Mora vs Folder

Since you can do it with other blades, it is hard to see technique being an issue, it isn't like it is complicated, it is just a pressure/speed equation anyway, hence the squared off spine or sharpened edge being better as the pressure is massively higher. Try the edge of the knife itself.

I mentioned the Manix as it is one of the better (if not best) folding knives seen for that type of work, however the D'Allara is similar and most of the above would hold true for it as well and it is half the price of the D'Allara. At the cost of the Mora style knives though which is $5 to start, they have no competition.

-Cliff
 
pict said:
My EDC folder is a plain edge Spyderco Endura. If I plan on needing a "hard use" folder I normal carry a S&W SWAT with G-10 scales becuase I feel it is stronger than the Endura.
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I came from this route and have both knives you've mentioned (I EDC'ed an S&W SWAT for five years was replaced by the Endura 3). I believe it only "feels" stronger because of the heft and thickness of the G-10. However, I believe when it comes to overall reliability (especially the lock, I almost cut my "pinky" finger when the SWAT's lock gave!) and efficiency of service (I think you know which holds an edge better and longer?), you are better off with the Endura.

I've also handled a Mora (the Clipper) and can recommend it wholeheartedly. In a Tac. Knives article some years ago, I read it is the choice of professional outdoorsmen and guides. You can't go wrong with that endorsement.
 
Untamed,

You're right, I'm just going by impressions concerning the strength of those two folders. I have no hard data.

The other factor I didn't mention is that I'm willing to bugger up the SWAT and I like to keep the Endura scary sharp as one of it's functions is defense. The Endura is the better knife. I like to keep it that way. Mac
 
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Untamed,

. . . The other factor I didn't mention is that I'm willing to bugger up the SWAT and I like to keep the Endura scary sharp as one of it's functions is defense. The Endura is the better knife. I like to keep it that way. Mac
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Is that an Endura 3? You could always "ghetto" or "tsunami" wave it as a dedicated SD knife, then go get yourself the new Endura 4. Structurally more solid, with steel liner inserts and thicker tip to boot! Definitely a stronger upgrade! I've been saving-up for one myself (should it ever get here :grumpy:)
 
I've used the Mora for years........but have replaced them with my "Floro Puukko's", that I had specially made.

The only thing I would do is supplement that with a Swiss Army Knife, if I had that luxury

Raymond Floro

www.florofighting.com
 
Wolfmother,

I picked one up about a month ago. I haven't much chance to use it other than to clear some brush near my house. It cuts great but it's a noisy thing, "Ping, Pang, Plang." Not exactly stealth. Mac
 
I'm a big fan of Moras, and likewise enjoy folders. I don't think it's a matter of choosing ove over the other, since they have different applications. The folder is the knife that's *always* with you. Even when in the field it's often easier to carry a folder in my pocket than a Mora on my belt. Now, if I could still wear neck knives (congenital neck problems prevent this carry method anymore) then the Mora would win hands-down. I used to wear either a SWAK or an M2K as a necker and found that to be THE best, fastest and most convenient way to carry a knife, ever.

As for which knife is "better" for woods use, I don't see any real difference except price. It takes an expensive folder to do what a cheap Mora will do (stand up to batoning, mainly), but if you have both knives t choose from it comes down to which is easier to carry and access. With my neck, that puts the folder ahead of the game.
 
I can't for the life of me understand why someone would favour a folder over a fixed blade for outdoor work. Pict, my suggestion is a full tang scandi, full convex or full flat in tool steel.

Don't get me wrong I love folders, but I dont think their place is in the 'Great Outdoors'.

YMMV :)
 
I have never cut myself with a Mora, and I would not like to...

you could lose fingers.


However, I am always getting cut by folders.......... because they FOLD.

I had a cheap Tramontina sodbuster/folder that I paid about $4 for in a market....carbon steel, cuts like hell..... I was cutting some ash poles and the knife sliced through a branch and into the back of my hand. Seven stitches later on in the day.
It hurt like hell, and the knife carried on cutting green ash afterwards, no problem.

I think the Mora would have taken a few fingers. That is why I have more respect for the Mora.

I now have some Triflex and carbon Moras and they are all good.

Folders are great for little odd jobs, but outdoors, I really believe you are safer with a good fixed blade, more versatile as well.
 
Actually, I suppose I should have clarified my choice. When I originally answered this question, in my mind I was thinking of the 101 times a day when you use your knife for little chores; cutting a piece of string, getting rid of a hangnail, whittling a hot dog stick. For that kind of quick, "in and out" use I prefer a folder simply due to ease of access. Also, I generally prefer to use my folder (either a BM 9050 or 720, both partially serrated) to whittle trap parts, as the serrations work great for cutting notches. But for longer work, like skinning game or food prep the sheath knife (Mora or whatever) gets the nod, since it won't be in and out of the sheath all the time.
 
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