Mora Companion: Carbon VS. Stainless - Which is Better?

In this video I compare two Morakniv companion knives, one made from carbon steel and the other of stainless, to find which steel has better edge retention. We'll be applying several sharpness tests on materials like carpet, as well as batoning to see how long these knives hold an edge. This video doesn't ultimately decided which Morakniv is best, but which one will stay sharp the longest. This knife can be used for bushcraft, camping, carving and whittling, and any other outdoor application.
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Music:
Pressure by Riot
The William Tell Overture by Rossini
Abracadabra by Silent Partner
If I had a Chicken by Kevin MacLeod
Happy Mandolin by Media Right Productions

[@TheElvenArcher]

Wanted to take a second to thank you all for checking out this video. If you're at all interested in purchasing one of the knives shown in this video, please consider using these links to help support the channel: amzn.to/2CM6q1y (carbon) amzn.to/2NINiT5 (stainless) The cost is the same for you but I get a small commission on each purchase which will go to helping me produce better videos in the future. Edit: as it has been brought up several times, the carbon steel is actualy c100.

[@6lr6ak6]

Great video,

[@Surv1ve_Thrive]

by the way...The stainless companion is 2.5 mm thick, carbon is 2mm. The companion HD carbon is 3.2mm

[@truthmefree]

Keep making videos young man! You have a knack for it. Not everyone can make a video like this enjoyable to watch all the way through.

[@brakeme1]

truthmefree just adding your statement is ...an understatement. Fine line between forced, fake, campy and REAL potential.

[@savagewoodsman2363]

I have to totally..AGREE! the whole time I'm watching im thinking.. this is the best commentary I've ever seen on a vid..you definitely have the knack for this...keep it up!

[@col8179]

Ya good job man great vid

[@000neuro4]

Agreed!

[@raidhooutdoors]

This is the best Mora knife review I have ever seen.

[@Winnie_Grett]

5 years later its still a great video. Great work man.

[@londiniumarmoury7037]

Mora use 3-4 different steels, mainly 3, Sandvik 12C27 for the majority of their stainless blades, UHB 20C Carbon for most of their carbon blades, but they also use laminated carbon steel on a few of their knives too, Which is a 61 HRC steel edge laminated with 2 jacket softer steels around the sides. The Sandvick 12C27 they use ont he majority of their stainless blades is a razorblade steel which was specifically made for razor blades which has a very fine grain structure and high edge stability at shallow grinds. The 14C28N is also a Sandvik steel which was developed by Sandvik and Kershaw knife company to use in folding knives, it is a modified version of 12C27 razorblade steel with added Nitrogen to increase the hardness at low carbon content. Hope this helps, good video.

[@spicesmuggler2452]

That helped a ton, thank you

[@Mysteri0usB]

Loved this video man, you have great charisma on camera. Not just the same old knife review, not some guy rambling for 10 minutes. Well planned and well executed. Informative and enjoyable. Keep it up!

[@ashourdanial515]

axons 100% agree with you

[@verticalnetwork1]

@@ashourdanial515 yes!

[@king_klaba]

i agree 👍🏽

[@daryooshfatemi]

despite there are many dedicated retention testers, I found your comparison and the way you did it really great, valid, and informative. Thank you 🔪

[@Rashoop]

Thank you for enduring what you did for this test. GREAT sense of humor, and just an enjoyable video to watch. You deserve the hot chocolate.

[@TheGnom33]

I loved this video so much :D I came for the info about the knives and stayed for your personality and talent. :D Keep on going strong man.

[@TheBootyWrangler]

Holy shit this is the video that got me back into knife collecting 4 years ago! I remember! I was just looking for a good work knife and had decided on the companion, but did not know which to get. And bought the stainless off of this recommendation. Found this video because I unburied that mora from storage the other day, put a wicked edge on it, and have been running it the last week with great success

[@montadoenlanube]

Es de los reviews mas honestos y no pretenciosos que he visto jamás! excelente video!

