These Affordable Knives Are Better Than Mora!? | Marttiini Knives

[@The_Crow_Flies]

aww that birthday present reveal was so damn wholesome it damn near brought tears to my eyes.

[@ghloomsound]

i was smiling so damn hard

[@imanshuhairi]

!!!!!!!

[@hellsing56666]

Yeah, a good video, silly , fun and touching one.

[@josephanthony1277]

Same here. Lol

[@i_omac8614]

Same here, this channel is the most wholesome channel on KZbin

[@natek1993]

Man I loved to see the excitement of the birthday gift to Maartin. You are a real bro Mikkie. DBK y'all are the best.

[@stefanurbanek6977]

Oh man...i still remember the first time my dad gave me the Martiini he had gotten from a friend and put it into my hands some 30 odd years ago...i can remember it as it was today. The martiini eagle knife..such a beautiful and sharp thing. It was the knife i always had on my side when i started exploring the woods with my Dog (RIP you loyal beauty!) in my early twenties and started to properly love the forest, a love that still is strong today. Really the fondest knife memory i have so far. Through you guys I recently discovered "what kind of knife" it actually was after it had disappeared in a move. I was crying in joy when i ordered a one on which i had the blade marked with "papa". He gets it for his 88th Birthday. THANK you DBK guys. Thank you for ..on occasion being the Beavis and Butthead of Bushcraft, but also thank you for the great "proper" content you're always putting out. Without you...i wouldn't have found that knife which finally is due to arrive tomorrow.

[@scottfergusson8411]

You two can always put a smile on my face !

[@Cz82]

Noticed a great pattern with dbk now lol one week it's: this knife costs more than a kidney on the black market but is it any good? next week is: These knives costs less than a pack of crisps but they'll outlive you and are actually good

[@JayJay-oh1tw]

Gotta average out the cost, hahaha.

[@Ajaxykins]

The actual true trend is that companies and people that care make good quality stuff, budge or otherwise

[@jamesrichardson8488]

That seems like a good all round way to do it to me

[@JiiJiitalo]

Yeah Martin, you pronounsed Marttiini very well! Some Fins, especially those who have longer experience with puukkos and knives, dislike Marttiini because they used to be lot better; when blades were allso made here in Finland. These current production puukkos are not bad, but old ones were made with better steel.

[@demokraatti]

They offer forged carbon steel and it is pretty good. I don’t think that any old Marttiini has had better steel. The basic carbon and stainless steels are not good.

[@iamarawn]

I have two fixed knives by Marttiini. The quality is incredible, especially when you consider the pricing. I've used both in the field and I'm super happy with them. The quality is so nice, they are so beautiful and so lovely to use. I even send DBK an e-mail about it probably 2 years ago, wondering if they would do a review on it. I also have two folding knives from them. The first one I bought was made so badly, I send them an e-mail about it and received a new one. The new one was also made badly. They have birch scales attached to the handles and they are warped. On one of them, there was a pin attached to the handle that was sticking out and was sharp, cutting into your hand. The knives weren't really sharp. It felt like it was made by an entirely different company. I'd buy a new fixed blade from them without even thinking about it. They are really great. They aren't survival knives, but for general bushcrafting, gardening, whatever, they are really really nice knives. But folders are a hard pass.

[@MrOtterdude]

Throughout the line, Marttiini sheaths beat Mora. The knives are sharper than Mora, from the factory, and go to another level with just light steeling on a butcher's steel. They are among the very best field-dressing and skinning knives for the deer hunter. I've used them for 12 years now.

[@Cz82]

Got my girlfriend a Witch's Tooth she loves it

[@calcosPR]

I like that my first impression on these knives was adequate. They do look nice for processing game.

[@wayneholmes637]

I stopped using Marttiini (spelling) as I always founs them too weak for anything but light work. I still have carbon Mora but it rarely gets used. Depending on weather and likely tasks I only use my Fällkniven F1 or Terava 110 Puuko now. If you gave me a Martiini for free I would immediately gift it on to someone else.

