Morakniv Kansbol... 6 Years Later (Is it Worth it??)
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The old, the venerable, the Morakniv Kansbol. This knife is no new kid to the block, but today we are diving into the pro's, cons, and putting it up against competitors to decipher whether or not this blade is still worth picking up and running in 2021 or 2022.
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I am a poor working class person and I ordered one last night.. for edc I know it isn't the greatest but definitely seems a good choice with my limited options.. I was about to finance a Benchmade 940 but I realized this one is more practical for nearly anything
It isn't the greatest? Yes it is! You won't find a better knife. You can talk about your full tang $300 bs benchmade bla bla bla knives. They're crap. This is the one to go with.
Yea this thing is the shit, best bushcraft, survival, and even edc knife!
You made the right choice, the Kansbol is one of Moras best knives. Unless you lose your Kansbol, it should outlast you. Benchmade knives are overrated, I sold both of mine.
You made the right choice mate.
Im a knife collector and over the years I have bought knives that were apparently "better" or "higher quality". But now I know a bit more about what makes a knife truly great, as opposed to fashionable, I have come full circle and started appreciating how awesome Mora knives are, especially the Kansbol.
Its a Morakniv. Made by design to be the absolute best bang for your buck tool, built in one of the most hi-tech knife factories on earth, using insane levels of scientific precision.
With a Mora you pay for 90% knife, 10% their profits.
With lots of knives you are paying for advertising, marketing, profits, and what you end up with is a piece of crap that looks insanely cool but was prefabbed in China.
Trust me ... I imported an Ontario RAT-7 from the States. Two years later found out that it might be part of a batch they outsourced to a Chinese company that used pot metal and didnt temper the blade correctly. It might shatter at any point.
Mora delivers consistent quality. You made the right choice mate.
Late reply, I know. Just gotta say, don't let the budget price fool you. One of the best around regardless of cost.
I agree with your comprehensive review. I would estimate that 90% of knife buyers in this category are not hardcore bushcrafter or primitive firemakers, so that the Kansbol, for price vs quality, along with most of the Mora line will be excellent performers & cherished additions to anybody's kit.
Exactly! That is a good way to sum it up
This model of Mora is one of Survival Russia's favorite bushcraft knives. Thanks for a great video.
Right on! It is a great blade
👍 Good review.
I have owned all 3 knives used in your comparison.
To me the Bushcraft Black was a disappointment, as you mentioned the handle is odd.
I feel the Condor is an excellent option to the Garberg.
To me the advantage of the Kansbol is 1) the dual grind of the blade which I do feel gives it more functionality, 2) the handle is ergonomically one of the best production handles I have ever used, and 3) I am a big fan of orange handles. In a perfect world the knife should be in your hand or the sheath, but it is not a perfect world and Orange is easier to spot in the wilderness than black or green.
I think as a group we have become too thrilled with “super steels”. Properly heat treated I have never had a knife steel refuse to cut. Plus ALL knives do become dull (generally at the most inconvenient times) and I prefer steels relatively easy to sharpen in the field. I do wish the Kansbol did come with a carbon steel option.
I actually think it being made in stainless makes it more versatile, I know the argument about striking flint but if your prepared enough to carry a knife surely you can also attach a ferro rod or carry matches or a lighter. This steel sharpens really easy and razor sharp to, and being stainless better for working in wet conditions, salt water without worrying.
@@TheDavewatts I like carbon steel go knife blades for many reasons beyond beating them with stones.
@@ROE1300 I never said otherwise, I like carbon steel knives myself but I think the stainless steel on this particular knife lends itself to more uses, less care needed in the field when cleaning fish, cleaning the knife after using it for skinning or wet weather conditions. Just my input, not a criticism on your comment just a conversation.
@@TheDavewatts No worries! I did not take your comment as criticism. I just call BS on all those attributes knife companies use to justify stainless only to accommodate people who can’t/won’t properly maintain their tools.
@@ROE1300 I understand that, I have never had a problem looking after my carbon steel knives, I always have a rag to keep them dry and an old oil bottle from a British army 303 rifle filled with baliston oil, but living in the UK the rain can be pretty relentless and so it's nice to have a decent stainless steel Which I believe these to be, I would have thought they'd have made a carbon steel version by now myself, you never know maybe in the future
Although they'd probably slap a hefty price tag on it to pay for the machine to make them.
