KNIFE OFF! Mora Garberg vs Fallkniven F1

Comparison of my experiences using both these super reputable, super high quality blades. Because they both fall into that category of bushcraft and survival, I thought it would make sense to put them head to head.
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[@snesleywipessqueegeeservices]

Love this instant subscribe well done. Pls do more vids! 🙏😎💪

[@bigknifeadventureclub]

I love your channel's proposal, which follows a more minimalist line. Please post more videos :) a big hug, Emerson F.

[@walksalone175]

I’m fond of both of these knives but the F1 lanyard hole comment is spot on. Since I don’t like lanyards it doesn’t cause a problem.

[@akejohansson2860]

Have em both, they usually stay home. Either bushcraft black or companion hd is always on duty👍👍

[@mrc2205]

Great review, I prefer the F1, but I can see the sense in choosing the Mora. Mora is a great knife for the money, they don’t let you down. But that more expensive feel the Fallkniven give you, you can feel the difference, and it is great in hand.

[@somefuckstolemynick]

Couldn't agree more, the Mora makes a lot more sense for 99.9% of cases and people. So much more reasonbly priced. That said, I have both and I just love the feel of the Fällkniven F1 in my hand. It's the one I use.

[@alexandergutfeldt1144]

Excellent review! I own both knives and definitely prefer the F1. The Garberg is too heavy, to me it just doesn't feel well balanced.

[@loyalegroup3929]

Great review!. Personally, I think I'd go with the Garberg. 14C28N is a helluva' tough "stainless" steel. I bought a Fallkniven A1x (*Lam CoS) to compare to my 1095 TOPS 107E...and was severely disappointed. For me, the TOPS outperformed the Fallkniven at every turn. Obviously, everyone is different and your mileage may vary.

[@mikerobbins5049]

I have the Mora Garberg and love it. As far as the F1..... to expensive for me... I’d rather pay closer to $100 and have several different knives that I’m not scared of losing. I have Buck’s, Gerber, Mora’s and others that I’ve used over the years and have really never seen the need for expensive knives that have exotic steel’s....

[@ScottMitchell2]

Nice review/comparison. Ever since buying my Mora Companion years ago I've been all about the Scandi grind. Even my folding pocket knife is Scandi now. Now I have 2 Garberg's and some other decent fixed blades

[@thewimpycamper7692]

Oh thanks for the kind comment! Definitely 2 very solid options regardless! Now you’ve got me curious! Been looking for a scandi folding pocket knife! What are you using?

[@ScottMitchell2]

@@thewimpycamper7692 Cold Steel makes a very reasonably priced one called the Finn Wolf or something. My new favorite one is Tops Mini Scandi Linerlock and it's a flipper. The Cold Steel one was very durable as a folding pocket knife and I had no complaints about it. I just couldn't resist getting the back flipper model from Tops

[@thewimpycamper7692]

@@ScottMitchell2 oh nice!! Yeah i forgot about that TOPS scandi folder!! Looks great !

[@haraldmoeller-cp6nj]

Yeah Canada. How did you change the grind? Wet stones ,belt sander...?

[@bs78315]

I have the garberg carbon for 3 years now, and I'm very happy with I put it through hell, and it is still my go to knive

[@cochiez]

I haven’t tried the F1 but generally speaking I prefer it’s blade shape. I also prefer a larger and more rounded grip for my large hands tho, and my Garberg is really comfortable to use. I’ve also lost or damaged a lot of knives over the years and have found that I don’t want to pay more than necessary for a durable product. Anything more is money down the drain for me. I very much appreciate that some knives cost more because of an aesthetic or other intangible quality. That said, neither of these knives are pretty. They’re both utilitarian and designed to be used as tools. All that to say, between these two, I’ll confidently stick with my Mora Garberg.

[@Smartax1307]

I have F1 in 3G steel , and also A1 in vg10, hmm 3G is 61 HRC and when I use it often damage the edge, but on A1 VG10 doesn’t seem to have issue

[@thewimpycamper7692]

Oh good input!! I have never tried the VG10! Really too bad that you get edge damage. Was it on hardwoods and batoning that you noticed the edge damage?

[@mikemorton0]

I need one of those fallknivens, seems perfect for canoe trips and winter camping

[@thewimpycamper7692]

Oh you do Mike! I think you’d really like it! Do you like the Mora Garberg?

[@mikemorton0]

@thewimpycamper7692 shockingly I've never even held one! My issue with it is mostly rhe blade length, I prefer 3.5 and it's about 4.5 ? The F1 is 3.75 I think ?

[@thewimpycamper7692]

Ohh good point Mike. Yeah it’s funny, i made this video a couple years ago and the fallkniven now might be my preferred between the two. Still dont know if it’s worth the price difference tho! But moras are impossible to beat value wise 😂

[@mikemorton0]

@@thewimpycamper7692 agreed, should just get a mora craftline that's under 4 inches for like 20 bucks...