[@MrOtterdude]

@@wayneholmes637 I feel the only way to break a Marttiini is through abuse. They're mainly hunting knives and cut effortlessly through meat. The Little Classic is the best skinning knife I ever used. Too small for some hands though. They do make a heavy, full-tang bushcraft knife if you prefer that style.

[@wayneholmes637]

@@MrOtterdude correct if your only need is for light cutting and hunting then they are ok, I use a Buck Vanguard specifically for that kind of job. Seeing as I EDC my fixed blades and never know what I will need them for then fact of the matter is the Marttiini knives are too weak to be able to survive unexpectedly hard work. That is unacceptable for a EDC fixed blade. That is the reason I carry, depending upon the climate I am currently in, either my Fällkniven F1 or Terava 110 Puuko. All Marttiini except the full tang one (which I do not like at all) aren't a match for those two knives no matter how you look at it.

[@greasepipe9999]

I find an old marttiini fishing knife in my shed, then two days later dbk makes a video on them… coincidence? I think not

[@DutchBushcraftKnives]

I put it there

[@bushmaster8912]

@@DutchBushcraftKnives have you tried LT Wright knives? If so what did you think of them?

[@BushcraftknivestothetestBKT]

@@DutchBushcraftKnives 😂

[@Shibes770]

Was it the Rapala branded Martiini?

[@702johnny]

Seriously... I am glad you guys put the birthday gift scene in the video. Awesome! Been watching DBK for years now. You guys are awesome

[@gravytrainoutdoors]

I’ve used Marttiini fish knives my whole life. They are awesome and probably impossible to beat for the money!

[@FedericoB.]

Those knives are, respectivly, in 1075 at 56 HRC, 80CrV2 at 59 HRC and 420 at 54 HRC.

[@sillybiscuit2258]

I can't believe I just found this channel! I've been collecting survival knives and pocket knives for years. You guys are easily the most informative and entertaining knife Channel on KZbin. Keep up the good work! You just got a new follower.

[@onionhead5780]

I don’t know why but I had the biggest smile on my face during the entire birthday gift segment. Just watching you guys and your friendship is awesome. 👊

[@TNVlogs8]

I just bought 250$ of Marttiini knives. They should give you some commission. Love your channel guys! From Texas USA!

[@Christopherjamesmurphy21]

You guys showing how close your friendship is with the birthday present was really cool. Some people only dream of having a bond like that

[@anthonyfeatherstone7696]

Love the friendship between these 2

[@watsonlitchfield2306]

I have some Martinni knives that my dad bought before I was born, and I'm in my mid 50's. I still use them and they are the best fillet knives I've ever seen or used. Thanks for another awesome video!

[@Robert5hw]

I'd like to see you boys do an old school review on a Kephart style knife. You've got several modern options from LT Wright, Bark River, and even the Ka-Bar BK62. I'd love to see how such an iconic and classic design holds up today.

[@bittidude]

I have used martiini knives a lot, my first knife was a martiini and so was my second and third to (Im finnish so of course I support them). But lately they are producing most of their knife blades in china and are totaly crap, cheap steel with bad edge retension. The first and second knife I had was made in finland rovaniemi in the martiinin workshop and I bought them from there. But the third knife was totaly crap needed to be resharpen after every use......so no more martiini knives for me I stick to the quality knives from fallkniven instead

[@hachimanjiro]

They were great back in 80's and '90s

[@kommissarjupiter7667]

Are the Made in Finland marked ones better ?

[@RiasSenpaiTheWallet]

@@kommissarjupiter7667 Probably, atleast mine which I bought from Rovaniemi is fine.

[@arielgarcia5065]

"we will look like donkeys if it's the same steel" Well, geometry is an important factor

[@outdoor_affe]

Not to forget heat treatment!

