Absolutely effing LOVE how gideon does not drag out his recommendation. He tells you straight up within the first few seconds. After that I keep watching for the enjoyment of his review.
@@darrenlamb5640 I remember the name from the Paul McCartney Beatles song “Rocky Raccoon”, which mentions “Gideons Bible”, which I believe is a group that put bibles in hotel rooms across the country. Personally I would never open up a bible, but it works for some people I guess. This is from memory so excuse me if I get some of it wrong: Rocky raccoon, fell back into his room, only to find Gideons Bible. Well Gideon checked out, and he left it no doubt, to help with good Rocky’s revival.
Just bought a Kansbol and took it for its maiden voyage in the George Washington National Forest. It did everything I needed it to do. It really does feel good in your hand. The blade was super sharp from the factory and I was super happy with it. I got the orange knife in case I ever dropped it, it would be easier to spot.
Smart choice on color! The whole low-viz thing is counter productive IMO for outdoor gear. The tacticool crowd pretends everything is a spec-op mission. The reality is hi-viz is far more safe and practical for gear you a actually use.
Mora 2000 was designed as a hunting knife. The compound grind (thin tip) is there to make it easier to skin game and cut sinews in joints. It was quickly and lovingly adopted by all kinds of outdoor people. The kansbol is basically mora 2000 3.0. The mora 2010/bushcraft forest being the 2.0. The garberg is fashioned after the mora 2000/2010/kansbol, not vice versa.
I am new to Mora and overwhelmed - I want them all. This clip has helped me greatly to slim down my choices. I have watched a few of your videos, and as a Brit, find you very refreshing and easy to listen to and understand. Whilst entertaining, there is no unnecessary waffling, and full of facts. A great job. Many thanks.
Yep, your definitely right about the Kansobol. The Kansobol Mora all the way, hands down for the quality and price. Best bang for your buck. Another great review Sir
A great knife, but prefer the black for ergos and pointier tip. I use the hammer grip for 99% of cutting tasks so i don't really care how it feels in my hand for the occasional other type of grip.
Anyone looking to purchase their first Mora would do well to watch this review . Thanks Aaron , as always , for this very objective , honest and practical assessment of these outrageously popular bushcraft / survival blades . I actually like the sheaths on my Moras (regular Companion MG & High Q Allround) but would have to agree that the belt clips are a bit awkward and less than ideal . Since I usually carry my Mora inside the pack (always rocking my mid-size SRK instead) , the clip isn't really an issue for me , but instead have added a hi-vis paracord lanyard , girth hitched around and through the belt clip hole , that is highly adjustable for length , so that when in camp it can be used as a dangler , a neck carry , a tree hanger , etc. Perhaps someone might find this carry mod idea useful . It has definitely improved things here ! All the best . Glenn
I agree with you. I needed two knives one heavy duty all purpose utility knife and I needed a knife more geared to bush crafting tasks. For bush crafting tasks I chose the Kansbol for a utility knife I chose the Gerber Strongarm. Worked out to be an awesome combination.
Kansbol was not in my sight radius until after I watched this excellent video...twice. Price to performance on the Kansbol, coupled with my intended use, make it the better choice for me. Thanks for a basic down to Earth presentation.
Great input here Aaron. This is my first Mora purchase so a timely video. Wanted to start with the best all around product they had. Will be putting to the test in next couple of weeks on upcoming hike at Linville Gorge. Thanks for your great advice. Will keep you posted on my first experience with the Kansbol
Great video. I love the Kansbol. As an addition to the line-up I want to suggest the 510. This little knife is very capable and is remarkably strong. This ultra light and compact knife can do almost everything the compagnion can do . It's the perfect e.d.c. or backup blade.
Love the Bushcraft Black... Don't know what your deal is with the handle... Probably the best I've ever had... I beat the crap out of this knife and it is still is awesome... I even baton with it... Like big ass stuff... and it always comes through... Sharpens easy also... Just one tough knife... Love the really sharp 90 degree spine for starting fires...
yea , strange he has issues with the Bushcraft BLACK HANDLE , yet the moment i picked it up for the first time i knew it was the right one for me , it like a woman thing enit not one thing suits everybody .
I have the companion heavy duty and so far it seems to be an incredible quality knife for the money. It comes with a dull micro bevel, that I immediately ground down to a 25-degree edge. Now that it is sharp it's a great knife in my opinion.
The companion stainless serrated is my choice for use and value (but I don’t whittle or dress game). I know serrated blades aren’t cool, and definitely fall short in some areas, but, for utility, it works for me.
Great video! Your assessment of the Mora Kansbol was spot on. My first Mora was the Eldris, my second is the Mora Garberg carbon, absolutely love both knives. As I was unpacking the Garberg I knew this knife was special. Keep up your great videos.
