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Mora Classic 2 Knife Review

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The Morakniv Classic No 2 is a traditional model from Sweden of camping/wilderness knives. It is a high quality knife, the top of its class, known for its durability and effectiveness. Hundreds of customer reviews of the item proclaim its greatness and the superiority over other utility knives.

So what makes this classic cutting machine such a work of art?

We will look at the intricacies of the mora classic 2, its benefits, multi-functionality, and why it is so highly valued.

First, let’s dive into the details and dimensions of the knife:

Knife Details

Since it is a classic model, this knife is not meant for style and special ergonomic design, but what it lacks in features, it makes up for in reliability:

The aspects that most standout about this knife lie in its blade and grind.

Swedish carbon steel has been trusted and has proven itself superior to most any other type of blade.

The Scandinavian grind of the blade also allows for trouble-free regrinding and sharpening, as well as an effortless cutting ability. Understanding what this knife presents, what are its main advantages you ask.

What would persuade you to purchase this knife over other utility knives?

Top Mora Classic 2 Qualities

Being a classic model, this knife is made to exceed industry standards and offer higher quality materials than its competition:

  • Sharpness: The Classic No 2 is one of the sharpest knives anyone will find because of its carbon blade. Stronger than stainless steel, the carbon blade can hold a sharper edge. Not only is it one of the sharpest knives available, it’s valuable quality for holding an edge is highly sought after.
Knife:
Steel:Carbon Steel
Blade Length:4.2" (106 mm)
Blade Width:0.08" (2.0 mm)
Total Length:8.3" (210 mm)
Weight:Weight: 3 oz. (86g)
HandleRed Ochre Birch
GrindScandinavian
Tang¾ rat tail
Type:Multi-purpose knife
Items Included:Plastic sheath with belt-clip
WarrantyLimited lifetime warranty
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Mora 122 Knife Review 2022

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Back at it again with the Morakniv!

Manufactured and created for over 100 years in Mora, Sweden: the Mora 122 is a knife for whittling.

But not just a general carving knife like the 106.

The Mora 122 is uniquely crafted for detail work.

More on that later.

Mora 122 Top Qualities

This precision tool is designed with oiled birch wood attached to a customization full tang laminated carbon steel blade that fits comfortably and firmly in your hands.

It’s undeniable small body is a direct correlation to it’s intended purpose.

This knife is made for removing material from a spot that is otherwise difficult to achieve with a different size knife.

A task like this receives a lot of help from the thin tapered blade.

Knife:
Steel:Laminated Carbon Steel
Handle:Oiled Birch Wood
Blade Length:2.4-inches (60 mm)
Blade Width: 0.08-inches (2.0 mm)
Total Length:6.7-inches (169 mm)
Weight:1.9 oz. (53g)
Type:Chip Carving
Items Included:Sheath
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Mora 106 Knife Review

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Morakniv 106

Morakniv, a company with over 125 years of knife knowledge handcrafting knives in Mora, Sweden with nothing but it’s customer’s needs in mind.

Today, I bring you a special knife created by this company.

It is sibling to the Mora 120 knife and it’s blade is identical to the Mora 105 we have already reviewed.

It is the Mora 106.

Mora 106 Top Qualities

In comparison, the mora 106 blade is longer (by 0.85″ a total length of 3.2″) to take on generous cuts that the 120 blade (2.35″) can not accomplish.

A huge part of what makes these two knives so great, and often bought together, is this detail:

They compliment eachother.

Where one lacks in performance, the other specializes in.

Knife:
Mora 106
Steel:Laminated Carbon Steel
Blade Length:3.2" (82 mm)
Blade Width:0.08" (2.0 mm)
Total Length: 7.4" (188 mm)
Weight:2.0 oz. (58g)
Type:General Whittling
Items Included:Sheath
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Basic Mora Wood Carving Knife

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Bringing back another Morakniv carving knife to review which is actually a really popular knife among beginners. I removed some material for a bit to test out the edge retention after receiving it then moved on to carving an easy animal figure.

Here is my professional opinion about the basic Mora wood carving knife:

The Mora Wood Carving Knife comes with a 2.0mm thick blade that’s 3.14 inches long of carbon steel, the same blade that the Mora 106 uses, so it’s edge retention is pretty sharp. Although it came sharp, I did have to hone it for a couple minutes after cutting a couple pieces of wood, but after that it held an edge really well. The blade is very narrow and easy to sharpen, and it definitely is a quality blade.

The handle used also comes from another Mora knife which is the 510. Since it is plastic it wasn’t as comfortable as the traditional wood handles like the 106 comes with. The blade isn’t centered in the handle, which doesn’t really bother me much but that’s just me.

Key Notes of the Mora Wood Carving Knife

Technique tip

Do not twist the blade while carving. This adds a lot of stress to the edge of the bade and it’s certainly not good for maintaining a long edge retention. Instead, you’ll want to make straight push cuts and it will stay sharp much longer. If you find yourself doing this be sure to correct your mistake after sharpening it, which is very easy to do with this knife.

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Wayne Barton Chip Carving Knife Set Review

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While I introduce more chip carving tools and tips to the website, I will also be adding more reviews of knives that are best for this style of wood carving. If you’re unfamiliar with chip carving, I suggest checking out our beginners guide: [Read more…] about Wayne Barton Chip Carving Knife Set Review