[@arielgarcia5065]

@@outdoor_affe yeah, even in the same factory and same model SOMETIMES quality control isn't equal on every knife (it may change slightly and be a bit softer or something) Edit: I remember that in 2019 Varusteleka canceled a whole batch of terävä 140 due to a heat treatment issue. I had to wait few months so they could do a new production

[@bp-hx9ts]

@@arielgarcia5065 props to them for canceling it most companies would have probably just shipped it out and hoped nobody noticed so many production companies put out mediocre heat treats

[@arielgarcia5065]

@@bp-hx9ts yeah, absolutely

[@pedroperalta5719]

Firstly, let me say I love the fact you guys are such true friends. Thanks for your review of these Marttiini knives. I have three in my collection including a 90th Anniversary limited edition, and my pride and joy The Damascus Hunter a work of knife art with true convex at 61HRC. Please keep up the great work. All the best to you, and yours!

[@joelhunter984]

It’s awesome you two have been friends for as long as you have been. A relationship to envy for sure. Good you both have a love for metal and knives and each other…..No homo. Never loose that!

[@spoderpan9303]

watching martin unbox his give was priceless. you guys have a awesome relationship

[@chewher4171]

Thank you for coving Marttiini Knives. I misread and thought these were Martin's knives. But you can't go wrong for the money, steel and performance. Especially if you are on a budget. Thank you both!

[@bahur47]

This birthday gift part of the video was awesome guys , it really made me smile , thanks for sharing it :) Everyone needs a friend like this !

[@AJ-cb6vg]

I have the same marttiini linx, I butchered a lot of wild game with it, black bear, caribou and moose. It's awesome knife, with great edge retention. And you can't beat those beautiful leather sheets!!

[@paulvandenboom835]

The condor timderjack is my main hunting knife. It stays sharp as hell, and if I drop it in the woods I can get another one for $10.

[@Hungrybird474]

Oh man . What a nice gift . Totally awesome . Glad to see good friendships .

[@RGudmetalhead]

I own 3 Marttiini knives, 2 of which i bought in their brand store on my trips to Helsinki. The one I've used the most called Silver Carbinox, it has a rubber handle and "carbinox" blade steel. It's some kind of proprietary steel they use, judging by the name it's stainless with higher carbon content than their regular stainless. Really comfortable knife, sheath with a dangler is also comfortable to use and wear, decent edge retention for the price. The only thing is that it's a bit short (85mm) which is handy for carving but not so good for food prep, like, it's not enough to comfortably cut a loaf of bread or something that big.

[@olmanoutlaw]

I remember my first experience with Marttiini knives between ten and fifteen years ago. Me and my family were walking through a mall in Tennessee and there was a kiosk set up with knives. Me being a knife guy couldn't resist so I spent close to an hour there and talking to the guy running it. A Marttiini knife caught my eye simply from the mirror polished edge and I always like to touch, smell, love on and inspect any knife I possibly can before buying and I fell in love. At that time it was possibly the sharpest knife out of the box I've encountered to this day. So impressed and it was so cheap. I figured I'd give it a try because there was nothing much to lose but a few bucks and after using and carrying outdoors on weekends I have been a fan of Marttiini ever since and I'm so glad you guys did this video. Finland also makes some of my favorite rifles, in which I also have, Tikka. Great video. As far as the Marttiini steel in their knives all I can tell you is it's damn good for the price whatever it is.

[@vladimiradutskevich5507]

I use Marttiini Lynx Lumberjack as an all-round knife. It is very sharp and perfect for wood work and carving. I have Mora also, but they are a bit thinner if you compare them. Lynx can handle more force and fits more for carving. Today it was Halloween pumpkin that was handled but it.

[@threeminuteshate]

I have watched you guys for less than two weeks now but I think I love you both.

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

I have two Marttiini knives and I love them. Thanks for showing us. Take care.

[@mattiecreates]

Every DBK video now i just look forward to hearing the Wodan Boys 🤘

[@paulkopacz5051]

I have been pretty impressed by Mora. I have the Robust and filed the spine to give it a 90 degree edge to spark a ferro rod. It's done everything I asked it to do including skinning a rattle snake.

[@areallydepressedfish5201]

I have been inspired to get one of these knives. Thank you beautiful Dutch men.

[@KuukkeliBushcraft]

Most Marttiini blades are made in Germany or France, the so called forged blades are I belive are made by Laurin Metalli here in Finland. 80CRV2 its a harder steel hence the better edge retention. They do seem quite secretive about the steel.