[@smartascarrots]

That was one of the most enjoyable knife reviews I've watched, as well as being extremely informative. You really know your stuff! Oh, before I forget - deipnosophist!

[@comradesoupbeans4437]

you managed to be both genuinely funny and make a good, useful knife review, hat off to you good sir

[@michaellangshaw1521]

I am and have always been a fan of a good bush craft knife. I currently subscribed to DBK and watch all their comparisons and knife testing. I’ve got to say I enjoy watching your comparison. It was a simple and accurate test and clearly showed the difference with no tricks up your sleeve and no biased opinion. Just wanted to say… Job well done! Thanx. Mike

[@TheStaniG]

Just found this video randomly recommended to me, love the humour and the editing was ok. Ya just earned a sub buddy boy.

[@sarge27271]

Kid, I gotta give it to you. Kudos on the editing!

[@andrewtisdale4186]

Nice. Your testing was pretty darn thorough. Too many big KZbinrs don't take the time to perform practical tests in regard to edge retention. Cutting through carpet a predetermined number of times seems like a great way to test and fairly compare the edge retention of different knives. Keep up the good work.

[@shawfestify]

Based on your test results, I agree. I’m glad I didn’t have to do the tests-good job!

[@lanetaglio]

Dude,.. you are hilarious, witty, talented and a blast to watch! My boys are motivated to make vids on par with you so keep up the good work and keep having fun!

[@mcoppock214]

No way I wouldn’t have thought of this outcome. Great fair test well done.

[@a.delome8023]

Oh that "Out of body experience!!!" This senior citizen wants to commend you on a wonderfully entertaining and informative video. Keep up the good work. If I ever need some carpet remnants cut up.... relax... I won't call to burden you with the task. The comedic edge you brought to your video was wonderful and the William Tell Overture was a great touch playing over your task. Enjoy life, good luck to you, and take care!

[@chuckvan1568]

I have both types of Mora knives and they are a very good value. It was interesting to learn the stainless was so good. Thanks!

[@bjardoin10]

Gotta say this was much more entertaining than a lot of the other reviews I’ve watched. Keep it up man. I definitely enjoy your sense of humor. Subscribed

[@AlexanderSLeBlanc]

Loved this video. This guy is funny and the video was well edited! I wish more review videos could be like this.

[@sloanIrrigation]

You're a funny young guy, for sure. I enjoyed this very much! Owner of, oh, I don't know, maybe a dozen or so Mora knives, I immediately clicked on your click bait title. I was surprised both by delivery of information and the results. I have both stainless and carbon Moras and I consider them the best all around outdoor knife in existence. I have some very expensive knives in my collection but I find that my Mora is always the one I reach for. It clips on and off my pants pocket without having to frig around with my belt, is easy to sharpen, doesn't frighten store owners or Wal-Mart shoppers when I wear it into the markets, inexpensive enough I don't sweat losing or breaking it (although I've never done either) Thanks so much for the video. You have a new subscriber and look forward to more videos!

[@Mr2at]

Frivolity aside, that was actually some good testing. Great vid.

[@John_B319]

You should have just as many subscribers as over-rated knife reviewers. Your funny and your videos are enjoyable to watch! I hope you gain a lot more subscribers over the years. Good luck!!!!!

[@jeffreyblumenthal3057]

funny and helpful. kudos on being clear that results are specific to this test.

[@scottmoore5839]

I watch tons of knife vids, and you did a better job than most.....Nice Job.

[@field.palmer]

You did a really great job! The little details you added are fantastic

[@mayen67]

Great video, no fluff, straight to point.

[@TheGreywulff]

This was the most enjoyable knife test that I have ever seen ! Oh, and I just subscribed 😊. Keep up the good work !!!!

[@geraldhorst1]

one of the best videos I ever came across. Well done. Thank you.

