Gosh you've reminded me how long it's been since this video! Sincerely appreciate the connection this entire time Joshua and stay blessed my man ~Peace~
What a generous response from Ben - you've basically asked a knife maker to talk about sharpening and care of a competitor's knife without even showcasing any of his own work. well done ?
Great comment. Think for a custom knife maker it would be incredibly frustrating to have complete beginners asking to have a custom knife made with little to no clue as to how to use it. I mean absolutely no disrespect by this, we all start somewhere. It makes more sense to suggest an inexpensive mora for a beginner, tell them to use it and learn about the craft. To make their mistakes with. Then in future when the dedicated beginner is no longer a beginner they will appreciate the advice that they were given and potentially return for a custom that is really what they want/need. My grandad (in his mid 70s now) makes custom guitars and think he would agree with me, when a craftsman makes a custom, he puts himself into the project and the greatest reward is knowing the end result will be used by someone who knows how to use and appreciate the end result.
The news paper stropping trick is gold. I've never seen that before. Of course I had to go try it on my Mora and it works beautifully. Many thanks to Zed Outdoors and Ben Orford
Vid made before i became a Zed follower. Earn my first moraniv last August as an Anniversary gift from my bride. Pantina’d my blade and dressed up my sheath... love it!! And i love watching my favorite Brit...God bless.
Wes! gosh you're bringing back memories commenting on this video. Ben Orford is an absolute gent and I always enjoy spending time with him. Stay well my friend ~Peace~
you think a kitchen drawer knife is very well made ?? Yea they are cheap & are good for all the new mall, metrosexual self proclaimed " bushcrafters " " survivalist " ... but if a Mora is going to be your # 1 knife, tool you have to rely on over an extended period of time out in the bush you dont want to rely on a Mora.... there are 100's of knives out there now for in & around $30.00 that blow any Mora away.... Only reason Mora Knives are popular is because Dave Canterbury gets paid to say they are a good knife....
Any channel that respond to its commenters and can take a little critique without getting pissy like some youtbers I know (cough wranglerstar cough) is worthy of a subscription in my book. Great video and always stay humble.
Ben, you're a true professional. Very gracious to use the Mora vs. your own superior knife to showcase and share your sharpening expertise. I'm a beginner spoon carver myself, and use a Dell Stubbs from USA, but my next purchase will be from your website Ben.
Started using Mora knives when I lived in Sweden fifty years ago, cheap as chips, simple wooden handle, cost about £2:50, everyone had loads of them, cheap enough to be disposable. Usually buy the Hultafors knockoff now, easier to obtain and cheaper, also because I used to live near Hultafors. Still have various Mora knives too though.
Oh wow very cool, the older ones were better quality too. Amazing to hear they have been making knives for that long and that you lived near Hultafors ~Peace~
By far, the easiest and most portable way to sharpen any scandigrind or convex grind is to buy some chrome polish (I use autosol) and smear it all over the inside of your belt. Then you use your belt as a strop. Because some (or all?) mora blanks are scandi ground on band sharpeners they are often slightlty convexed and thats why this method works great. The belt will trace the wide edge perfectly as you push down on the knife and restore the factory polish to the blade. In the case of carbon blades this adds some corrosion resistance aswell since a polished surface doesnt trap moisture as easily. This will restore a dulled edge, not a damaged one. If your knife doesnt become sharp decrease the preassure and/or angle.
Thanks Ben, I just bought my first Mora knife to try a little carving. I've been doing scary sharp on my wood working tools, and kitchen knives when they need it. Planing soft cedar I can tell a difference after a couple of hours, or just sitting overnight. I thought I had it all dialed in. When the Mora arrived in the mail I tried it on some green onions. Wow! Now i want to keep this edge and tune up my kitchen knives. Your video is a great tool. I really appreciate your sharing with us.
Currently in Australia and bought my first ever bushcraft knife (Mora) and was wondering how to maintain it... Love the work Ben and his wife do, excellent craftsmanship and again Zed very good video keep it up!
Thank you, so much, for providing this outstanding, informative video! This should be required viewing for any Mora/scandi grind knife user. Such a simple, non-esoteric presentation. Tremendous interview containg great questions. Please keep the good stuff coming! With Morakniv being my favorite, I enjoyed this video to the fullest. Take care, brother! -Dave
I cant thank you enough for your kind words Dave, it was an honour to spend time with Ben who's a true craftsman at his art and learn from him, and then pass that knowledge onto you guys. Wishing you and your family a blessed week ahead my man ~Peace~
Zed-I cannot thank you enough for the great videos you make. Greenwood carving is my “zen” and videos like this help me to keep my tools in shape and sharp so that I can keep my mind and soul sharp and in shape. Cheers from the Pacific Northwest USA.
Thank you Zed. I have a Mora and will try the eraser method and the leather on board. After watching this, Im not going to be afraid to try. Peace from New England USA
Nicely done. I call your block a sanding block. They are available usually at a big box hardware store or a paint store. Sometimes, moisture may get to knife and start rust despite your best efforts. I live near the ocean. So, I will take a soft cloth and remove as much rust as possible with plain white vinegar. You are quite right that nearly any oil will help prevent rusting. So, consider using olive oil. Then, if not all the oil is removed before usage (cutting a slice of cooked meat), you aren't harmed.
your going to get a Blue Peter badge before long.....exceptional video I learnt so much thank you for all your trouble and effort Zed and for Ben for his time to share his Knowledge....brilliant
I tell you what, since I was a little kid I wanted one of those pesky Blue Peter badges!! :)) ..i'm being serious too! Thank you for your kind words and yes, Ben is an absolute legend for taking the time and recording this video. Wishing you a blessed week ahead my man ~Peace~
Isnt that truth, Ben is at the top of his field so who better to learn from. Thank you for your kind words and wishing you a blessed week ahead ~Peace~
Great video Zed. I am just getting into bushcraft myself and am waiting for my first Mora knife to arrive and this answered a lot of questions I had about care and maintenance for my blade. Thank you Sir.