[@frost8077]

I have the Condor Timberjack. It's currently my best knife and my favorite, a wonderful budget knife.

[@gaberoo9099]

Sweet fallkniven folder! Happy Birthday Martin!

[@knarlygnivesandoutdoors8034]

I’ve dont a bunch of videos on Marttiini knives, I love them, among my favorite for sure.

[@Matt_The_Hugenot]

I love Marttinni knives.

[@anthonywayne7230]

I love yalls passion for one enother as well as your knives. True friends are well truly great lol thanks for the videos

[@E.D.B]

Ive been waiting for this video for sooo long!! THANKS GUYS!

[@ricardodafonseca9043]

Nice to see Marttiini getting some love. Lucky for you the forged one and the normal carbon one are different.

[@StrangerOman]

DBK episode, gone emotional, gone breathtaking with Mikkies present. :> That was epic.

[@hachimanjiro]

I had a marttiini back in the '80's I used for fishing and rabbit hunting and it was a great knife for the price, can't remember what happened to it though

[@michaelfrinks4094]

They make the Rapala fillet knives that I've been using my whole life. I swear by those so I'm not surprised they make some other great affordable knives

[@georgeredbranch652]

I have had both the Timber jack, and Lynx for the past 3 years. For wood craft they carve really well and just need a strop every now and then. I also have the Tops B.O.B, and mini scandi l find myself going back to the 2 Finish knives for carving. I find l have more control with them. Only down side with the Timber Jack is the length of the grip. A wee bit too small in my hand. Never battoned with them. Glad to know they would hold up. Keep up the fun videos.

[@danielcrutchley4858]

that's a really great birthday gift. Nice one Mikkie. Enjoy Martin

[@SkunkPunch73]

Hahaha you two are absolutely excellent if not the finest pair of knife reviewers on this tube! Stay safe and healthy both and keep on laughing ✌️🥃🥃😘

[@darcyleepearson4416]

Life is so poo right now!….it does me good to see real friends just being …your videos are such a good pick me up! Xxx

[@TheWtfnonamez]

As I got more into knives I found myself increasingly wanting "bigger, stronger, thicker, tougher, heavier". Now Im actually learning to carve, whittle, and make functional bushcraft items in the field, like cutlery, pegs, and toggles, I am suddenly rummaging through my knife box for things like my little Martiini puukko. They are great little knives which I regretted getting at the time, but now Im spending more time carving wood I appreciate that a small, tough, super sharp blade is what you need. I was seduced by the idea of "one knife to rule them all" but the reality is that you need a tool for fine carving, and a tool for fire prep. How you do it is up to you, but you aint going to be carving a spoon with a kabar, or chopping up logs with a Mora.

[@nonjaninja4904]

My Timberjack broke really easily. I've abused all of my Moras ten times worse than the Timberjack before it broke at the handle. The polymer isn't built for batoning. The blade was really sharp though, but I'd take a Mora Companion HD in stainless any day.

[@wpruitt82]

Great video, I asked them last video in youtube comments to review Marttiini knives and they did. These guys do read the comments :)

[@The4cp]

That was a great birthday gift!

[@sabersbushcraft5369]

Another great video guys

[@brandon_crow1291]

Would love to see you guys test the classic buck 119.

[@eyeofthetiger4184]

G'day M & M, of the 3 Marttinis I have with rubber handles, (2 filleting and 1 Big Game Hunter), you can feel the tang moving around inside the handle and now the blades all sit off center to the right. I really like their designs at the price point, but none of my Moras do that, even under much harder use. Cheers Duke.

[@mlm_academyofficial2041]

It likely isn't the tang, but just the grip since they aren't full tang but like 3/4 tang.

[@eyeofthetiger4184]

@@mlm_academyofficial2041 Yep totally agree mate, but there's way too much give internally to the point where it's significantly skewing the blade angle in relation to the handle after use. Damn shame, because, as I say they are basically great designs for the dough. Cheers Duke.

[@Bluelightbandit]

You guys probably don't know who I'm referring to but there were 2 characters on Saturday Night Live called Hans and Frans and they were always willing to pump you up. You guys are totally them. 🍻 Cheers!