The Kansbol is a fantastic knife. It’s great for a camp knife, food prep, bushcraft and hunting knife. I used mine this year on my elk hunt and it did an excellent job skinning and field dressing my elk. The thinner beveled tip was great for getting in along the spine to remove the backstraps and while not ideal for caping it still gets the job done. I did have to resharpen a couple times though as the coarse hair and thick hide of elk is very hard on your edge.
That’s an impressive feat
Was it just a light touch up,
Or did the knife get really blunt.
Ps. When I use my mora's, I never let them get too dull.
Pss. I don't have a kansbol,
Just a couple of companions.
.....I own the same knife, it's a good knife. The blade retension is good and I use the Worksharp pivot sharpener, when I am doing task during weekends away from home. Great knife. I am from Malaysia...
I’ve had a Mora Eldris for years now, I use it everyday. It’s been a great knife.
On my Kansbol (and Terrasour) I replaced the leather belt loop with a plastic clip so I can remove it without taking my belt on and off. Makes it easier to sleep at night as I am a side sleeper...
Also I can now wear it no matter what pants I am wearing or if I am not wearing a belt, sweat pants, swim trunks it doesn't matter.
As a farmer this kansbol is a great knife for me. Some people say it's a good beginner's knife, but I don't agree with this statement. Beginners will beat the crap out of this fine tool...it's cheap but not that cheap, plus it's a shame to abuse a quality tool! One of those cheapest mora knifes is much more appropriate for inexperimented newbies.
While I used to be a 1095 fanboy, these days I'll take 12C27 over it. It outperforms 1095 in almost every way except developing a nice patina 😄
I have a green kansbul on my daily used garden, forage pants with heavy belt. I tuck the sheath into a pocket to stop the constant flip flop. Now my favorite harvest knife! The stainless edge is more prone to roll over than my companion carbon.I would like a carbon slender tip blade better!
You know it!!
I have that exact same knife. It’s the knife we keep it at the campsite. Comes in handy for food processing and Wood tasks. I noticed some TH-camrs are having custom-made knives with these two grinds. Then again they’re asking two to $300 I’ll stick with this one. Stay safe.
It's a very solid choice. It just goes to show its a smart idea
This Mora blade shape is far better for kitchen slicing than any other Mora.
The Kansbol is a good knife. I got a custom leather sheath for my Garberg, so I put my Kansbol in the old leather sheath the Garberg came in. I'm not a big fan of the plastic sheaths. Just a personal preference.
That's totally understandable I like my leather too!
Hey tim
@@tomritter493 Hey there Tom! Funny meeting you here! Small world huh?🤣
@@timbo4374 ya it is
Mine had a blade that would wiggle from the handle did not like it. But I have the he companion and the classic 2 and they have worked for me for way longer amounts of use and did not have this problem.
Wow sounds like a lemon to me
I really like this knife for the features mentioned , I keep this in my kit as a second knife. Alan R
That's awesome. Glad you like it!
As much u use it you will love it .
Recently we bucther a veal approx 600 LB , and me and my friend do from start to finish in 4 hour, i just use Kansbol and my friend got his 6 inch victoriaknox , small saw, and hoaning rod.
We never felt under knife .
Nice!!
one of my favorites! Thanks for the vid. :-)
Glad you enjoyed it!
⛪✝🙏 Very much worth it, thank you for posting your video, God bless you stay safe out there today 🏆⛪🙏
Thank you! You too!
I got the kansbol a few years ago when i was on holiday visiting family there wasnt any kitchen knifes for me and my partner to use so i figured ill grab one for that worked better then using any of my folders or the kukri i brought with me ended up getting the garberg a few weeks later and i didnt like the feel of the handle even though it was the same.
Good review , I like it , thanks for sharing , God bless !
Thanks for watching!
1962 I was bumming around europe and tool a job in Sweden, a old carpender used a mora knife with a hammer for cutting jobs .he was an artist I couldn't believe that knife could take that abuse. He said soft steel laminated over high carbon was the secret. Latter in the early 60 s I took a job on a swedish ship and every sailor carried a mora knife. They only cost a couple bucks with a wood handel.
surprised no-one has done a kansbol vs 2000 comparison .. and what the kansbol offers over and above the 2000.
Only had the black .and I don't baton so can't say but the black I had rusted in humidity lol so it really wasent great out onthe weather
Oh, goodness. Thanks for telling me!
