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Steely Dan

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Hello Bladechachos!
I'm a lifelong user/collector of the steel and I have never owned, handled or thought about owning a Mora knife! There might be more like me out here. I was never interested in plastic lego-looking fisher price knives :D I had seen videos of them performing admirably on youtube but I never took notice. I was hunting around online and decided to grab a Companion Heavy Duty because the price was right and I am glad I did! Now I am wondering why I never chucked one of these in the toolbox, tackle box, truck and kitchen! I know most of YOU know, but the ergonomics, steel and scandi edge on these knives is a treat. I am going to use the living hell out of it and maybe grab a stainless version for a handy kitchen blade. I would love to hear from any loyal Mora users so I can learn more about these affordable workhorses.
 
I just got a companion about two weeks ago & was super surprised that it really is a great as people say. Like the delica 4 I was skeptical over all the hype, but it proved to be true. I just moved house and the companion was beast at breaking down cardboard boxes. I too look forward to hearing what others have to say about these knives.


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Raz94 said:
I just got a companion about two weeks ago & was super surprised that it really is a great as people say. Like the delica 4 I was skeptical over all the hype, but it proved to be true. I just moved house and the companion was beast at breaking down cardboard boxes. I too look forward to hearing what others have to say about these knives.


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Glad you like it too! They are real Cutters and they glide through wood like a dream. I have big mitts so I got a hd Companion. I think they fattened up the handle a bit and it feels great. I think I will be trying another model soon. Mora's won't be winning any beauty contests but they are super versatile!
 
My Mora 106 is a valued tool. Its blade geometry and profile excel in working wood.

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I don't know why you'd want to use one in the kitchen though. Moras are good knives in certain applications, but food prep is not one of them. They just don't compare to dedicated designs like paring or chef's knives.
 
The HD companion is a great choice for all purpose use. I also have a 711g that I use in the shop a lot. The different handle shape and texture are a bit better, I find, for wood carving and the like. If you want a great small fixed blade pocket knife or neck knife, check out the #2/0 - traditional Mora construction with wood handle and a lazer-like carbon steel blade. Great as an ultralight hiking knife too.
 
kamagong said:
My Mora 106 is a valued tool. Its blade geometry and profile excel in working wood.

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I don't know why you'd want to use one in the kitchen though. Moras are good knives in certain applications, but food prep is not one of them. They just don't compare to dedicated designs like paring or chef's knives.
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Nice carving man! I love the look of those Mora classics. I was only thinking a 4.1 inch stainless Mora could replace a 5 inch boning knife that I'm not really happy with. After starting this Mora thread I was looking online and I found the Bushcraft Black being sold for $31 canadian! It was about 85 so I am thinking of grabbing that too and using it as a dedicated carving knife.
 
Roamad said:
The HD companion is a great choice for all purpose use. I also have a 711g that I use in the shop a lot. The different handle shape and texture are a bit better, I find, for wood carving and the like. If you want a great small fixed blade pocket knife or neck knife, check out the #2/0 - traditional Mora construction with wood handle and a lazer-like carbon steel blade. Great as an ultralight hiking knife too.
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I have always had knives with a bit of heft but I like these featherweights. I would forget it was on me if I was carrying one! I have found the Bushcraft black at a really good price drop, ever tried it?:confused:
 
I remember someone telling me that Moras are so cheap and available in Sweden that some use them as disposable knives! Use them until blunt and toss'em! I'm way too Scottish to throw good steel in the bin though.;)
 
I understand people's reluctance to buy their first Mora. Especially in today's market with all the G10, tool steel and tactical goodness to be had. It's hard to get excited about what looks like a cheap paring knife on steroids.

For pure utility though they're really hard to beat. Comfy handle, decent steel, rock solid construction, good sheath, etc. And all for less than the price of a decent meal.

I've got a dozen or so floating around the house, garage and vehicles. Love them.
 
Ummm.... i'm trying to think of a clever way not to break forum rules about deal spotting... but there's a certain website named for a jungle in South America that has been running daily deals all week. Lets just say, one who likes Moras might be interested in one of the offerings today (12/3/16)...
 
19-3ben said:
Ummm.... i'm trying to think of a clever way not to break forum rules about deal spotting... but there's a certain website named for a jungle in South America that has been running daily deals all week. Lets just say, one who likes Moras might be interested in one of the offerings today (12/3/16)...
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That is the jungle I spoke of! Merry Festivus to me! I have heard so much hype about the Bushcraft Black and the Garberg I might start with the Black Model. I am going to make it a dedicated carver. I just love the Scandi on Moras.
 
T.L.E. Sharp said:
I understand people's reluctance to buy their first Mora. Especially in today's market with all the G10, tool steel and tactical goodness to be had. It's hard to get excited about what looks like a cheap paring knife on steroids.

For pure utility though they're really hard to beat. Comfy handle, decent steel, rock solid construction, good sheath, etc. And all for less than the price of a decent meal.

I've got a dozen or so floating around the house, garage and vehicles. Love them.
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Well put T.L.E Sharp. I was just never attracted to them visually. I had no clue they were such good, sharp tuff little tools and a deal with their modest price. I won't hesitate to push it into jobs I would never use a pricey knife for and I bet it holds up fine!
 
Do yourself a favor and pick up the chisel knife and the carpet knife from them. Handy little blades.

The chisel knife has gotten harder to find thanks to a certain youtube personality, so when you see one, grab it.
 
T.L.E. Sharp said:
Do yourself a favor and pick up the chisel knife and the carpet knife from them. Handy little blades.

The chisel knife has gotten harder to find thanks to a certain youtube personality, so when you see one, grab it.
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It is really funny you mentioned the Chisel! I was checking it out and thinking how handy it could be, but I'm a southpaw and it might frustrate me too much. More chisels for you guys.:grumpy:
 
Raz94 said:
I just got a companion about two weeks ago & was super surprised that it really is a great as people say. Like the delica 4 I was skeptical over all the hype, but it proved to be true. I just moved house and the companion was beast at breaking down cardboard boxes. I too look forward to hearing what others have to say about these knives.


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^^this

 
Steely Dan said:
It is really funny you mentioned the Chisel! I was checking it out and thinking how handy it could be, but I'm a southpaw and it might frustrate me too much. More chisels for you guys.:grumpy:
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Yes, you will be frustrated by it. I carried a chisel ground Emerson cqc-7 for a long time, which is ground on the opposite side and as a rightie it annoyed me. I tended to just use it with my left hand when doing any sort of carving style cut.

Should you want such a knife, Woodsman's Pal makes a chisel knife a lot like the Mora that's ground on the opposite side. It's more expensive though.
 
I just wanted to thank all the members that offered advice and shared their experience with Moras. I am now the owner of a Companion Heavy Duty which fits my hand very well, and I caught a very nice sale and grabbed a Bushcraft Black for close to the price of a Companion! I still love all my other blades, but I am very glad I decided to give Moras a try. Although the Black may not be a one tool option, I am sure it will prove itself to be a valuable edition to my outdoors tool kit. May Santa bring all you dudes the shiny sharp things you have been waiting for!:thumbup:
 
I often throw one of them in the cart with pricier purchases, just because... great to have them around.
 
Steely Dan said:
It is really funny you mentioned the Chisel! I was checking it out and thinking how handy it could be, but I'm a southpaw and it might frustrate me too much. More chisels for you guys.:grumpy:
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The Mora "Craftline" TopQ Chisel is supposedly ground on both sides.
 
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