Need input from Mora owners

A.L. said:
There's black & orange version also!
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Really? Do you have a link?

One of the things I really like about the Clipper, Allround and 2000 are the extremely grippy handles, even when wet. That's important to me, more so than a guard.

That X-ray picture is always interesting to look at. The Clipper seems to have the shortest tang...but I can't imagine putting enough leverage on that knife for it to be a problem.

Mnblade, thanks for that link to the sheaths :thumbup:
 
Coldwood said:
I've been a big fan of the Mora Clipper (carbon steel)for several years. When the Allcraft came out in stainless with a better sheath, I had to have one for boat work.

Then I got the 2000 and I really like that, despite the puke green handle. I'm still trying to figure out a better sheath for it, may eventually go to a custom Kydex. :thumbup:
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hey bro

One of the reasons I finally got into kydex work, was the crappy sheaths that came with the moras

A basic sheath is pretty simple to do

If ya need any pointers shoot me a pm and I will help ya out
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I am a die hard 780 triflex man. Great knives. The Triflex Bushcraft force is great too. The sheath it comes with may actually work...I make my own sheaths for all my Moras.

I would probably be a bigger fan of the 2000 and the new 2010 if they didn't do that funny business with the grind. First of all, to me, that sort of defeats the purpose of a scandi grind and you're not going to be able to hold that blade flat on a stone down toward the tip. Secondly, while aesthetically I do like how it looks, I would like how it looked even more if it was just the traditionaly scandi grind all the way to the tip. That thing would be a serious, hard core Puukko or Leukko looking product with all the advantages of a Mora...and would surely reduce the price. Now I've got a 2000 and I like it and all...just saying.

Here is the sheath I made for it, Viking pattern tooled into a basic pouch sheath. Next to it is a sheath for a Clipper...I like the Clippers a lot too.

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I just picked up two Mora Allrounds. One for me and one for my fishing buddy - but now that I have them in hand I'm not sure he'll be getting his.....lol

I can't believe the knife for the price, I paid $15 each and for that price I'm amazed that I still like the >$100 knives (but I do).

Haven't given it a good workout yet, but the grip feels excellent, I really can't think of using it for any duties that would make it slippery or hard to hold. The blade is a great stainless scandi grind that's as sharp as a razor (again I got the comment from my wife - "what happened to the hair on your arm, there seems to be a patch missing?" :o

For the money I see a ton of value in these knives, and because they're so inexpensive you can test till your heart's content.
 
HoosierQ said:
I am a die hard 780 triflex man. Great knives. The Triflex Bushcraft force is great too. The sheath it comes with may actually work...I make my own sheaths for all my Moras.

I would probably be a bigger fan of the 2000 and the new 2010 if they didn't do that funny business with the grind. First of all, to me, that sort of defeats the purpose of a scandi grind and you're not going to be able to hold that blade flat on a stone down toward the tip. Secondly, while aesthetically I do like how it looks, I would like how it looked even more if it was just the traditionaly scandi grind all the way to the tip. That thing would be a serious, hard core Puukko or Leukko looking product with all the advantages of a Mora...and would surely reduce the price. Now I've got a 2000 and I like it and all...just saying.

Here is the sheath I made for it, Viking pattern tooled into a basic pouch sheath. Next to it is a sheath for a Clipper...I like the Clippers a lot too.

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Very nice work on the sheaths, thanks.
 
Thank you everyone out there. I think I made my mind up. I'm going to get the Mora 2000, well... because I like the looks of it. It's like nothing I have. Toy green, puke green, strange grind, hell I like it. Second I'm getting the new Bushcraft force and a jre sheath to go with it. Should get in the next couple weeks, of coarse I will post pics.
Thanks for the input.:thumbup:
 
I actually like the Mora 2000 sheath. Now I have to start a club with a 12 step program to get others to admit they like it too.... ;)
 
FortyTwoBlades said:
I'd go for the new Bushcraft Force. Same design as the 2000 but without the funky grind.

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I just got the carbon triflex version of this one called the Bushcraft Triflex, and I give it :thumbup:. My favorites have always been the 911/946, and the Bushcraft Force is like a 911 on steroids. The blade is like a triflex craftsman, so its 1/4" longer than a regular 911 blade. Also, it has a finished spine that works great on ferro rods. The normal scandi grind makes it easy to sharpen. The sheath also has a belt loop big enough for a real belt. I also find the handle to be one of the most comfortable ones out there.