Mora's are good knives. They aren't axes. Why anyone would go bushcrafting and not have a small axe in their pack is incomprehensible. If you know you're going to chop wood, bring a tool for it. A knife isn't it.
Shows how strong the knife is almost anything now can do it now, plus it's fun. But If there's a knot then you need a axe or small hatchet
Love this knife very much!!!
I have many high end big/heavy knives. I carry this one. Cheers!
You know it!!
Just picked one up as my new backpacking knife. On long trails, weight really starts to matter. Especially, when you're starting to age up. Ha. I've been with knives for too long to venture into the backcountry without one, and this seems like a capable comprise for light wood processing, while keeping down the weight.
I would have bought this a few days ago..... but I can't decide on orange or olive... THanks for the review.
The companion carbon HD would be a cheaper option than the terrasaur no?
@@bobbychuckles8764 I would rather have the Terrasaur
Real office hands XD
They should also do a full tang kansbol
What would you upgrade to if you could?
I'm looking into getting this knife as my main survival knife cause I'm on a budget lol rn it's the cold steel Finn bear great knife for 10 dollars also I carry buck 119 cause I'm a hunter keep the Finn bear in my maxpedition fatty survival kit
I do not think it will disappoint.
The Kansbol is more of a bushcraft knife than a survival knife. For a budget survival knife you can’t go wrong with the Cold Steel SRK in SK5. You can still get those for around $40 which is about the same price as the Kansbol.
Doesn't look like you used it much over 6 years.
Hello, is sharpening difficult?
Anyone advise how and where to aquire JUST the attachment of the Mora striker mod.
I have the black Mora and just want the mod for it.
I don't know that one.
@@AlaskanFrontier1 its that black mod added to your orange sheath. Hold ferro rod.
I am considering the garberg. Any help would be useful. Although the carbon steel blade with its full tang make it a better survival knife.
My advice. Get it. It's a great knife. Though I like the Terrasaur slightly more.
@@AlaskanFrontier1 another question the ka bar no Becker bk no 10? ?????
@@albertlevy3721 they are not my style
Great review
Thank ya!
Holy vocal fry, batman!
Hahaha
I use this knife to make Balogna and Goverment Cheese sandwiches. Im sure all yall know how hard it can be to slice 10# Goverment Cheese blocks,but this knife goes right through like butter. The mustard and mayonaise washes right off the easy grip handle. I love this knife and so does everyone in my Trailer Park.The pointy tip makes opening the stubbern pop tops on beer cans too! Buy this knife you wont regret it a bit. Sept it aint made in America. 😁😎
Wasn't a fan of the Kansbol handle. Plus, the blade came a little messed up. Returned it. If they change the handle style I might reconsider. Went with a Hultafors OK4 instead. Had to rework the edge on stones and a strop but now it's an amazing blade and cutter. I'd take the OK4 over my Mora Bushcraft Black.
Wow I'll keep that one in mind
The same blade is available with different handles. The older version of the kansbol is the Mora 2000 which has a fairly similar handle, but there is also the Bushcraft Forest which has the 2000 blade and the same handle as the bushcraft black but in green.
Why do you sound like a broken Elon musk robot
Excellent content, but I have the volume all the way up and I can barely hear you.
What’s with ur watch
Thank you, sir, for that great demo. Btw, are you still married to that wild girl we used to see on your website?
No sir
@@AlaskanFrontier1 Sorry to hear that, my brother.
Was that Hatchers Pass?
I got water, honey, and tea. Whatever you need...
The Kansbol has always intrigued me...but I’m still waiting for my Cold Steel Roach Belly to wear out...lol - No seriously I have Mora blades scattered in numerous kits yet I haven’t purchased one since the Companion first came out...
That hilarious. But not a bad approach!
Hey I have the Finn bear to me it's just as good as a mora I've baton wood with it and torture it and still going strong but imma get kansbol now keep the bear in my survival kit
The “Lurch” review.
Why are you whispering?
because he's a woodsman
It’s a vocal fry. It’s a deal breaker for me. Can’t watch.
Apple Watch strapped to the inside to conceal but it’s a literal IR BEACON. 😂
Your voice 🤔😖
anoying way of talking, cant listen more than 30 seconds...
Thanks!
Dat accent! sorry, can't.
Lol no accent
Its they way he is not pushing out his voice. Sounds like he is trying to speak slowly just above a whisper for some reason. Like nails on a chalkboard.