Had the garberg stainless in like 3 years now, just got the one in carbon almost 1 week ago, took it for some walks and really, I am inlove with it, I can feel the difference in the steel it is amazing 👏
The Companion is also available in orange and black. Also, the sheath harks back to their original purpose as knives for on site, fishing, etc, so you can attach it to the pocket of a shirt, safety harness, or whatever. Attach it to your torso and you are more likely to realise it has gone missing. That said, I love my Kansbol. And every Mora I've owned has been excellent value and sharp as a Barracuda out of the box! Thanks for the review
I have the heavy duties three of them. For three different packs. Also I have the Kansbol. And I've done a lot of work with all and they're both really great. But like everybody else you have to love the handle on the Kansbol. No matter what you can't go wrong with a mora knife
I have counting on top of my head 18 moras(maybe more I forgot about). I like them all. I have all that you have in this video. To me the best is the bushcrafter line. The best bang for the buck is the heavy duty.
i have a garberg and i love it, but i still end up taking, and using, my classic no2 on most outings because it also has a great feel in the hand, it's lightweight, and great for most of the same tasks.
Me: Mora 2000. Forest Green Always around and very useful- Just works and like the integrated sheath- Thanks. One of the hardest working guys on YT Intelligent, well prepared, informative content and nearly zero gimmicks And I prefer no music... Too many are DJ’s in their own minds and their music sound bit choices, sound levels and placement is a distraction and just plan silliness
Excellent comparison video! The only downside of the recommended best Mora, is that perhaps should have recommended more of its food prep capability at the expense of knife tip strength. All in all, however, a number of excellent points and a fine analysis. Very important point on construction material differences. Keep up the Great work!
Right now I am down to one Mora. Gave the rest away over time. Which one have I kept? HD Companion in carbon steel...Oh and I use a simple diamond hone to put a 90° spine on all my outdoor knives. Takes about five minutes in a Mora....Edited: Bought more Moras of course!
I will partially agree. Out of the one shown here, you really can’t go wrong with any, but I would take the Kansbol over the other. If you’re looking for a Mora, though, there are some now great models from the past that should be looked at as well.
I’ve had several Mora carving knives, a Kansbol , a 5/11 and I just got a stainless companion with a rubberized handle . I have done some nice finish carving with the carving knife and I like the little 5/11 and I really like the new companion it’s so sharp and does food prep great 1/8” tomato slices and chicken just fine . Of all of them the Kansbol is my least favorite, I can’t seem to sharpen it !
I LOVE my Kansbol, its the first Mora ive ever owned. I agree with all the points you made and I even like the "goofy" cuts near the tip of the blade. Next purchase will be a Garberg but im not sure if I want it in stainless or carbon.... tough decision.
I like my bushcraft black. The handle isn't perfect but it's a great knife for fire prep and removing material. I can't break it, having used my foot on the handle and smashing the blade through huge knots.
I love the vintage laminated steel Mora knives that you can sometimes stumble upon. Current production laminated steel Mora knives are good as well, but I like to think that the vintage ones are just a tad bit better. They are also completely ambidextrous and the laminated steel makes for easy upkeep of that scandi-grind. Personally, I also like the old school 510 (the new 511 is ok, too), especially for the price and the 440 (Scout model, sadly discontinued) as well as the Mora 106, which is hard to beat for a dedicated woodcarving knife.
I would agree with your decision on this. The Garberg is cool, but as you said, for regular camp tasks, you don't need a huge beast of a blade or full tang. Multi-mount system is cool too.
My first Mora was the Garberg, then Eldris and their 'basic wood carving knife. Buy the best first time, waste of money buying cheap then upgrading. I only bought one single Spyderco and one Benchmade PM2 and the 940, instead of buying upgrades 'get the best, forget the rest'. 40 years doing woodworking and carpentry
Great video. I own some really great knives, but unless I need something specific then the Kansbol is pretty often my go to knife. Knives are quite personal, but I think this is one of the best value knives I’ve used for ages.
For sheer value for money and useability it is definitely the best Mora knife. I enjoy using both my Garberg and Kansbol knives. I use the retention strap and the belt loop by securing them with bicycle inner tube into which I push a ferro rod giving me fire starting and tinder for emergency use. I carry each knife on my black and OG 5.11 Rush 72 packs in a P90 double magazine pouch with a folding saw. Great video, please keep informing and entertaining us.
I have the Mora Garberg I wanted a full tang bushcraft knife and the option I purchased had the leather dangler with the ferrosium rod attachment and sharpener on the same attachment it has served me well for the 2 years I've had it for it was the Stainless Steel blade to boot as I live in Wales one of the wettest places on earth I personally have ever been to ha ha.
Great video!!! I have all of them and my choice is... COMPANION HD! Recently I`d bought a great leather sheat from BPS Knives for same "special" moments
I "recently" did an inventory of my knife collection, which contains several brand names. I hadn't realized it, but so far I've amassed 12 Mora knives! I was amazed, I suppose that I just can't keep away from quality and reasonable prices.
My GoTo Mora 90% of the time 'had' been the Bushcraft Stainless Survival Orange package. The other 10% was mainly ice-fishing with the 2000 or the collaboration Light-My-Fire. Bushcraft Black tactical in Moly just in the collection. Since obtaining Garberg 14c28N --- it is the #1 carry 90% of time mixing it up w/ the Eldris on occasion. I have the Kansbol... but it mainly hangs out in multi-mount as part of my Mora appreciation collection. If I had to say what is the best MORA (and only 1)... I'd say go Stainless Garberg in Leather Sheath. Multi-mount is only a good selection viable to reliable retention when creatively modified. IF the 'all-arounder best was based on 'value' with multi-mode capability... Companion, Robust , and Craftline HighQ Allround. 'Best' for little detailed task #1 classic & 511.
