 that I like a lot was not an expensive knife. I even like the factory sheath, or it's okay/serviceable for me. My use of a Mora is a food related camp knife. Haven't been camping at all this year. I need to get out, but honestly the damn ticks keep me from hitting the woods too hard these days. There are just so many.
 
Yes, the BKs are great knives.

I have the BK14, 5 and 15.

Another great combo for the woods, which is what I got them for.

Either bring all three or the bigger and one of the smaller or which ever combo you'd want - with those knives how ever matched, most bases are covered.

All light weight robust user knives IMO.

Not super expensive knives but they sure do work.

One could be mistaken for believing mssrs Fisk and Becker actually knew how to make knives!:)
 
I see, I guess I saw them as a maker in this instance (although they outsource the manufacturing) but I see your point that they are a dealer. I now see that your intention was to mention the brand and not the dealer. I guess an in house brand made that confusing for me. I hadn't given it a thought as I have seen them mentioned on here many times. Thanks for pointing that out. :)

I am aware that on a knife forum most know that pukko means knife. It was the rest I was sharing. ;)

I am quite fond of the BK15 too. It is one of my go to knives! It is just the right thickness for me and I love the blade shape. I even boned an elk out with it.

Here it is with the 2mm Mora (which I may have bent just a touch but have since straightened back out) and the Jaakaripuuko. I just find the Jaakaripuuko too thick. It is quality, the steel and heat treat seem good and it is one robust knife for sure. I just wish it was a tad thinner. I am definitely not gonna bend it. :D



 
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No problem.

Its no biggie....if its anything at all.

Ive see them and many others mentioned all the time.

You're good, Im sure.

I like the rugged robust 110 Puukko.

Ive no problem with the thickness.

As for the quality, they are mostly fine from what I understand/read.

I did have an issue with the chopper but the manufacturer/dealer acted fast and Im a happy camper.
 
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The Spydie and BK looks like good choices for gutting such a big animal.

I get your point in regards to the thickness of the Puukko - especially in regards to skinning/gutting an animal.

The BK would be far better for that and I would likewise choose that over the Terävä Puukko for such a task.

The BK is noticably thinner in the blade than the Puukko without being flimsy.

But Ive mostly used the Puukko for wood working and I see that as its main use - at least as far as Im concerned.
Its a great design for that.

It can do food prep and could also gut/skin an animal but it would not be my go to knife for that.
 
I love the blade shape on the BK-15 for an all a rounder including field dressing deer or whatever. It was discontinued by Kabar; guess it wasn't selling as many units as they expect. Many people prefer a drop point for hunting chores, but I like a pointy knife and just pay attention to how I am cutting.
 
In my experience, thick + scandi = bad time.

My favorite Mora is the Pro Flex. Thin is in, baby! :D
 
To the OP......You gotta do what works for you. I have numerous options out there for many things, but because of who I am and who I want to be, I CHOOSE to use my $$ in the most efficient manner possible to meet my immediate, short-term, mid-term and long term goals.
I use a mora a lot, as well has a Cold Steel Finn Bear. They are not cheap, they are inexpensive.
I also have an old Toyota pickup that has seen better days in the looks department, but runs perfectly and safely. Not having a truck payment for 20 years has enabled me to spend that money on other things,make some investments and avoid debt.
Sorry for the rambling.......I just think you gotta be who you are and do what you do within your means and goals.
 
When I hear “cheap knife” I think of a bargain bin $10 folder or medium sized fixed blade from China that has questionable steel and even questionabler heat treat.

I wold not call a Mora “cheap”. “Affordable”, sure. “Value”, absolutely.

I too consider the likes of Becker to be “really nice” quality blades, but no doubt they’re not what most would call expensive. Lots of value packed into those knives.
I use and carry my BK14 the most and BK16 second most (my favorite knife by far). But my Moras are catching up.....
 
Angus McGunnigle said:
I also have an old Toyota pickup that has seen better days in the looks department, but runs perfectly and safely. Not having a truck payment for 20 years has enabled me to spend that money on other things,make some investments and avoid debt.
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Amen. My car is a 2000 Ford Contour. It’s ugly and beat to hell but it runs like a champ. Not having a car payment means more knives for me. And I generally buy inexpensive knives, not “cheap” ones.
 
Its firm rubber with a tiny bit of give.Not super soft like Cold Steel kraton handles.

Makes for a nice firm grip even when wet/slippery. I like the handles.

I havent handled said Mora.
 
You didn't ask me but I'll answer anyway.

It isn't hard plastic and is rubbery. Not super tacky rubbery and not as grippy as the rubber on my companion. It feels nice and has a little texture to it.
 
A bit like the overmolded Hogue stocks, if you are familiar with those.

The Puukko manufacturer calls the handle 'overmolded rubber.'
 
When ever I camp or hike, I carry a Mora for the lighter/food prep jobs and beefier blade for other tasks (Ontario RD6 or Gerber Strongarm). I keep a Mora in my truck, EDC bag, and another 1 or 2 in the house. Solid, lightweight, and inexpensive.

Would I go camping or hiking with just a Mora? Probably not. I've never broken one but I just feel better with something...bigger.
 
Any good place to find the Terava? I think i may give it a try heard only good things.
 
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