Excellent presentation with loads of excellent tips. Thanks for sharing Ben & Zed. Recent convert to stropping, love sharpening all my blades and very therapeutic. All the best from Scotland. Garry
Mora made a name for themselves on the global market by providing decent quality knives with a good factory (scandi) grind for cheap. There are lots of knives like that nowdays and moras arent really that cheap anymore. Basically the brand got hybris from the social media hype and started producing overpriced hipster junk. My +30 year old Moras were both cheaper and better than most of todays knives.
+TheKimjoy560 Yeah, they make more expensive blades now such as the Bushmaster (~$60 I believe). But they also continue to make the Companion for ~$13 and many other quality carbon and stainless steel blades for sub-$20.
Vertex Breach I doubt there is anything you can teach me about this company that I dont already know as these knives are made where I live. First of of all this company has very little to do with the original "morakniv" which is actually a type of knife rather than brand. Even more so its a reference to where its being made. "Mora" being a geographical location and "Kniv" of course means knife. But what happened a a couple of years ago is that a company called Morakniven was started which makes a huge claim on the history of these knives for marketing purposes. How? Because what the name basically translates to is "THE Mora knife". You claim to know a thing or two about Moras. You say they have evolved into something better over a course of some 120 years? That I can still buy a classic Mora if I prefer that. You couldnt be more wrong. I have a collection of Moras dating back probably over 8 decades that says otherwise. I havent really been collecting them either, they just lasted through several generations because they were that good. As for buying a classic mora today there is nothing available. The closest thing is the modern "Mora Classic" which is a pale shadow of whar used to be a much better knife. I can only assume you never owned or perhaps you have never even seen a mora that wasnt massproduced in the mast decade or so. So yeah, I dont really see future generation using a 2017 Eldris in 60-80 years. Its hipster (not hippe, big difference).
3-5-2020 A great stropping surface is plain brown cardboard. I discovered that discarded shoeboxes with very small-sized corrugation is an excellent stropping surface. Use the smallest you can find. If you locate a box, cut one of the sides out. Generally they’ll measure about 4 1/2” X 9-10”. A perfect size for most bushcraft knife blades. I used this method dry. No lubricant or polishing compounds. I took a brand new Mora Classic No 3 to freaky sharpness with just a cardboard strop. Give this a try.
Thank you for your kind words Anthony, worth checking out Paul Kirtleys video on getting a Mora if youre starting out, - Beginning Bushcraft - Which Knife To Choose? ...hope that helps bro ~Peace~
bonjour from France, new subscriber, I am impress by the quality of the interview !! thanks a lot and you meet very kind and professional people. thanks again.
Scott Matthews A pleasure Scott and appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment my friend, Ben is an absolute star and at the top of his game ~Peace~
thanks i found my dads mora, been sitting 30 years. sadley the blade is risted and the edge is messed up. this is a big help for me. thanks and blessings.
Funny, I was just told to get on of his knives for spoon making! First time I mentioned a hook knife and immediately his name came up. This is brilliant!
+Piper Vucelick Bens spoon knives are awesome and you seriously wont go wrong with them, I have done a separate video with Ben demonstrating how to sharpen and maintain his spoon knives too you may find useful ~Peace~
Zed and Ben thanks. Great tips for sharpening are bushcraft knives. I'm like you was Zed,just starting out and got a great Mora knive. Been out in the woods with my younger Son for a few times know. He loves his DR Frontline Hamock and tarp. Keep them videos coming my friend .
Nice going Leslie, you won't go wrong with a Mora as they are great value for money and hoping you have some an amazing adventures with your son ~Peace~
Yeh if Ben gives something the thumbs up then it definitely gives it credit, such an awesome guy and full of immense knowledge. Thanks for your comment and wishing you a blessed week ahead Gaz ~Peace~
Thank you for your kind words Sandy, means a lot coming from yourself and I think that name is starting to stick with people when they see me :) ~Peace~
Hi Zed, thanks to you (and Ben) for this fantastic video. I have to do a bit of knife sharpening on my Mora and my little Opinel - was looking around for a good tuition video and found this, perfect! you are a mind reader. K
It seems time after time when I want a relevant 'go-to' video, your channel and McQ's channel comes through. Love your channel and thanks for all of the informative topics and interviews!
Great information. I have two mora's and a Maritiini , all stainless. However, I do have some old carbon US blades that I love, and now know how to clean and maintain better.
fantastic video as Mack says you are a natural in front of the camera , very professional and very informative This video has gave me good tips on keeping my Mora up to tip top condition thanks mate ATB Scotty
My pleasure and thank you for your kind words Scotty, it means a lot. Bens a top bloke and could not have learnt those tips from a better expert. Wishing you and your family a blessed week ahead my friend ~Peace~
Hi Zed. Just watched the sharpening video. Great tips from a Master. I like the newspaper. my Mum used to use newspaper on our windows and mirrors. Keep making the videos.
Hey Frederick thank you for your kind words and yes Ben is at the top of his game, a true craftsman. Your mother was very smart using newspaper for her work :) ~Peace~
Here in the States you can get those sanding blocks at most Home centers or hardware/lumber yards. I have two and they are very handy for doing just what your doing. Good job. Monday May 18th got three sanding blocks from Lowes for 5.49, one fine 2 mediums. Very good deal.
