Mora Allround: Anybody have one yet?

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Really looking forward to this one. I also heard it's a lot different than the revered Clipper (larger handles, longer tang, sheath, etc.)?

TIA

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Have one in stainless.
Handle size is about the side of a clipper, maybe a tad beefier, not much difference here.
Same rubber hose wrapping hard plastic handle type except that one hase "positive texturing" which means dot protrude from handle instead of being carved into rubber. That makes rubber less likely to gather dirt. To be honest I'm not that fan of that new texturing but it is not immensely different from previous one.
It is said to have a longer tang than clipper (almost to the hand). I've never broken a clipper (blade or handle) but it probably helps.
Blade is a little thicker but still pretty thin overall. Can hardly notice any difference regarding sharpness.

Shealth is better than clipper's. Slightly improved belt clip and a much better knife retention (actually needs a lot breaking-in before being easily serviceable).

Overall it is the same knife with many small improvement. Evolution without revolution but still a great heir for sure.
 
Can you tell me where it is said that the tang is longer than the clipper one?

Thanks!
 
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Can you tell me where it is said that the tang is longer than the clipper one?

I think I was the first one to make this assertion. I based the claim on the stainless serrated version of the knife. A small magnet moved along the handle shows that the tang goes to within an inch of the pommel.
 
I think I was the first one to make this assertion. I based the claim on the stainless serrated version of the knife. A small magnet moved along the handle shows that the tang goes to within an inch of the pommel.

The short tang was the only thing that keep me away from buying a clipper.

I'll probably try this one.
 
I was recently given one. It is my first Mora so I have nothing to compare it with. One thing I can say, it has givin me a whole new idea on what "sharp" is. This knife came insanely sharp. I absolutely love it.
 
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Have one in stainless.
Handle size is about the side of a clipper, maybe a tad beefier, not much difference here.
Same rubber hose wrapping hard plastic handle type except that one hase "positive texturing" which means dot protrude from handle instead of being carved into rubber. That makes rubber less likely to gather dirt. To be honest I'm not that fan of that new texturing but it is not immensely different from previous one.
It is said to have a longer tang than clipper (almost to the hand). I've never broken a clipper (blade or handle) but it probably helps.
Blade is a little thicker but still pretty thin overall. Can hardly notice any difference regarding sharpness.

Shealth is better than clipper's. Slightly improved belt clip and a much better knife retention (actually needs a lot breaking-in before being easily serviceable).

Overall it is the same knife with many small improvement. Evolution without revolution but still a great heir for sure.

Thank you kindly Ravaillac on you findings (as well as the others). I happen to like evolutions ;). I'm looking forward to getting one.
 
I got one, and find the blade slightly thicker(2,5 mm versus 2 mm) and a tiny bit longer. And the top of the blade is polished. The handle feels a little different, I think I prefer the clipper grip.
The sheath is probably better, good since the clipper sheath retention wore out to fast. But it simply is a clipper, and the polished top of the blade seem like the biggest change to me.
Those happy with their clippers do not need to throw them away and buy this one instead.
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I got one, too, the handle is better contoured, imo, especially at the end where it doesn't dig into your palm (my Mora 2000 feels that way, but I can live with it).

From what I have seen posted on forums, they say the tang is longer (3/4th, like the 2000), but no radiographs or visual proof other than what people say about the magnet test. I was not successful when I tried it (my magnets weren't strong enough, I suspect).

Sheath is better, I suppose, but really, I find them too unsecure for my taste (needs a handle loop).

I think newer colors are coming out aside from the black and commie red :)

I think one thing you might want to factor in is whether you like the blade length and shape. I understand why people like Cody Lundin like a knife point that drops down to the centerline of the blade (i.e., stab it into a tree and use it like a stationary drawknife), but I personally like the Mora 200 blade shape better. I guess because of the longer cutting surface afforded by the upturned tip (I wanted to say belly, but I think that's not accurate).

I like the sandvik steel, it came in pretty sharp. I suspect you will like it. In my case, I've decided I like the 2000 (despite craptacular but retro modern sheath), the allround second (for outdoor activties). But classes above both is the Fallkniven F1 :D
 
I got one, too, the handle is better contoured, imo, especially at the end where it doesn't dig into your palm (my Mora 2000 feels that way, but I can live with it).

From what I have seen posted on forums, they say the tang is longer (3/4th, like the 2000), but no radiographs or visual proof other than what people say about the magnet test. I was not successful when I tried it (my magnets weren't strong enough, I suspect).

Sheath is better, I suppose, but really, I find them too unsecure for my taste (needs a handle loop).

I think newer colors are coming out aside from the black and commie red :)

I think one thing you might want to factor in is whether you like the blade length and shape. I understand why people like Cody Lundin like a knife point that drops down to the centerline of the blade (i.e., stab it into a tree and use it like a stationary drawknife), but I personally like the Mora 200 blade shape better. I guess because of the longer cutting surface afforded by the upturned tip (I wanted to say belly, but I think that's not accurate).

I like the sandvik steel, it came in pretty sharp. I suspect you will like it. In my case, I've decided I like the 2000 (despite craptacular but retro modern sheath), the allround second (for outdoor activties). But classes above both is the Fallkniven F1 :D

I was just reviewing the previous threads and only read this now. Thanks for your thoughts man :thumbup:

And about the feature you're describing (i.e. - "lowered" spine below the centerline), I actually like that design :thumbup: That's the reason why I'm attracted to designs like the one on Magnussen's S-Curve as well as the traditional Scagels.
 
I have one and I like it real well. I like most all of the Mora's and for the money they just can't be beat, there are better knives but when you lay out ten times the money, they should beat the Mora or at least be as good. I have never even came close to hurting a mora even though some complain about the short tang, Never had one come loose and I use them a lot. Much more than any other knife.
 
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my bro jake didnt have any knives at all (i know..the attrocity!) and i rec'd him the all arounder and an opinel for a camping/hiking combo (he needed good and inexpensive). He had fondeled my M2K and loved it and didnt want to spend that much on a knife. He is VERY happy w/ his all arounder and his opinel. Says he loves the grip and the edge on the mora
 
I have about a equal number of Stainless, Carbon andmLaminated Mora's, darned if i can see any difference in performance.
 
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I have a round section of oak in my backyard that I use as a base for splitting and batoning. I tried light batoning with a Mora 946 (stainless). It went through the limbs fine but rolled the edge when it hit the oak base. I have not tried this with a carbon or triflex Mora, which I have a few. I cleaned up the edge with a crock stick. It appeared that the grind was slightly concave, rather that true scandi.
 
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