My favorite is Companion. Like you said, Bushcraft handle is awkward for those times you do power/shoulder pull cuts. I think I'd be more sold on Kansbol if it rocked the 14C28N instead of the 12C27N. Can anyone confirm if the Mora 2000 also is 12C27N??? They have a special edition going on
I could not decide which was better. So I bought both the Kansbol and the Garberg. But, if I had to go with only one of the two, I'd pick the Garberg. Mostly because it does better cutting through the breast plate of a deer.
Hi, I got many Moras, but after a short time I sold a lot of them. My favorit knifes are 2, the Mora Kansbol, I got 2 different colours in green and orange and the new model of 2019 the Mora Companion Spark. The Spark fits cool in my hand, got size 10 in gloves, and you got the firesteel in the handle, it´s the big brother of the "light my fire" knive which had corperated with Mora, but they don´t sell this knife any more. All you need for camping or hiking or light bushcraft is the Companion Spark with a very sharp spine in my opinion !!! Good channel, good videos, keep rollin man, like it. Greetings from germany. Rob
Aaron I think you are spot on with saying the Kansbol is the best Mora according to all the criteria you mentioned. I personally own several Moras and I do find when I am going out for a day or up to a week it's always the Kansbol that I choose to take with me. It's almost like an updated Mora forest and the combination grind is awesome for camp chores as well as skinning game.
My adult knife collection started with the Bushcraft Black. I haven't used it in awhile. Pulled it out today to prepare wood for a fire. Damn, what a good knife. Does most everything great. I'm thinking about picking up a Kansbol or an Eldris.
I’ve been carrying some type of pocket knife and knife for 50 years and I JUST got my first Mora 546 recently lol and I love this little thing and maybe more to carry than my Issue Kabar. I want to get another Mora and I’m thinking the Garberg or Kansbol especially after this amazing Video, thank you my friend truly for all the great Intel you give us in your Honest and unbiased reviews. Stay safe my Friend Semper Fidelis
Moras are like razor blades. They are mass produced, cheap and nondescript...but they work, and work well. If you lose or break one, it's no big deal and it's not something you're going to hand down to your kids. Like potato chips or peanuts, you can't have just one. Get a bag full of Moras and put them wherever you're likely to be, or go. Great companion.
I concur. I especially like it as a hiking and fishing knife - lightweight, versatile in both use and carry, supremely ergonomic, and with the high temperatures, humidity, and salt in my environment, easy to maintain.
I always liked that blade shape of the Kansbol , I first discovered it years ago on my Cold Steel Piece Makers , the 6" version is Awesome and they are only around $28 ....👍🖖
Really like my kansbol. Have been looking at Garberg but can't decide between stainless or carbon. I know the pros and cons of both but hard to make decison
Kansbol is good, but the Classic 2 is better. Ergonomics are good with both, the blade on either can do the same work, and the cost is much less. The thickness of the Classic 2 spine is strong enough for “knife chores” and can easily filed to 90 degree angles. Outside the Classic line I do agree the Garberg and Kansbol have the best ergonomics and of these the Kansbol is best. Fancy steels are nice, but has a Mora Classic 2 ever broken due to poor steel?
I personally love the Mora Pro C and the Eldris (with the multi grind). And yes, the C stands for carbon. The Eldris is in 12C27 though, but I like that steel as well.
Excellent video,my friend in my humble opinion the Mora Garberg is the best value and best for hunting.I'm a big Scandi knife fan eg. Mora,Helle,Eka and I have two Bark River knives a few Buck and Gerber.But when I'm going hunting it's two Garbergs I bring,great knives,stay safe.
This is a great video (and channel) and really nailed the different Moras. I have several (Companion, Bushcraft Black, Garberg, and Eldris) and find that I really like each of them, all for slightly different reasons. Kansbol is next on my list.
Hello good, a question. When sharpening the Garberg you do it according to the scandi angle or you do it by the microbevel that comes from the factory. Thank you!!
Kansbol is probably the best overall Mora for the average user, but the best for the money is undoubtedly the Robust. $13 for a knife you'll never manage to break without a severe lapse in judgement.
Just got my kansbol in the burnt orange color . It has quickly become my favorite knife , and personally I love the look of the blade profile , although I do know it’s not going to be as durable as a regular scandi grind
I literally just ordered the bushcraft black on amazon, then canceled my order and went with the Kansbol about halfway through this comparison lol. I would also prefer the full scadi grind of the Garberg but don't really want to spend double just for a better looking blade
Spend the extra 50$ you saved on a kershaw camp 14 or10. I got a kansbol also, but I have other bigger choppers to do other stuff. The garberg is to expensive not to be a true tactical knife at that price point.
I find myself being drawn into the Kansbol camp ... mora and mora (chuckle). A Kansbol for camp kitchen and general purpose, a Companion HD for banging around in the bushes .... and something else, another knife. What could it be? I'm thinkin' a Mora 105--smallish carving blade with birch handle. For fooling around the campfire at night, carving a totem pole, or canoe, or whathaveyou.
I would call it a draw between the Kansbol and the Mora 2000. The Kansbol has a lanyard hole and the sheath upgrade option but the 2000 has an even better handle in my opinion. I was very surprised that you don't like the Blacks handle, simply because with my small to medium hands it is by far my favorite. Been along time since I've commented, sorry about that.