It's now my favorite Mora.
 
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VictGerbSogCamill said:
Thank you everyone out there. I think I made my mind up. I'm going to get the Mora 2000, well... because I like the looks of it. It's like nothing I have. Toy green, puke green, strange grind, hell I like it. Second I'm getting the new Bushcraft force and a jre sheath to go with it. Should get in the next couple weeks, of coarse I will post pics.
Thanks for the input.:thumbup:
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Congratulations on your decision! Getting one of each was going to be my suggestion. I have one of each and while I can see that in some situations the more specialized blade style of the 2000 could be more useful, I still prefer the overall usefulness of the Triflex style. I just received the new Bushcraft Triflex and it now my EDC, replacing my Craftline Allround.
 
sodak said:
I actually like the Mora 2000 sheath. Now I have to start a club with a 12 step program to get others to admit they like it too.... ;)
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I know what you mean. I just don't like that high-riding belt loop. Might have to cut one side and move it down, fastened with duct tape and wire; dress it up some.
 
VictGerbSogCamill said:
I think I've selected my next knife purchase. I'm interested in the Mora 2000, I like the looks, and have heard good things. The 510 looks stronger; longer tang, but doesn't do it for me looks wise. Any input ( your personal experiences )on any Mora models would be appreciated, thanks.
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The new mora tri flex 2010 model provides increased durability and is available at www.elfin4.com
 
I took those x-rays, way back when. . .I had a Mora 740 I believe it was, and the handle broke on me. I was trying to cut down a small tree with it by pounding the blade into the base of the tree. The handle split in 2!

I got into Moras because of "Bushcraft" by Mors Kochanski and that was his recommended way of cutting down a small tree. And he highly recommended Moras. I had bought quite a few different kinds from Ragweed Forge, they are dirt cheap. I say 12 of them are the price of my Ka-bar. Anyways, the book said Moras are full tang. The 740 obviously was not. I noticed that there were Frosts and KJ Eriksson on the blades. I decided to x-ray the rest of my batch, lest I risk breaking all of them. . .

And that is the X-ray I took.

I am curious about the new Moras now. I understand the 510s are discontinued. I have like 5 or 6 of them still, mostly because I got a custom sheath for the 510 with a firesteel loop.

And in my opinion, the 510 is the way to go. It seems the KJ Eriksson models, which the 510 is, are of better quality than the Frosts. I have not bought any Mora knives recently as I have bought plenty already. And again, from all the ones I have bought, I like the 510 best followed by the 711.
 
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Esav Benyamin said:
On the other hand, I've also got a carbon steel Swedish Army clipper and it's a good basic design that works too well for me to think of it as just a beater. That's the problem with Moras. They all perform well. How to choose, how to choose?

How? I go to Ragweed Forge and space out ...
http://www.ragweedforge.com/SwedishKnifeCatalog.html
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How does that help? I'm having more problems choosing with all that choice!

Hmmm, that Bushcraft Force & the Bushcraft Triflex both look good. Ooh, some of the cheapies look like really good value. Must resist the temptation to buy a couple of dozen Mora knives . . .
 
http://www.amazon.com/Mora-Craftlin...XU/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1285933899&sr=8-10

Just picked this up. Great little knife. $14 ? Are you kidding me ?! Be getting a few more of these.

As far as the sheath. Yes, it's a cheap and it's plastic. But the knife AND sheath are
so light, it can actually hang from the pocket of a my cargo shorts and never know it's there.

Plus, there's this little thumb tab on the top of the sheath. You can press down on it, and
pull the knife out in one easy move. I know it sounds like a stupid little thing, but it's
convenient with the friction fit sheath.
 
My preference is for the wood models since they feature full-length stick tangs. The leather sheaths are much nicer than the molded plastic too.

Want something a step up, in-between the Moras and the much more expensive brands like Helle? Try one of these from Ahti:
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Wood handles, brass fittings, thicker steel than Mora, leather sheath. About $50.
 
I like the 840 the best as far as price, ergos, aesthetic appeal, function etc. High carbon military issue with the green handle.
 
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