[@thewimpycamper7692]

@@mikemorton0 heehee totally, not that any knife nut would admit that!

[@MrDosonhai]

The Garberg has a multi-mount version where it has an extra secure belt which is more secure than the F1.

[@andyhooutdoors]

Hi M, nice to hear your thoughts between the Garberg and the F1. I like both knives but tend to gravitate towards the F1. I don’t know why, but having said this I am of the opinion you can’t go wrong with either one of them. I haven’t been active in IG so it is kind of refreshing to see your videos here. Hope you are doing great!

[@thewimpycamper7692]

hey Andy!!! long time no see!! It's been. forever!!! I've missed seeing you on Instagram! Thanks so much for dropping a line. I actually do gravitate more and more to the F1. I filmed this a couple of years ago and I guess over time the weight difference and the nimbleness of a smaller blade like the F1 has really grown on me. Just can't beat the price of a Mora I guess! Hope you're well!!

[@andyhooutdoors]

@@thewimpycamper7692 Hi M, thank you so much. I am doing great, but I have been busy with work and so hardly find the time to post. Missed you guys much! Take care and have fun in the outdoors!

[@haraldmoeller-cp6nj]

Bright lanyards can help you find your knife.

[@williamtowne4792]

Great knife!!!!! Buy Carbon for strength and quality you will not regret it

[@wolfpacak47]

how do you sharpen your garberg I bought a 1000/6000 grit whetstone for mine it's sharp but the scandi grind isn't smooth looking it has shiny and dull spots in would like it uniform and smooth appreciate any advise

[@bryanrichey6840]

Are you stropping after? This will get you the mirror polished look and a better final edge.

[@wolfpacak47]

@@bryanrichey6840 I'm using my leather belt I guess I need to buy a real strop that comes with the paste huh ?

[@agyemanboaten4385]

Only criticism is that she didn't shake the Fallkniven as had as the Mora. Not a fair test.

[@GunGuy258]

Mora all dah

[@stevanoutdoor]

The intentions behind the two knives are different. The F1 being a 'just in case knife' and the Garberg more being a designated knife when you don't mind the weight. My personal preference is the F1 that I actually throw in my backpack or duffel bag as that 'just in case you need a knife' knife. I have the Garberg but it's in the box because the weight turned me off. For that weight there are better options.

[@DemoMan-fq9zi]

Log off youtube because everything you say is pointless. Youre too feeble to hold a Garberg we get it.

[@scottmcintosh2988]

Put a pony tail holder to hold the knife from growing legs and getting lost !!!

[@bruce-qm5fl]

Mora is the best buy in knives. I have 5 Mora's. 2 old style 511s and 3 basic wood carver's with the 510 handle. They were carbon steel back then. I have knives with supposedly superior steel but I've never been one to be a steel snob. If it works it works.

[@ricardoavila2048]

Nice vídeo. But the Fallkniven F1 is the best 😉

[@Darrenski]

The F1 I had the grind was all over the place making sharpening a challenge to say the least. One side was noticeably shallower than the other which took a lot of time to correct and needed a lot of stock removal, obviously weakening the blade. Looking back I wish I'd just sent it back. Plus that lanyard hole is less than useless. I found the F1 was the most overrated knife I've ever had and I prefer the garberg in every way.

[@molnarantal8334]

👍✌️🤝

[@tohtorisykero2013]

the weights of the knives are wrong!

[@howardvarley8795]

Garberg All day long. Easier to sharpen, better blade spine, exposed pommel, half the price, bigger handle. Just a better knife.

[@speedygonzales9993]

I use the Garberg stainless. Never like the laminated steel Fallkniven uses. 👍👍👍!!! And, oh, of all the Fallkniven models, I still think the so-called 'X' models are better because of the 'finger guard' design.

[@billcarey9184]

F1 pro

[@mrdarren1045]

If you had a man's hands you'd instantly see how useless that fallkniven lanyard hole is. Whoever decided to put it there needs a new job.

[@thewimpycamper7692]

Oh yeah! I can see that it might not be as friendly for large hands! Do you have the Mora Garberg?

[@mrdarren1045]

@@thewimpycamper7692 yes I have a carbon garberg and I can't fault it, especially for the price. Imo it's all the knife you'll ever need. A few years ago I ordered an f1 and although I could tell it was a well made knife it just wasn't the one for me so I moved it on.

[@jasonedwardledburynewzeala9897]

F1

[@SirPraiseSun]

170 dollars doesnt come with diamonds on it and its a molded handle YUCK hard pass

[@jls2975]

Original garberg (non convex) easily loses against F1

[@LYNXNOMAD26]

There is no comparison. The Falkniven is a lot superior

[@2Snakes]

Sure thing, Joker.