I know this video is a bit dated but I just ordered a Kansbol. Mine is orange and comes with the survival kit. It will be my kayaking knife. My Bark River Crusader I just got is a tad heavy lol.
The Kansbol also got a better (imo) basic sheath and a perfect, 90 degree spine. Just saying. I still got the 2000 - love it, and for 10 USD or so less than the Kansbol I argue it’s the best value ever. By the way, the special blade design of the 2000/Kansbol is for skinning/flaying. Not that it’s bad for food prep, but it’s with that in mind it was designed. Hence the 2000’s popularity among (Scandinavian) hunters.
great video, thanks. i saw in Mora Sweden that the Morakniv guys apply special heat treatment to their blades. so you can say that the 12C27 is like 1095 after that. really tough and sturdy.
@@1800moonSugar thanks for the info. one more question : the Sandvik 12C27 and 14C28N come in knives from all over the world. they have different HRC coming from different factories. the occurance of chipping is different, too. they all claim it's due to their heat treatment. so what is it ?
I own a regular Companion, & my Kansbol arrives today..I also have the Kbar 1211, the SRK San Mai, the glock Knife, the Prodigy Gerber Fine edge, & the Cold steel Outdoorsman Lite in German 4116 with the plastic sheath, the Cold steel Luzon 4 inch blade..
From the Mora web page...so straight from the horses mouth "Mora Robust This knife is designed and intended for Scandinavian construction workers. Here, our priority is a sharp and durable edge with a good grip, which means that the look of the spine isn’t a high priority feature. You are more than welcome to use any of our knives for your intended needs, but keep in mind that the spine will be “raw” (not grinded) on most craftsmen and construction knives. Therefore, it’s not compatible with a fire starter." Even the Mora company is perplexed about you people using a craft-knife as a bush-craft knife. The Robust is meant to be used by construction workers and is not to be relied on in a life and death situation....Just saying :p
Cansbul vs. Garberg: I think you talked around the issue, and focused on price. In my mind, it's the thickness of the Garberg -- in terms of the increased blade angle -- some are implying that finest shavings from a stick are too thick for fire-starting; vs. the Cansbul's added profile to a thinner blade. What does the thinner pointed end of the Cansbul do for me? This was not discussed.
Never been a fan of the Mora’s. But somehow, the Eldris spoke to me, and I’ve been buying Mora Knives. I just got a Companion for Mumma Bear, and I already have three Eldris knives, and really like them. Garburg is my favorite, although I don’t have one (I do have a Condor Terrasaur).
I have always preferred Carbon blades because of ease in sharpening. I don't mind the extra care they require. So Kansbol wouldn't be a good choice for me since it is only available in stainless steel.
I like the video. KNIVES are so personal opinionated. I like the fact that the kansbol not ur favorite but in ur opinion it's the best for the buck. I like ur reviews. Thx
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Absolutely effing LOVE how gideon does not drag out his recommendation. He tells you straight up within the first few seconds. After that I keep watching for the enjoyment of his review.
His name is actually arron... or aaron (one of them at any rate). The channel is named after the biblical character i believe.
@@darrenlamb5640 I remember the name from the Paul McCartney Beatles song “Rocky Raccoon”, which mentions “Gideons Bible”, which I believe is a group that put bibles in hotel rooms across the country. Personally I would never open up a bible, but it works for some people I guess.
This is from memory so excuse me if I get some of it wrong:
Rocky raccoon, fell back into his room, only to find Gideons Bible. Well Gideon checked out, and he left it no doubt, to help with good Rocky’s revival.
So send him a Valentines Day card.
Just bought a Kansbol and took it for its maiden voyage in the George Washington National Forest. It did everything I needed it to do. It really does feel good in your hand. The blade was super sharp from the factory and I was super happy with it. I got the orange knife in case I ever dropped it, it would be easier to spot.
Smart choice on color! The whole low-viz thing is counter productive IMO for outdoor gear. The tacticool crowd pretends everything is a spec-op mission. The reality is hi-viz is far more safe and practical for gear you a actually use.
May I get information about what you did with it though?
Asking out of pure interest.
@@shamitosonPlenty of military personell uses the Kansbol, and they don't like shiny stuff at all.
Mora 2000 was designed as a hunting knife. The compound grind (thin tip) is there to make it easier to skin game and cut sinews in joints. It was quickly and lovingly adopted by all kinds of outdoor people. The kansbol is basically mora 2000 3.0. The mora 2010/bushcraft forest being the 2.0. The garberg is fashioned after the mora 2000/2010/kansbol, not vice versa.
I was thinking that the kansbol looks a lot like my old mora 2000.
Bushcraft black has my vote, the handle is awesome and my favorite.
I am new to Mora and overwhelmed - I want them all. This clip has helped me greatly to slim down my choices. I have watched a few of your videos, and as a Brit, find you very refreshing and easy to listen to and understand. Whilst entertaining, there is no unnecessary waffling, and full of facts. A great job. Many thanks.
I have several Mora knives and the Kansbol is my favorite.