Great video Zed! What a great instructional, I've learned a few things from it, Ben's a top bloke for giving us the insight. Smooth Zed, all the best, Stef
Senor Dirnen thank you for your kind words, Bens a top top guy and who better to learn from then someone who's at the top of their league when it comes to knives, etc ~Peace~
Always wondered what the best way to keep that scandi grind was...now I know! Great video They sell the sand blocks at lowes home depot and most hardware stores in the sanding section. I used to watch my uncles hone their blades with newspaper when I was a knee high. Never knew why untill now! Love the sandpaper trick aswell
Even though they're mass produced that shouldn't take away the fact that these are built to a very high quality, the Mora shown in this video is still going strong 2.5 yrs later and is my backup knife ~Peace~
Thanks for all this Great info on sharpening the Moraknife. I'm looking for the "rubber sanding block" and having all kinds of trouble with that, Not Finding it.
you have been understandably succesful, feels like yesterday that i was subbing after seeing you 100 sub giveaway, well done, keep up the fantastic vids!
Craig Cameron Hey Craig a pleasure to hear from you as its been a long time. Thank you for your kind words, hope you and family have been keeping well. Hoping you have a splendid christmas and blessed new year my friend ~Peace~
Thanks bro, Bens an absolute star for having taken the time to record this with me so full props goes to him. Thanks as always for your kind words ~Peace~
Great interviewing, you seem such a natural zed, totally agree with the idea of starting out with the morakniv and using it to hone your own sharpening skills ( did u c what I did there " hone " ) before getting a custom knife. I'm not by any means an experienced bushcrafter but I bought a stainless one of these knives just a few days ago because I found a use for it in the bushcraft kitchen.
You're learning fast Jason you're learning ...I see what you did there with 'hone' :)) Yeh im glad I went with the Mora as a beginners knife and Ben was an absolute star to have taken the time to do this video as he was swamped during the whole show. Thank you sincerely for your kind words as it really does mean a lot bro ~Peace~
Thank you sincerely for your kind words Jason, it was a real privilege for Ben to have taken the time out and record this video with me as he was so swamped the whole time there. Wishing you and your family a blessed week ahead ~Peace~
Cracking video Zed mate, really good advice from a great guy! Glad you touched on the fire striking edge as that was something I was wanting to do with mine and Jrs knife. Keep them coming my friend, atb Stevie and Jr
I was so grateful for Ben to have taken the time to record this video as I really could not have found a better person to cover this topic with. Reg the fire striking edge I was really pleased he covered that too as thats something i'm looking to do with my Mora aswell as add a lanyard hole. Let us know how you get on with your Mora mods my man ~Peace~
Ben is a true master of his art and so was very privileged he took the time to record this video with me. Hopefully I have some future videos planned with him so tay tuned my friend :) ~Peace~
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Lot of thanks for the advices! Really useful! Greetings from Argentina
Zed sorry it took so long to Sub your account, I seen you on another video I think it was Simon but I start from the oldest to newest..... Great videos I love them💝
Those rubber blocks are sold at power tool shops, such as a place you might buy a table saw from. I use them with oil to clean off table saw tops and band saw tops
Good luck filing a hardened steel knife blade. Further - Ballistol is a superb gun oil which is food safe also. Great for carbon steel blades. The Japanese used a mix of mineral oil and clove oil to preserve and clean their fantastic blades. It works. ATB!
Oh indeed its beautiful, if you check Bens website out (link below video) then all the details are on there, unless im mistaken I believe its called the 'Nomad' ~Peace~
liked this program , very informative , mora are the best knives . that was a nice design in the background i seen them before with led zeppelin , i dont know what they mean but their nice. i liked the shows host shirt i could,nt make out the manufacturer but could tell it was a well made shirt . thank you gentlemen .
Thank you for your kind words Steve, Ben is an absolute pro and like you I loved that newspaper technique too. Wishing you a blessed week ahead my friend ~Peace~
I found these impregnated rubber blocks on Amazon. In an Amazon Customer Review, someone suggested that these could be found much cheaper by searching Google. I did and I ended up at a place called The Rust Store. From them, you can get a set of 3 blocks for less than $10.00. I've tried using these blocks on some of my older Moras and the results were amazing. They look like new. Great video ...
Easiest terms I found to google with were "abrasive block" or "abrasive sanding block", took me a while to figure out how that thing is translated into German too but the hint in the video about the blue side of an eraser was enough and I found them as "Schleifgummi" (schleifen = to sand, grind, etc. and gummi = rubber). A bit disappointed that they didn't mentioned the recommended grid strength though, but I assume for general maintenance of your blade a fine one is enough? Anyone know if they're also usable for stropping the actual edge or would that already be more comparable to a fineer sharpening stone or a sharpening steel?
I use choji oil or mineral oil. Just s tiny container on your kit will keep the blade nice. It also gets nicer with age. Impressive knife for the money.
Top tip with your mora knife, put it in boiling cider vinegar, I dip mine 3 to 4 times around 5 min's a time, the blade comes out black and is protected from rust. It also looks good being black, and hen you sharpen it you get just a small sliver of shinny metal on a all black blade. Works for me.
I did first time but not since as I think its protected, I found it on youtube I think its something like adding patina on you more knife or something like that. Peace to you brother
I can’t believe it has been 7 years. These are the videos that started it all for me. Thanks Zed.
