Morakniv Companion Heavy Duty Knife with Sandvik Carbon Steel Blade, 0.125/4.1-Inch

The Morakniv Companion Heavy Duty Knife with Carbon Steel Blade is, in my opinion, superior to the Mora Bushcraft Black. It offers comparable performance at a fraction of the cost (about $17 vs. $52), has a superior handle (allowing for more varied grip techniques), and is very nearly identical in the form of its blade. Compared with the Bushcraft Black, it lacks the carbon black coating (not essential), has a negligibly shorter blade (a scant 0.2 shorter), a slightly less aggressive drop at the tip, and is negligibly slimmer in blade height (the dimension running from the spine to the blade edge, perpendicular to its length). These differences are virtually unnoticeable without putting the two knives side by side and inspecting them very closely. With regard to durability, the blade thickness on both knives is exactly the same (0.125) and overall performance is essentially indistinguishable (though you will have to square off the spine of the Companion with some sandpaper or a file if you want it to throw sparks from a firesteel; the Bushcraft Black will do it right out of the box). So why spend more than three times as much one the Bushcraft Black? Honestly, I think most people do it because they arent aware that the famed Companion comes in this Heavy Duty (thickened) version, and because theyre attracted to the name bushcraft in the other ones name. (You can also get the Bushcraft Black in an even more expensive version that incorporates a fire steel into the sheath, which together with the cooler blackened look, probably incites gear lust.) Nevertheless, if its performance you care most about, then the far better value is the Companion Heavy Duty Knife with Carbon Steel Blade. You will be less reluctant to put it to serious work, knowing that you could buy four of them for the same price as one Bushcraft Black in its cheapest configuration. You will also be stunned by how much performance you can get out of this knife, which compares well even with knives in the $200 range! (No, Im not kidding. Its not as sexy as pricier knives, but it performs superbly and the ergonomic handle feels great with no pain points in my medium-large hands.) If you keep it oiled and clean, rust wont be a problem, and even though people like to complain that this knife is not full tang, Ive never had one break and it has batoned its way through plenty of wood processing tasks--including a few tasks that would qualify more as abuse, than proper use. There are conflicting reports on the sharpness right out of the box, but mine came hair-popping (i.e., shaving) sharp. I easily shaved a patch of hair off the back of my hand, though I found that it could be made even sharper with a few licks of my diamond stone. It holds an edge very well, as most quality carbon steels usually do. Sheath retention is not great if youre planning to clip this to a pack or some such. I wear mine on a neck lanyard much of the time, where I have never had any danger of it falling out. The knife is also easy to clip on a belt and so far, I havent had it work loose in that position either. Still, my gut tells me you would want to watch it carefully, especially as the knife ages (when these plastic sheaths tend to loosen a bit), and possibly lash it in place or make/order a kydex or deep leather sheath. Otherwise, its possible the knife could go missing during a trek in the woods. All in all, this is an outstanding knife--one of the best performing bushcraft knives youre likely to find under $100, able to hold its own against knives that cost considerably more, and absolutely THE best for the price, period. HIGHLY recommended for hikers, campers, bushcrafters, whittlers, and knife aficianados.

The knife is a great knife to have with you out in the back country the only down fall is the you got to keep the blade nice and dry cause if not it will rust but other than that it is a great knife.

These knives are a great price and come razor sharp. I carry this fixed blade with me in my EDC pack and have used it on several occasions. If you read any reviews on these knives they always read how well made they are and that they are inexpensive. That was a selling point for me and they are dead on.

Knife was razor sharp out of the box. Batonedabout 18 foot worth on 8 inch round seasoned oak cuttings and could still slice paper. Handle is great and big fills my hand nicely... Cant beat the price on this knife. Once it dulls I will just buy another...

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This knife is of very hood quality. I havent owned many knives but this one works very well for camping and around the yard chores.

A very sharp daily carry knife very pleased with purchase

Great knife. Sharp. Thick blade. Way better than most $60-100 knives Ive worked with. Definitely worth the money!! Non-traditional sheath but I like it.

I recently purchased the regular Mora Companion knife and it was perfectly sharp. This HD was not nearly as sharp which was a huge disappointment. Otherwise, this knife is everything I love about the regular Companion but stronger. Ill have to sharpen it myself.

Outstanding knife. Perfect camp knife for backpacking. Wrapped some cordage around the belt clip and wear it round my neck.