Yep, your definitely right about the Kansobol. The Kansobol Mora all the way, hands down for the quality and price. Best bang for your buck. Another great review Sir
A great knife, but prefer the black for ergos and pointier tip. I use the hammer grip for 99% of cutting tasks so i don't really care how it feels in my hand for the occasional other type of grip.
Anyone looking to purchase their first Mora would do well to watch this review . Thanks Aaron , as always , for this very objective , honest and practical assessment of these outrageously popular bushcraft / survival blades . I actually like the sheaths on my Moras (regular Companion MG & High Q Allround) but would have to agree that the belt clips are a bit awkward and less than ideal . Since I usually carry my Mora inside the pack (always rocking my mid-size SRK instead) , the clip isn't really an issue for me , but instead have added a hi-vis paracord lanyard , girth hitched around and through the belt clip hole , that is highly adjustable for length , so that when in camp it can be used as a dangler , a neck carry , a tree hanger , etc. Perhaps someone might find this carry mod idea useful . It has definitely improved things here ! All the best . Glenn
I agree with you. I needed two knives one heavy duty all purpose utility knife and I needed a knife more geared to bush crafting tasks. For bush crafting tasks I chose the Kansbol for a utility knife I chose the Gerber Strongarm. Worked out to be an awesome combination.
I bought a Kansbol 😊 many years ago for the reasons that you have pointed out on your video.
Good choice!
Thanks! I've been collecting knives since I was 5 years old lol 😆
@@paulstone1912 heck ya!!
Kansbol was not in my sight radius until after I watched this excellent video...twice. Price to performance on the Kansbol, coupled with my intended use, make it the better choice for me. Thanks for a basic down to Earth presentation.
Great input here Aaron. This is my first Mora purchase so a timely video. Wanted to start with the best all around product they had. Will be putting to the test in next couple of weeks on upcoming hike at Linville Gorge. Thanks for your great advice. Will keep you posted on my first experience with the Kansbol
I have a Kansbol and an Eldris. It's a good (cost-effective) solution. Great video!
Great video. I love the Kansbol. As an addition to the line-up I want to suggest the 510. This little knife is very capable and is remarkably strong. This ultra light and compact knife can do almost everything the compagnion can do . It's the perfect e.d.c. or backup blade.
Love the Bushcraft Black... Don't know what your deal is with the handle... Probably the best I've ever had... I beat the crap out of this knife and it is still is awesome... I even baton with it... Like big ass stuff... and it always comes through... Sharpens easy also... Just one tough knife... Love the really sharp 90 degree spine for starting fires...
I totally agree.
yea , strange he has issues with the Bushcraft BLACK HANDLE , yet the moment i picked it up for the first time i knew it was the right one for me , it like a woman thing enit not one thing suits everybody .
I have the companion heavy duty and so far it seems to be an incredible quality knife for the money. It comes with a dull micro bevel, that I immediately ground down to a 25-degree edge. Now that it is sharp it's a great knife in my opinion.
Hey man, when you say 25 degrees, is that the stock angle of the scandi grind on the Companion?
Great video. I really like how thorough you are with the specs and how to operate the sheath system.
The companion stainless serrated is my choice for use and value (but I don’t whittle or dress game). I know serrated blades aren’t cool, and definitely fall short in some areas, but, for utility, it works for me.
Great video! Your assessment of the Mora Kansbol was spot on. My first Mora was the Eldris, my second is the Mora Garberg carbon, absolutely love both knives. As I was unpacking the Garberg I knew this knife was special. Keep up your great videos.
Had the garberg stainless in like 3 years now, just got the one in carbon almost 1 week ago, took it for some walks and really, I am inlove with it, I can feel the difference in the steel it is amazing 👏
The Companion is also available in orange and black.
Also, the sheath harks back to their original purpose as knives for on site, fishing, etc, so you can attach it to the pocket of a shirt, safety harness, or whatever. Attach it to your torso and you are more likely to realise it has gone missing.
That said, I love my Kansbol. And every Mora I've owned has been excellent value and sharp as a Barracuda out of the box!
Thanks for the review
And the Mora Classics go under the radar once again
I have the heavy duties three of them. For three different packs. Also I have the Kansbol. And I've done a lot of work with all and they're both really great. But like everybody else you have to love the handle on the Kansbol. No matter what you can't go wrong with a mora knife
I have counting on top of my head 18 moras(maybe more I forgot about). I like them all. I have all that you have in this video. To me the best is the bushcrafter line. The best bang for the buck is the heavy duty.
i have a garberg and i love it, but i still end up taking, and using, my classic no2 on most outings because it also has a great feel in the hand, it's lightweight, and great for most of the same tasks.
Me: Mora 2000. Forest Green
Always around and very useful-
Just works and like the integrated sheath-
Thanks.
One of the hardest working guys on YT
Intelligent, well prepared, informative content and nearly zero gimmicks
And I prefer no music...
Too many are DJ’s in their own minds
and their music sound bit choices, sound levels and placement is a distraction and just plan silliness
Excellent comparison video! The only downside of the recommended best Mora, is that perhaps should have recommended more of its food prep capability at the expense of knife tip strength. All in all, however, a number of excellent points and a fine analysis. Very important point on construction material differences. Keep up the Great work!