Gosh you've reminded me how long it's been since this video! Sincerely appreciate the connection this entire time Joshua and stay blessed my man ~Peace~
10 years. Already or probably coming. Congrats anyway guys;)
What a generous response from Ben - you've basically asked a knife maker to talk about sharpening and care of a competitor's knife without even showcasing any of his own work. well done ?
+GotSig? Thank you kindly, yes Ben is a valued member in the community ~Peace~
OutSide Ben is a top fella
Great comment. Think for a custom knife maker it would be incredibly frustrating to have complete beginners asking to have a custom knife made with little to no clue as to how to use it. I mean absolutely no disrespect by this, we all start somewhere. It makes more sense to suggest an inexpensive mora for a beginner, tell them to use it and learn about the craft. To make their mistakes with. Then in future when the dedicated beginner is no longer a beginner they will appreciate the advice that they were given and potentially return for a custom that is really what they want/need.
My grandad (in his mid 70s now) makes custom guitars and think he would agree with me, when a craftsman makes a custom, he puts himself into the project and the greatest reward is knowing the end result will be used by someone who knows how to use and appreciate the end result.
A true craftsman will happily give advice no matter what, because they care about their craft.
The news paper stropping trick is gold. I've never seen that before. Of course I had to go try it on my Mora and it works beautifully. Many thanks to Zed Outdoors and Ben Orford
+A.M. Ray I'm with you on that when I first saw, appreciate the kind comment dude ~Peace~
Vid made before i became a Zed follower. Earn my first moraniv last August as an Anniversary gift from my bride. Pantina’d my blade and dressed up my sheath... love it!! And i love watching my favorite Brit...God bless.
Wes! gosh you're bringing back memories commenting on this video. Ben Orford is an absolute gent and I always enjoy spending time with him. Stay well my friend ~Peace~
May 10th and snowing hard in Colorado. I rewatched your video while cleaning & sharpening my knives and found it as good as the first time. Cheers.
Thats awesome to hear Frank and I sincerely appreciate your kind words thank you ~Peace~
Here in the states, those gray color blocks are called sanding blocks and can be found at any hardware store and Walmart Department Stores...
Appreciate the heads up thank you ~Peace~
I never cared for Mora knives at all. Till I bought one then I fell in love with Mora knives. just a great knife at amazing prices and very well maid.
Most definitely, for the price the quality is outstanding ~Peace~
+Zed Outdoors Same to you my friend. Great video keep up the good job.
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you think a kitchen drawer knife is very well made ?? Yea they are cheap & are good for all the new
mall, metrosexual self proclaimed
" bushcrafters " " survivalist " ... but if a Mora is going to be your # 1 knife, tool you have to rely on over an extended period of time out in the bush you dont want to rely on a Mora.... there are 100's of knives out there now for in & around $30.00 that blow any Mora away.... Only reason Mora Knives are popular is because Dave Canterbury gets paid to say they are a good knife....
Any channel that respond to its commenters and can take a little critique without getting pissy like some youtbers I know (cough wranglerstar cough) is worthy of a subscription in my book. Great video and always stay humble.
Baron Ockslite Thank you for watching Baron and wishing you & your family a blessed week ahead ~Peace~
Great video. The man knows his stuff. Very knowledgeable, Yet remains Humble. Greetings to my British Cousin from USA.
Sincerely appreciate the kind words and indeed Ben Orford is a real consumate professional ~Peace~
Thanks for your response. Have a good one. Keep the adventure alive.
Ben, you're a true professional. Very gracious to use the Mora vs. your own superior knife to showcase and share your sharpening expertise. I'm a beginner spoon carver myself, and use a Dell Stubbs from USA, but my next purchase will be from your website Ben.
Frank Brompton Ben is a true professional and you will not be disappointed with his knives ~Peace~
Started using Mora knives when I lived in Sweden fifty years ago, cheap as chips, simple wooden handle, cost about £2:50, everyone had loads of them, cheap enough to be disposable.
Usually buy the Hultafors knockoff now, easier to obtain and cheaper, also because I used to live near Hultafors. Still have various Mora knives too though.
Oh wow very cool, the older ones were better quality too. Amazing to hear they have been making knives for that long and that you lived near Hultafors ~Peace~
By far, the easiest and most portable way to sharpen any scandigrind or convex grind is to buy some chrome polish (I use autosol) and smear it all over the inside of your belt. Then you use your belt as a strop. Because some (or all?) mora blanks are scandi ground on band sharpeners they are often slightlty convexed and thats why this method works great. The belt will trace the wide edge perfectly as you push down on the knife and restore the factory polish to the blade. In the case of carbon blades this adds some corrosion resistance aswell since a polished surface doesnt trap moisture as easily. This will restore a dulled edge, not a damaged one. If your knife doesnt become sharp decrease the preassure and/or angle.
I appreciate your advise and insights, thank you ~Peace~
Thanks Ben, I just bought my first Mora knife to try a little carving. I've been doing scary sharp on my wood working tools, and kitchen knives when they need it. Planing soft cedar I can tell a difference after a couple of hours, or just sitting overnight. I thought I had it all dialed in. When the Mora arrived in the mail I tried it on some green onions. Wow! Now i want to keep this edge and tune up my kitchen knives. Your video is a great tool. I really appreciate your sharing with us.
WillN2Go1 Ben is a super cool and talented guy so happy to hear this video helped ~Peace~
Currently in Australia and bought my first ever bushcraft knife (Mora) and was wondering how to maintain it... Love the work Ben and his wife do, excellent craftsmanship and again Zed very good video keep it up!