[@jacobweisth7180]

I got to look at their steel chart when I visited one of their shops in Rovaniemi in 2017. Their carbon steel of choice (then) was C75, and they used 1.4116 Krupp for most stainless models. The stainless ones were quite soft compared the carbon ones, at just 54-56 hrc, if I remember correctly. They do have some made with Damasteel, those are really nice!

[@engle42085]

Good job guys that gift was touching

[@dougrussell1926]

I have a witches tooth. Used it on my 6 month Appalachian trail hike 8 yearss ago, and still use it on a regular basis.

[@wolfman011000]

Dude you will love that folder, abit on the heavy side but a great folder, my missus gave me ivory one for our anniversary years ago. I always carry it when we go out for date night and sod the law. You have a really good friend there and it is even more special being the last of it's type. Great video, reviewing cheaper quailty blades is good way to introduce people who wanting to start collecting using and learning blades crafts. Take care,God bless one and all.

[@DutchBushcraftKnives]

thank you so much man

[@sgtfatrod8901]

80CRV2 at 59.5hrc on the forged & I'm guessing the timberjack is the same as mora, which I think is essentially 1095.

[@Mr1MOA]

I have a few Marttiini knives now, initially was just interested in getting their kitchen knives, but also picked up the Timberjack & Hunter. Great knives for the money!!

[@fossilimprint2954]

Happy Birthday Maarten, Mikkie's gift was amazing.

[@finforcer]

I have the lynx and the wild boar, totally worth the money -hope to get the damascus some day to my collection -superb quality.

[@tommmy911]

Condor timberjack is HRC 55-57 and the forged steel is HRC 59.5. I own the Condor timberjack and the handle is absolutely amazing, great rubber handles.

[@DutchBushcraftKnives]

explains a lot! thanks!

[@chrismaynard8600]

I have a couple of Marttiinni filet knives that work pretty well. I have a folder that I love the looks of and its fairly well built, I just never carry for some reason, and I have a Timberjack. They all great knives for the money but I still prefer Moras.

[@lalli8152]

Yeah even as finn for me the fact that how much they have started using chinese manufacture lately to my understanding makes me want to rather support mora. Not to mention they seemed to largely copy mora not only the budget plastic handle versions, but even the classic "lynx" has i think changed the grind more of mora style compared to vintage ones.

[@Yellwolf]

Excellent.. it almost felt like it was my birthday! Happy birthday marrtiin martini?

[@jeremynedrow7003]

I have a Marttiini knive made out of 80crv2 and is one of the best knives I've ever used.Im pretty sure it's the timber jack with reindeer antler and curly birch .It was 100 dollars and full mirror polished edge.

[@alaskaraftconnection-alask3397]

I've been using various Martttiini knives over 40ish years. Overall the knives I have, use, and maintain are reasonable outdoor knife selections. Some I have are limited or collector versions... some I use while some are keepsakes as new in presentation boxes. Of a certain few collectors I enjoy some that are now pretty expensive and have appreciated considerably over the years. Marttiini has all 'grades' of knives from high quality to value-based. I will say the older (or could call vintage) knives are quite a bit better, and nicer workmanship. Some of the more mass-produced, 'box-store' related versions... I'd have to relate provide inexpensive, easily available utility... useful BUT... not all that great or reliable.

[@tonyjedioftheforest1364]

I have a couple of this brand knives as my local gun shop sells them. The silver series 5cm is in my top 10 favourites. It’s made with their own proprietary steel and is so handy for small carving tasks. It has a full size handle that feels very comfortable. I have never put them through hard abuse as they aren’t designed for that, just Bushcraft.

[@timcline2799]

My Marttiini Lapp carbon has been excellent for 20yrs. Ditto 7” fillet. Ahti is also a favourite. Using Laurin Mettali blades. I argue steel type is not the be all end all. Heat treatment is at least as important, if not more so, than steel composition. It’s possible to spend lots on high grade steel that had mistakes made during heat treating process resulting in lack lustre performance. Conversely, a middling-quality steel worked expertly can give high end results. Expert knowledge of any given steels qualities, and knowing how to manipulate optimally is the key.