Right now I am down to one Mora. Gave the rest away over time. Which one have I kept? HD Companion in carbon steel...Oh and I use a simple diamond hone to put a 90° spine on all my outdoor knives. Takes about five minutes in a Mora....Edited: Bought more Moras of course!
I have almost every mora except the kansbol...gotta get one! Love the garberg and the leather sheath is really nice.
Totally agree. All dandy knives. All do the job. All reliable. Kansbol has all the attributes but adds lightness and utility.
I will partially agree. Out of the one shown here, you really can’t go wrong with any, but I would take the Kansbol over the other. If you’re looking for a Mora, though, there are some now great models from the past that should be looked at as well.
Let me know the day you loose the mora companion sheath by any of the ways suggested.
I was gonna say. I can't get these things off a belt to save my life.
I’ve had several Mora carving knives, a Kansbol , a 5/11 and I just got a stainless companion with a rubberized handle . I have done some nice finish carving with the carving knife and I like the little 5/11 and I really like the new companion it’s so sharp and does food prep great 1/8” tomato slices and chicken just fine . Of all of them the Kansbol is my least favorite, I can’t seem to sharpen it !
I LOVE my Kansbol, its the first Mora ive ever owned. I agree with all the points you made and I even like the "goofy" cuts near the tip of the blade. Next purchase will be a Garberg but im not sure if I want it in stainless or carbon.... tough decision.
go for carbon. tougher, but needs to be sharpened more often. gets a wonderful patina after a few years. Edit: spelling mistake
I like my bushcraft black. The handle isn't perfect but it's a great knife for fire prep and removing material. I can't break it, having used my foot on the handle and smashing the blade through huge knots.
I love the vintage laminated steel Mora knives that you can sometimes stumble upon. Current production laminated steel Mora knives are good as well, but I like to think that the vintage ones are just a tad bit better. They are also completely ambidextrous and the laminated steel makes for easy upkeep of that scandi-grind.
Personally, I also like the old school 510 (the new 511 is ok, too), especially for the price and the 440 (Scout model, sadly discontinued) as well as the Mora 106, which is hard to beat for a dedicated woodcarving knife.
I would agree with your decision on this. The Garberg is cool, but as you said, for regular camp tasks, you don't need a huge beast of a blade or full tang. Multi-mount system is cool too.
My first Mora was the Garberg, then Eldris and their 'basic wood carving knife. Buy the best first time, waste of money buying cheap then upgrading. I only bought one single Spyderco and one Benchmade PM2 and the 940, instead of buying upgrades 'get the best, forget the rest'. 40 years doing woodworking and carpentry
Great video. I own some really great knives, but unless I need something specific then the Kansbol is pretty often my go to knife. Knives are quite personal, but I think this is one of the best value knives I’ve used for ages.
For sheer value for money and useability it is definitely the best Mora knife. I enjoy using both my Garberg and Kansbol knives. I use the retention strap and the belt loop by securing them with bicycle inner tube into which I push a ferro rod giving me fire starting and tinder for emergency use. I carry each knife on my black and OG 5.11 Rush 72 packs in a P90 double magazine pouch with a folding saw. Great video, please keep informing and entertaining us.
IMO, the Mora heavy duty companion is the best Mora knife.
Do you hate the price of the companion spark compared to the reg companion?😧😧😧😧😧
Just bought Mora Garberg carbon. Rly happy with it
IMO, Bushcraft Black.
Why the stupid handles on the Garberg and Kansbol
@@michaelvonhaven105 stupid? Why?
I really like the one in collaboration with Light My Fire.
I have the Mora Garberg I wanted a full tang bushcraft knife and the option I purchased had the leather dangler with the ferrosium rod attachment and sharpener on the same attachment it has served me well for the 2 years I've had it for it was the Stainless Steel blade to boot as I live in Wales one of the wettest places on earth I personally have ever been to ha ha.
I have 3 and I still want one Mora.
Great video!!!
I have all of them and my choice is... COMPANION HD!
Recently I`d bought a great leather sheat from BPS Knives for same "special" moments
You make some of if not the best gear videos on TH-cam... at least the most honest and consistent!
Wish you would mention the slots on the back of the sheath is for a button. But as always great video.
I "recently" did an inventory of my knife collection, which contains several brand names. I hadn't realized it, but so far I've amassed 12 Mora knives! I was amazed, I suppose that I just can't keep away from quality and reasonable prices.
I believe considering all aspects, Kansbol is the BMW of Moras.
I love mine.
Thanks for very precious review and all those precise comparisons.
Yeah but the garberg is the rolls royce of moras ; )
@@darrenlamb5640 can’t agree more
My GoTo Mora 90% of the time 'had' been the Bushcraft Stainless Survival Orange package. The other 10% was mainly ice-fishing with the 2000 or the collaboration Light-My-Fire. Bushcraft Black tactical in Moly just in the collection. Since obtaining Garberg 14c28N --- it is the #1 carry 90% of time mixing it up w/ the Eldris on occasion. I have the Kansbol... but it mainly hangs out in multi-mount as part of my Mora appreciation collection. If I had to say what is the best MORA (and only 1)... I'd say go Stainless Garberg in Leather Sheath. Multi-mount is only a good selection viable to reliable retention when creatively modified. IF the 'all-arounder best was based on 'value' with multi-mode capability... Companion, Robust , and Craftline HighQ Allround. 'Best' for little detailed task #1 classic & 511.