Jacob Lancaster Thank you for your kind words Jacob and yeh who better then Ben to teach these steps, I learnt tons just making the video ~Peace~
Thank you, so much, for providing this outstanding, informative video! This should be required viewing for any Mora/scandi grind knife user. Such a simple, non-esoteric presentation. Tremendous interview containg great questions. Please keep the good stuff coming! With Morakniv being my favorite, I enjoyed this video to the fullest. Take care, brother!
-Dave
I cant thank you enough for your kind words Dave, it was an honour to spend time with Ben who's a true craftsman at his art and learn from him, and then pass that knowledge onto you guys. Wishing you and your family a blessed week ahead my man ~Peace~
Very good tips, thanks!
Mr. Orford clearly knows what he is doing.
Ben is a very talented knife maker with a lot of knowledge, thank you for watching ~Peace~
Zed-I cannot thank you enough for the great videos you make. Greenwood carving is my “zen” and videos like this help me to keep my tools in shape and sharp so that I can keep my mind and soul sharp and in shape. Cheers from the Pacific Northwest USA.
You are very kind Nicholas and sincerely wishing you the best with your carving journey ~Peace~
30 minutes on mora maintenance, worth it. Thanks for the great video.
Thank you kindly ~Peace~
Thank you Zed. I have a Mora and will try the eraser method and the leather on board. After watching this, Im not going to be afraid to try. Peace from New England USA
Bridgette Brown A pleasure Bridgette and very happy to hear this video helped in some way, hoping you have fun maintaining your mora ~Peace~
I have that same Mora and I absolutely love it. I don't care how much it costs, it's a great blade that does it's job.
+I'mnothere Very true and great value for money ~Peace~
Nicely done. I call your block a sanding block. They are available usually at a big box hardware store or a paint store. Sometimes, moisture may get to knife and start rust despite your best efforts. I live near the ocean. So, I will take a soft cloth and remove as much rust as possible with plain white vinegar. You are quite right that nearly any oil will help prevent rusting. So, consider using olive oil. Then, if not all the oil is removed before usage (cutting a slice of cooked meat), you aren't harmed.
+bd C I appreciate your insights and it's always good to hear what others are doing ~Peace~
your going to get a Blue Peter badge before long.....exceptional video I learnt so much thank you for all your trouble and effort Zed and for Ben for his time to share his Knowledge....brilliant
I tell you what, since I was a little kid I wanted one of those pesky Blue Peter badges!! :)) ..i'm being serious too! Thank you for your kind words and yes, Ben is an absolute legend for taking the time and recording this video. Wishing you a blessed week ahead my man ~Peace~
Great interview with a man who really knows his craft.
Isnt that truth, Ben is at the top of his field so who better to learn from. Thank you for your kind words and wishing you a blessed week ahead ~Peace~
Great video Zed. I am just getting into bushcraft myself and am waiting for my first Mora knife to arrive and this answered a lot of questions I had about care and maintenance for my blade. Thank you Sir.
MissouriMan1968 A pleasure my friend and sincerely hoping your mora serves you well with your adventures this year ~Peace~
Excellent presentation with loads of excellent tips. Thanks for sharing Ben & Zed. Recent convert to stropping, love sharpening all my blades and very therapeutic. All the best from Scotland. Garry
Hi Garry I appreciate your kind words and for watching my man ~Peace~
I have been bush crafting for 30 + years, I have used a lot of knives the Mora is one I keep coming back to.
muddog1561 Most definitely, for the price you really cant go wrong ~Peace~
+Ade Larsen And Marttiini.
Mora made a name for themselves on the global market by providing decent quality knives with a good factory (scandi) grind for cheap. There are lots of knives like that nowdays and moras arent really that cheap anymore. Basically the brand got hybris from the social media hype and started producing overpriced hipster junk. My +30 year old Moras were both cheaper and better than most of todays knives.
+TheKimjoy560 Yeah, they make more expensive blades now such as the Bushmaster (~$60 I believe). But they also continue to make the Companion for ~$13 and many other quality carbon and stainless steel blades for sub-$20.
Vertex Breach I doubt there is anything you can teach me about this company that I dont already know as these knives are made where I live.
First of of all this company has very little to do with the original "morakniv" which is actually a type of knife rather than brand. Even more so its a reference to where its being made. "Mora" being a geographical location and "Kniv" of course means knife. But what happened a a couple of years ago is that a company called Morakniven was started which makes a huge claim on the history of these knives for marketing purposes. How? Because what the name basically translates to is "THE Mora knife".
You claim to know a thing or two about Moras. You say they have evolved into something better over a course of some 120 years? That I can still buy a classic Mora if I prefer that. You couldnt be more wrong. I have a collection of Moras dating back probably over 8 decades that says otherwise. I havent really been collecting them either, they just lasted through several generations because they were that good. As for buying a classic mora today there is nothing available. The closest thing is the modern "Mora Classic" which is a pale shadow of whar used to be a much better knife.
I can only assume you never owned or perhaps you have never even seen a mora that wasnt massproduced in the mast decade or so.
So yeah, I dont really see future generation using a 2017 Eldris in 60-80 years. Its hipster (not hippe, big difference).
3-5-2020 A great stropping surface is plain brown cardboard. I discovered that discarded shoeboxes with very small-sized corrugation is an excellent stropping surface. Use the smallest you can find. If you locate a box, cut one of the sides out. Generally they’ll measure about 4 1/2” X 9-10”. A perfect size for most bushcraft knife blades. I used this method dry. No lubricant or polishing compounds. I took a brand new Mora Classic No 3 to freaky sharpness with just a cardboard strop. Give this a try.
Awesome I appreciate your insights Mark thank you ~Peace~
Thanks for being so informative! Great video, knowledge and humility!!! all the best from south Patagonia Argentina!!!