[@cheryljason9617]

Put them through the same tests you did in the 1st video the choping bricks hammer then into a tree and stand on it the tip test y'all beat the hell out of mora back in the old one is why I have them on my hunting packs thank you both for all the info I appreciate y'all and your time

[@BaconNBeer]

How is it Marten has a birthday every time he wants a new knife? I thought I was the only one.

[@erezpadan1553]

joker knifes next please

[@areee999]

The b-day present was the best part of the whole video.

[@sergioausrio]

nice, i waited a long time for you to consider this brand

[@youngranger8212]

i just now discovered that kikkies band is actually mikkies band and im so excited to listen to all your stuff, ive always wondered about the music but never looked into it

[@feartheduck6664]

Cool. I just got a Angolass MAW with an overall length of 300 mm. The brown polymer handle has a white butt end cap with gold dragon insert and comes with a lanyard. Cru forged V steel with convex edge and 90 degree spine. Made by Christin Sharp in Monaco 🇲🇨 it is a masterpiece.

[@breoganlopez3943]

great video,beautifull knives,and happy birthday marteen👏👏👏

[@elijahboesche6663]

I've carried a timberjack on my hip and a marttiini folder everyday for the last year. My choice over mora most of the time.

[@banana_splitz5679]

I’m in pre calculus right now, but dbk isn’t first

[@DenisHauser]

De Marttiini messen zien er prachtig traditioneel uit! :)

[@jonathanhughes8670]

From their website: The regular carbon steel (Cr 0.3%; C 0.75%) has a hardness of HRC 55-57. We also use forged carbon steel (Cr 0.6%; C 0.84%) which is tempered to the hardness HRC 59.5.

[@johnfromscotland1050]

Boys.....that was such a nice gesture and brilliant Birthday present....(lucky boy).... I have always been interested in those knives, but a bit sceptical.Great video lads...cheers..👍👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🍺🍺🍺

[@thejohny1166]

Love the Video, great discovery of these Knives!!!

[@n-signia1087]

That birthday line was super weird for me because it’s my birthday 5 days from now. Lol happy birthday Maarten! You old bastard.

[@ericmathews5259]

What would be the best big and little 2 knife carry, for bush crafting?

[@Valtter1]

I love marttiini knives. Great value for money.

[@ianhowick]

I don't know if this is still the case, but J. Martiini used to make some of the Rapala branded knives in the US, and they have been some of the best filet knives i've ever owned.

[@BraxxJuventa]

Congratulations Maarten! 👍😁👍😁

[@peerx7866]

How about the Ganzo FH805 ? IMHO it is just good ! It is a knife, not an axe or a saw. Keep that in mind, before destroying an item.

[@Edwinthemountainman8454]

Its so funny that they fall somethimes out of character and speak Dutch for me as a Friesian its funny becouse i understand 😂 9:31 and ther great dutch accent on their english you guys are great👍

[@FrancoisCloutierChose]

I believe the steel is Carbinox T508. And here's what they say about it: ''Carbinox T508 steel combines the best characteristics of carbon and chrome steel: toughness, easiness of honing and extreme durability. The carbon content of the steel is 0.5%, the chrome content is 8% and its hardness is 56-57 HRC. The steel is not classified as stainless, but its resistance to corrosion is considerably higher than that of traditional carbon steel. In order to maintain Carbinox T508 it is sufficient to clean the blade carefully and dry it after use. However we also recommend the occasional treatment of the blade with unsalted oil.''

[@jimbarbwe1985]

Marttiini are the best bang for your buck and even their folders fit nice in bigger hands, fast shipping to the UK, free engraving, big range from £ to ££££, there is also something about their designs finishes and the details that distinguishes them from all others.

[@PuReBlOoD3478]

DBK and TAC in the same day. Holy balls

[@Marc43666]

i dont think many people here know TAC but yeah agree great to see a vid from him aggain

[@PuReBlOoD3478]

It's like Christmas. Thank yall for keeping me from hanging myself.

[@Blue-ws1io]

Thank you for putting the gift opening on the video!