My favorite is Companion. Like you said, Bushcraft handle is awkward for those times you do power/shoulder pull cuts.
I think I'd be more sold on Kansbol if it rocked the 14C28N instead of the 12C27N.
Can anyone confirm if the Mora 2000 also is 12C27N??? They have a special edition going on
I could not decide which was better. So I bought both the Kansbol and the Garberg. But, if I had to go with only one of the two, I'd pick the Garberg. Mostly because it does better cutting through the breast plate of a deer.
I prefer the Pro-C and Pro-S
Hi, I got many Moras, but after a short time I sold a lot of them. My favorit knifes are 2, the Mora Kansbol, I got 2 different colours in green and orange and the new model of 2019 the Mora Companion Spark. The Spark fits cool in my hand, got size 10 in gloves, and you got the firesteel in the handle, it´s the big brother of the "light my fire" knive which had corperated with Mora, but they don´t sell this knife any more. All you need for camping or hiking or light bushcraft is the Companion Spark with a very sharp spine in my opinion !!! Good channel, good videos, keep rollin man, like it. Greetings from germany. Rob
Mora Classic no 2 with the wooden handle. Every day. Just amazing. :)
I thought you said it was perfect for witchcraft. Had to relisten to hear woodcraft
Aaron I think you are spot on with saying the Kansbol is the best Mora according to all the criteria you mentioned. I personally own several Moras and I do find when I am going out for a day or up to a week it's always the Kansbol that I choose to take with me. It's almost like an updated Mora forest and the combination grind is awesome for camp chores as well as skinning game.
My adult knife collection started with the Bushcraft Black. I haven't used it in awhile. Pulled it out today to prepare wood for a fire. Damn, what a good knife. Does most everything great. I'm thinking about picking up a Kansbol or an Eldris.
Agreed. The Kansbol is fantastic. The Companion Fire Starter is great but the kansbol tip and length nail it.
I’ve been carrying some type of pocket knife and knife for 50 years and I JUST got my first Mora 546 recently lol and I love this little thing and maybe more to carry than my Issue Kabar. I want to get another Mora and I’m thinking the Garberg or Kansbol especially after this amazing Video, thank you my friend truly for all the great Intel you give us in your Honest and unbiased reviews. Stay safe my Friend Semper Fidelis
Moras are like razor blades. They are mass produced, cheap and nondescript...but they work, and work well. If you lose or break one, it's no big deal and it's not something you're going to hand down to your kids. Like potato chips or peanuts, you can't have just one. Get a bag full of Moras and put them wherever you're likely to be, or go. Great companion.
I concur. I especially like it as a hiking and fishing knife - lightweight, versatile in both use and carry, supremely ergonomic, and with the high temperatures, humidity, and salt in my environment, easy to maintain.
I always liked that blade shape of the Kansbol , I first discovered it years ago on my Cold Steel Piece Makers , the 6" version is Awesome and they are only around $28 ....👍🖖
Really like my kansbol. Have been looking at Garberg but can't decide between stainless or carbon. I know the pros and cons of both but hard to make decison
Kansbol is good, but the Classic 2 is better. Ergonomics are good with both, the blade on either can do the same work, and the cost is much less. The thickness of the Classic 2 spine is strong enough for “knife chores” and can easily filed to 90 degree angles. Outside the Classic line I do agree the Garberg and Kansbol have the best ergonomics and of these the Kansbol is best. Fancy steels are nice, but has a Mora Classic 2 ever broken due to poor steel?
I personally love the Mora Pro C and the Eldris (with the multi grind). And yes, the C stands for carbon. The Eldris is in 12C27 though, but I like that steel as well.
the 2000 has the same blade
and the handle is a classic oval
Thanks Aaron for your reviews of Mora knives. Please keep them coming as new models come out, like the new spark model.
Will this thinner blade do well for baton whacking to split wood and chop?
Excellent video,my friend in my humble opinion the Mora Garberg is the best value and best for hunting.I'm a big Scandi knife fan eg. Mora,Helle,Eka and I have two Bark River knives a few Buck and Gerber.But when I'm going hunting it's two Garbergs I bring,great knives,stay safe.
This is a great video (and channel) and really nailed the different Moras. I have several (Companion, Bushcraft Black, Garberg, and Eldris) and find that I really like each of them, all for slightly different reasons. Kansbol is next on my list.
Hello good, a question. When sharpening the Garberg you do it according to the scandi angle or you do it by the microbevel that comes from the factory. Thank you!!
I really like my companion, and I've been eyeing the kansbol. The garberg looks really good, but it's a bit pricey for my blood.
Kansbol is probably the best overall Mora for the average user, but the best for the money is undoubtedly the Robust. $13 for a knife you'll never manage to break without a severe lapse in judgement.
Harrison Lichtenberg absolutely... just on pure Value, the Robust is the winner.
Or the basic...
been using Robust daily for two years now and cant agree more with your comment. although i do like my bushcraft too :D
I love my HD Companion. Upgrading soon though. I'm thinking ESSE 4. Suggestions?
Stick with the Mora and spend the money on another Mora and a Pizza.