Gracias my friend ~Peace~
Nice to hear batoning pronounced correctly for a change. Very useful video, good information.
Appreciate your kind words and for watching David ~Peace~
Another great video zed, rather tempted with the mora knife, as i myself are just starting out in the world of bush craft.
Thank you for your kind words Anthony, worth checking out Paul Kirtleys video on getting a Mora if youre starting out, - Beginning Bushcraft - Which Knife To Choose? ...hope that helps bro ~Peace~
bonjour from France, new subscriber, I am impress by the quality of the interview !! thanks a lot and you meet very kind and professional people. thanks again.
Merci my friend and a pleasure to connect ~Peace~
Fantastic tips and thank you Zed for asking the right questions. Wisdom begins in wonder and the more you ask the more you learn! :)
Scott Matthews A pleasure Scott and appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment my friend, Ben is an absolute star and at the top of his game ~Peace~
thanks i found my dads mora, been sitting 30 years. sadley the blade is risted and the edge is messed up. this is a big help for me. thanks and blessings.
+MrSIXGUNZ Glad this video helped in some way and thanks to Ben Orford for taking the time to record it ~Peace~
Funny, I was just told to get on of his knives for spoon making! First time I mentioned a hook knife and immediately his name came up. This is brilliant!
+Piper Vucelick Bens spoon knives are awesome and you seriously wont go wrong with them, I have done a separate video with Ben demonstrating how to sharpen and maintain his spoon knives too you may find useful ~Peace~
Thats great l! Thanks!
Zed and Ben thanks.
Great tips for sharpening are bushcraft knives.
I'm like you was Zed,just starting out and got a great Mora knive.
Been out in the woods with my younger Son for a few times know.
He loves his DR Frontline Hamock and tarp.
Keep them videos coming my friend .
Nice going Leslie, you won't go wrong with a Mora as they are great value for money and hoping you have some an amazing adventures with your son ~Peace~
Sweet Zed. Fair play to Ben for praising the clipper. Look forward to seeing your future stuff. Gaz
Yeh if Ben gives something the thumbs up then it definitely gives it credit, such an awesome guy and full of immense knowledge. Thanks for your comment and wishing you a blessed week ahead Gaz ~Peace~
The Bushcraft interviewer has struck again.
Wonderful video Zed.
Sandy
Thank you for your kind words Sandy, means a lot coming from yourself and I think that name is starting to stick with people when they see me :) ~Peace~
Hi Zed, thanks to you (and Ben) for this fantastic video. I have to do a bit of knife sharpening on my Mora and my little Opinel - was looking around for a good tuition video and found this, perfect! you are a mind reader. K
KeetjeKeetje I learnt loads myself making this video so glad to hear it helped, and who better to teach it then Ben himself ~Peace~
Great video Zed, you's always ask the questions that all us beginners are thinking, cheers mate👍
19craigy78 Thank you for your kind words and really happy to hear this video helped ~Peace~
this was great. plan on some solo bushcraft this summer and i impuls bought that knife as my first knife, glad to hear it get such great reviews =]
Is an awesome knife ~Peace~
Well done Zed You asked all the right questions, great vid
Thank you for your kind words Bruce, hoping you are well and wishing you and your family a blessed week ahead ~Peace~
It seems time after time when I want a relevant 'go-to' video, your channel and McQ's channel comes through. Love your channel and thanks for all of the informative topics and interviews!
April Ezell You are very kind April and I give thanks to the various experts who kindly take their time out to record videos with me ~Peace~
Great information. I have two mora's and a Maritiini , all stainless. However, I do have some old carbon US blades that I love, and now know how to clean and maintain better.
Thats awesome to hear James and appreciate you watching! ~Peace~
Just got a Mora, so this is great advice. Many thanks! will also be useful for my opinels with carbon steel blades.
Indeed the principles apply across the board, best of luck Dan ~Peace~
fantastic video as Mack says you are a natural in front of the camera , very professional and very informative This video has gave me good tips on keeping my Mora up to tip top condition thanks mate ATB Scotty
My pleasure and thank you for your kind words Scotty, it means a lot. Bens a top bloke and could not have learnt those tips from a better expert. Wishing you and your family a blessed week ahead my friend ~Peace~
Thank you! Mora knifes have an amazing design and are really affordable and practical! thanks for the vid man!
+YourEverythingVideos Most definitely Mora knives are awesome for the price, many thanks for watching my friend ~Peace~
Nice tips . A set of garyflex block 7 4 £33.99 from Amazon - I just ordered some ... thank you Ben .
Thats awesome to hear and thank you watching my man ~Peace~
Hi Zed. Just watched the sharpening video. Great tips from a Master. I like the newspaper. my Mum used to use newspaper on our windows and mirrors. Keep making the videos.
Hey Frederick thank you for your kind words and yes Ben is at the top of his game, a true craftsman. Your mother was very smart using newspaper for her work :) ~Peace~
Here in the States you can get those sanding blocks at most Home centers or hardware/lumber yards. I have two and they are very handy for doing just what your doing. Good job. Monday May 18th got three sanding blocks from Lowes for 5.49, one fine 2 mediums. Very good deal.
James Hart Appreciate the heads up James and yes those sanding blocks are very useful ~Peace~
Great video Zed! What a great instructional, I've learned a few things from it, Ben's a top bloke for giving us the insight. Smooth Zed, all the best, Stef
Senor Dirnen thank you for your kind words, Bens a top top guy and who better to learn from then someone who's at the top of their league when it comes to knives, etc ~Peace~
Wow that's all I wanted to even know!well-done....such a great knowledge bud💚✌️
Thank you kindly my friend ~Peace~
Always wondered what the best way to keep that scandi grind was...now I know! Great video
They sell the sand blocks at lowes home depot and most hardware stores in the sanding section.
I used to watch my uncles hone their blades with newspaper when I was a knee high. Never knew why untill now! Love the sandpaper trick aswell
Appreciate the kind words and for watching my friend, so cool to hear this video helped in some way ~Peace~
Looking into getting a Mora, was a bit slightly put of by the mass production of them, but this video has made me re-think. Cheers Zed.
Even though they're mass produced that shouldn't take away the fact that these are built to a very high quality, the Mora shown in this video is still going strong 2.5 yrs later and is my backup knife ~Peace~
Thanks Zed, I'll start with the £10 knife as its my first time, see how it all goes, Atb. Trev
Thanks for all this Great info on sharpening the Moraknife. I'm looking for the "rubber sanding block" and having all kinds of trouble with that, Not Finding it.
What Mark commented :) ~Peace~
Bonsai places sell an equivalent called Creanmate.
you have been understandably succesful, feels like yesterday that i was subbing after seeing you 100 sub giveaway, well done, keep up the fantastic vids!
Craig Cameron Hey Craig a pleasure to hear from you as its been a long time. Thank you for your kind words, hope you and family have been keeping well. Hoping you have a splendid christmas and blessed new year my friend ~Peace~
you too, look forward to more videos!
What a fantastic video Zed. Very informative.
Thanks bro, Bens an absolute star for having taken the time to record this with me so full props goes to him. Thanks as always for your kind words ~Peace~
Great interviewing, you seem such a natural zed, totally agree with the idea of starting out with the morakniv and using it to hone your own sharpening skills ( did u c what I did there " hone " ) before getting a custom knife. I'm not by any means an experienced bushcrafter but I bought a stainless one of these knives just a few days ago because I found a use for it in the bushcraft kitchen.
You're learning fast Jason you're learning ...I see what you did there with 'hone' :)) Yeh im glad I went with the Mora as a beginners knife and Ben was an absolute star to have taken the time to do this video as he was swamped during the whole show. Thank you sincerely for your kind words as it really does mean a lot bro ~Peace~
Very informative video. I'm going to work on my Mora knife. thank you.
Best of luck Alan and thank you for watching ~Peace~
Awesome video, cheers from northern Saskatchewan Canada.
MrSageflyfisher Why thank you kind sir and what a beautiful part of the world you live in ~Peace~
That's great bud. The Bushlore is very similar so I'll be able to use all the info on mine. Thanks again I really appreciate it.
Litefoot A pleasure my friend and thanks goes to Ben for taking the time to record this video with me. Have a blessed week ahead my man ~Peace~
My favorite is a Frost Mora Number 1 with a laminated steel blade. The perfect wood carving knife!!!
Most definitely, they are great value for the money ~Peace~
Excellent tips on how to look after my woodlander classic 4” .. great video zed
Happy to hear it helped in some way my friend ~Peace~
Great interview with Ben,your vids are real quality Zed.
Thanks for taking the time to make these excellent videos
Cheers Jason
Thank you sincerely for your kind words Jason, it was a real privilege for Ben to have taken the time out and record this video with me as he was so swamped the whole time there. Wishing you and your family a blessed week ahead ~Peace~
Another good video. I like how your videos are down to earth. Keep them going!
Lordbrega I appreciate your kind words my friend and for watching ~Peace~
great video, I just ordered a mora bushcraft black.
Daniel Jones Many thanks my friend, for that price I doubt you will go wrong ~Peace~
Cracking video Zed mate, really good advice from a great guy! Glad you touched on the fire striking edge as that was something I was wanting to do with mine and Jrs knife. Keep them coming my friend, atb Stevie and Jr
I was so grateful for Ben to have taken the time to record this video as I really could not have found a better person to cover this topic with. Reg the fire striking edge I was really pleased he covered that too as thats something i'm looking to do with my Mora aswell as add a lanyard hole. Let us know how you get on with your Mora mods my man ~Peace~
Great vid Zed.Learnt a lot of useful tips from a very skilled craftsman.ATB
Ben is a true master of his art and so was very privileged he took the time to record this video with me. Hopefully I have some future videos planned with him so tay tuned my friend :) ~Peace~
Lot of thanks for the advices! Really useful! Greetings from Argentina
Carlos Visentín Gracias Carlos :) ~Peace~
This guy knows his shit thanks for the video brother..!!!
Indeed he does and thank you for watching Joe! ~Peace~
Excellent video. Thank you for making the video. I love my Morakniv. I use it a lot and got lots of great economical tips, here.
Thats awesome to hear Heather thank you ~Peace~
i have lot of knives some of them very expensive, but i use Moraknivs a lot, they are very good and afordable
Indeed yes they are great value for money ~Peace~
Thanks for Sharing this. I am finding I am subscribing to many more channels from watching your posts. Thanks Again
Richard Baker An absolute pleasure Richard and a sincere thank you for watching ~Peace~
Zed sorry it took so long to Sub your account, I seen you on another video I think it was Simon but I start from the oldest to newest..... Great videos I love them💝
A sincere pleasure to connect Kevin and indeed Simon is one of my favourite people in this community ~Peace~
Good thorough video! This has answered a lot of, if not all my questions!
I'm on it!
+LeSadW666 Awesome stuff! ~Peace~
Very helpful older video! Thank you!
Sincerely appreciate your kind words and for watching, thank you ~Peace~
Great video, Zed. Very informative. Thanks so much!