Just got my kansbol in the burnt orange color . It has quickly become my favorite knife , and personally I love the look of the blade profile , although I do know it’s not going to be as durable as a regular scandi grind
17:22 watcher in the woods ;)
I literally just ordered the bushcraft black on amazon, then canceled my order and went with the Kansbol about halfway through this comparison lol. I would also prefer the full scadi grind of the Garberg but don't really want to spend double just for a better looking blade
Spend the extra 50$ you saved on a kershaw camp 14 or10. I got a kansbol also, but I have other bigger choppers to do other stuff. The garberg is to expensive not to be a true tactical knife at that price point.
Spot on analysis. I still like the bushcraft black best. mmmm love that hammer grip!
Great demonstration of the different capabilities. I agree that Kansbol is the best tool for the money.
Love to see you do a review the MSK1 like to see what you think of it.
Remove the rounded spine does not require a belt sander. I do it with a course AR stone.
I find myself being drawn into the Kansbol camp ... mora and mora (chuckle). A Kansbol for camp kitchen and general purpose, a Companion HD for banging around in the bushes .... and something else, another knife. What could it be? I'm thinkin' a Mora 105--smallish carving blade with birch handle. For fooling around the campfire at night, carving a totem pole, or canoe, or whathaveyou.
I would call it a draw between the Kansbol and the Mora 2000. The Kansbol has a lanyard hole and the sheath upgrade option but the 2000 has an even better handle in my opinion. I was very surprised that you don't like the Blacks handle, simply because with my small to medium hands it is by far my favorite. Been along time since I've commented, sorry about that.
I just gave my Companion to my nephew and ordered a Kansbol for me. I'm waiting forward to get it.
I know this video is a bit dated but I just ordered a Kansbol. Mine is orange and comes with the survival kit. It will be my kayaking knife. My Bark River Crusader I just got is a tad heavy lol.
Great video. Garberg all the way. Although I do have HD Companions in all my kits as a backup/camp knife.
Have everyone forgotten the Mora 2000?? It is maybe not as cool looking but in my opinion it is by far the best
The Kansbol also got a better (imo) basic sheath and a perfect, 90 degree spine.
Just saying. I still got the 2000 - love it, and for 10 USD or so less than the Kansbol I argue it’s the best value ever.
By the way, the special blade design of the 2000/Kansbol is for skinning/flaying. Not that it’s bad for food prep, but it’s with that in mind it was designed.
Hence the 2000’s popularity among (Scandinavian) hunters.
great video, thanks. i saw in Mora Sweden that the Morakniv guys apply special heat treatment to their blades. so you can say that the 12C27 is like 1095 after that. really tough and sturdy.
@@1800moonSugar thanks for your reply. so please correct me :-)
@@1800moonSugar thanks for the info.
one more question :
the Sandvik 12C27 and 14C28N come in knives from all over the world. they have different HRC coming from different factories. the occurance of chipping is different, too. they all claim it's due to their heat treatment.
so what is it ?
I hope Morakniv brings out a carbon Kansbol. I’d buy/use that. I enjoy the stainless Kansbol already. It’s great in the kitchen.
I own a regular Companion, & my Kansbol arrives today..I also have the Kbar 1211, the SRK San Mai, the glock Knife, the Prodigy Gerber Fine edge, & the Cold steel Outdoorsman Lite in German 4116 with the plastic sheath, the Cold steel Luzon 4 inch blade..
From the Mora web page...so straight from the horses mouth
"Mora Robust
This knife is designed and intended for Scandinavian construction workers. Here, our priority is a sharp and durable edge with a good grip, which means that the look of the spine isn’t a high priority feature. You are more than welcome to use any of our knives for your intended needs, but keep in mind that the spine will be “raw” (not grinded) on most craftsmen and construction knives. Therefore, it’s not compatible with a fire starter."
Even the Mora company is perplexed about you people using a craft-knife as a bush-craft knife.
The Robust is meant to be used by construction workers and is not to be relied on in a life and death situation....Just saying :p
After seeing the DBK boys hammer one of those things into a tree stump and stand on it, though, I'd trust a Mora Robust in a life and death situation.
Man, why you peeing in everybodys cornflakes
Thanks for the 4 way review keep up the great videos.
I am going to buy the Mora 2000.
Cansbul vs. Garberg: I think you talked around the issue, and focused on price. In my mind, it's the thickness of the Garberg -- in terms of the increased blade angle -- some are implying that finest shavings from a stick are too thick for fire-starting; vs. the Cansbul's added profile to a thinner blade. What does the thinner pointed end of the Cansbul do for me? This was not discussed.
Never been a fan of the Mora’s. But somehow, the Eldris spoke to me, and I’ve been buying Mora Knives.
I just got a Companion for Mumma Bear, and I already have three Eldris knives, and really like them. Garburg is my favorite, although I don’t have one (I do have a Condor Terrasaur).
I have always preferred Carbon blades because of ease in sharpening. I don't mind the extra care they require. So Kansbol wouldn't be a good choice for me since it is only available in stainless steel.
I like the video. KNIVES are so personal opinionated. I like the fact that the kansbol not ur favorite but in ur opinion it's the best for the buck. I like ur reviews. Thx
I finally decided to get this knife don't need anymore but I just love mora's and the knife looks great
How far does the blade’s tang extend into the handle ?