My pleasure Jacqui and thank you as always for your kind words. Wishing you a blessed week ahead ~Peace~
Mora knives are fantastic. Just buy one and fall in love.
Amen to that ~Peace~
Those rubber blocks are sold at power tool shops, such as a place you might buy a table saw from. I use them with oil to clean off table saw tops and band saw tops
+Capt Ron Most definitely, Lansky do a good cheaper version too ~Peace~
Great videos for a newbee like me. I just got a mora. :)
Thank you kindly and you wont go wrong with a Mora so congrats ~Peace~
What an amazing tip with the marker!
Bens tuition is amazing ~Peace~
Great video and also a great idea to interview an expert on a subject you're still learning about yourself..
Very true Mahdi, there is so much expertise out there why not learn it from the experts themselves. Thank you for your kind words brother ~Peace~
Another great vid Zed. Cheers brother... Sean
Thank you for your kind words Sean, Bens a top bloke and is a privilege to have recorded this video with him. ~Peace~
Great tips on this video especially since I carry a Mora. Thanks for the info.
Appreciate you watching and for your kind words Mike ~Peace~
Good luck filing a hardened steel knife blade. Further - Ballistol is a superb gun oil which is food safe also. Great for carbon steel blades. The Japanese used a mix of mineral oil and clove oil to preserve and clean their fantastic blades. It works. ATB!
Thats great to hear Johann thank you! ~Peace~
Awesome! Ben is great. Thanks Zed!
***** A pleasure my friend and thank you for watching :) ~Peace~
Excellent sharpening tutorial!! Thank-you...
Thank you kindly Dan ~Peace~
Ben ,could you please tell me what the folding knife or saw is that you have around your neck.
Thanks in advance
Regards
Leith
Hi Leith, that knife you're referring to is Ben's 'Nomad' folding knife - benandloisorford.com/search?q=nomad*&type=product,article,page
the folding knife around the neck looks interesting..any detailed info on it? thank you!
Oh indeed its beautiful, if you check Bens website out (link below video) then all the details are on there, unless im mistaken I believe its called the 'Nomad' ~Peace~
Brilliant, I learnt loads from that, Cheers Zed & Ben : ))
Latton Bushcraft A pleasure LB, the knowledge Ben has is incredible and I learnt tons myself making this vid ~Peace~
What a great tutorial Zed, thanks a lot for sharing this! Cheers Marc
My pleasure my German stallion, hope you and family are well bro ~Peace~
liked this program , very informative , mora are the best knives . that was a nice design in the background i seen them before with led zeppelin , i dont know what they mean but their nice. i liked the shows host shirt i could,nt make out the manufacturer but could tell it was a well made shirt . thank you gentlemen .
+ratrod diesels Thank you for your kind words and for watching my friend ~Peace~
brilliant video very kind chap
all the best
Pete
Yes Ben is an amazing guy with so much knowledge, thanks for taking the time to watch and keep well my friend ~Peace~
wow, very excellent video there Zed. Thanks
+stevie babe Thank you kindly Stevie ~Peace~
Great video. The best sharpening video I've seen is one if Ben's. Like the newspaper tip will give that a try.
Atb Steve
Thank you for your kind words Steve, Ben is an absolute pro and like you I loved that newspaper technique too. Wishing you a blessed week ahead my friend ~Peace~
Such a helpful and insightful video
You are very kind Alexander thank you ~Peace~
great video mate and some top tips thanks for sharing
Thank you as always Pete for your kind words and wishing you a blessed week ahead ~Peace~
hi zed i love bens knifes but a bit out of my price range dose he do a budget knife .id love to have one
Hi Paul alas because Ben makes everything by hand so his prices tend to reflect that ~Peace~
I found these impregnated rubber blocks on Amazon. In an Amazon Customer Review, someone suggested that these could be found much cheaper by searching Google.
I did and I ended up at a place called The Rust Store. From them, you can get a set of 3 blocks for less than $10.00. I've tried using these blocks on some of my older Moras and the results were amazing. They look like new. Great video ...
Tim McCabe Great heads up Tim I appreciate you sharing that as it will help others ~Peace~
Tim McCabe bnq in the U.K. aswell sell them under decorating materials bit bigger than the one on this video but same colour aswell
Zed Outdoors bnq have them aswell bit bigger than the video but still there
Easiest terms I found to google with were "abrasive block" or "abrasive sanding block", took me a while to figure out how that thing is translated into German too but the hint in the video about the blue side of an eraser was enough and I found them as "Schleifgummi" (schleifen = to sand, grind, etc. and gummi = rubber).
A bit disappointed that they didn't mentioned the recommended grid strength though, but I assume for general maintenance of your blade a fine one is enough?
Anyone know if they're also usable for stropping the actual edge or would that already be more comparable to a fineer sharpening stone or a sharpening steel?
Tim McCabe they look like fine finish blocks I use them for decorating mines 400grit
I use choji oil or mineral oil. Just s tiny container on your kit will keep the blade nice. It also gets nicer with age. Impressive knife for the money.
I must look into Choji oil as i've not heard of that before, appreciate the heads up Brandon ~Peace~
Top tip with your mora knife, put it in boiling cider vinegar, I dip mine 3 to 4 times around 5 min's a time, the blade comes out black and is protected from rust. It also looks good being black, and hen you sharpen it you get just a small sliver of shinny metal on a all black blade. Works for me.
davebuts Not heard that one before Dave so thanks for sharing that tip. Do you still coat it with oil, etc afterwards though? ~Peace~
I did first time but not since as I think its protected, I found it on youtube I think its something like adding patina on you more knife or something like that. Peace to you brother