[@tolun99]

You actually put some work into this one, both working the knife and the editing. Nicely done!

[@vixenite7901]

This was pretty damn funny not gonna lie. I know this was made a year ago, but keep up the good work.

[@armadon161]

I know this was years ago, but I APPRECIATE YOU.

[@davidmcgrath9581]

i don't know why anyone would give a thumbs down, it makes me so angry when someone is out there busting their balls doing a proper knife test, i wish they were more people out their like you, i know which knife i'm going to buy, hats off to you young man, excellent video and some good humour thrown in their as well.

[@ignacioloera3967]

Keep making videos young man! You have a knack for it. Not everyone can make a video like this enjoyable to watch all the way through X2

[@jamescooper2618]

I have several Mora's in carbon steel. They are easy to get to an absolutely ridiculous state of sharpness. As sharp as a good straight razor. just a bit of Vaseline rubbed on keeps them from rusting even the smallest amount. It's nice to see they will take so much abuse like in your 2x4 chopping test! I especially liked that.

[@dimitrifortounis4787]

Great video. I like how you left no doubt that the knives weren't sharpened between tests. Really fair testing. Your video was the tipping point between carbon and stainless. Ordered stainless 🙂 thanks

[@redriver6541]

You do an excellent job with your videos man. Production is way up there..... Had me rolling and learning.

[@xXryanthelionXx]

Hahaha dude! This video is freakin great! 🤣 I was legit laughing my ass off rn! Loved the kicking off the ledge part! 👌🏽

[@liamr6672]

Nice work! I did some tests with the newer craftline blades and came to the same conclusion, the stainless definitely held an edge better. However the carbon seems much easier to sharpen.

[@billcampbell6602]

thoroughly enjoyed that for some reason ...thanks

[@aaronwind67]

Just got 2 used morra knives online. Really excited

[@johnr.timmers2297]

Nobody does this kind of test. I'm so glad you did this I'm subbing. Great content, gonna go buy a mora light my fire stainless now

[@TheElvenArcher]

A good choice, I can't say I was a fan of the integrated Ferro rod (it's really small and hard to use) but it should still serve you well.

[@timbarton6145]

Way to go buddy. That was both entertaining and I learned something. Keep up the good work.

[@simonfamily]

Great job. I ended up getting both.

[@snorman1951]

Great job. You've got a good thing going. And I'm better informed to make a decision on a new Mora.

[@dylnfstr]

This video deserves my sub. Great quality review and humor. haha

[@runlevelzer0]

Great test, thanks! The argument between carbon vs stainless will never be put to rest. The way that I look at it, the ultimate determining factors are going to be your preference and your environment. If you live in a wet/coastal area, choose stainless. Otherwise, go carbon... IF you want to. Both will cut.

[@diamondwchamp]

Your Video answered my question about Stainless vs Carbon. I was hesitant on which to purchase.

[@popeye101b]

A great comparison with realistic tests, well done young man please keep going with the videos, informative and entertaining. I subscribed, hi from the UK..

[@WarGrrl3]

Rrally well done review, glad I came across your channel.

[@bonariablackie4047]

Genius. Absolute genius. Please make another video!

[@markuss.5322]

One rarely sees a interesting and entertaining video here. I mean, sometimes this happens, in two different videos, but very rarely within one. Hilarious editing and choice of music. If I were in the U.S. I would certainly buy one through your link. Keep up the good work.

[@DarthDragos]

I love this video! Funny, awesome editing and music! And very Interesting!!

[@wilfwilliams5780]

Great video bud! No bs just right to the point. For myself, in my area of Newfoundland, Canada, carbon don’t work because we are surrounded by salt water. It also means there is a salt content in the air. Carbon is way too hard to maintain. There is just not that much difference between the two steels that warrants the extra work of the maintenance of carbon. Cheers!

[@victornieves6339]

What a great video! I figure theyre about equal, personally i like carbon but have no clue why. Great video keep them coming.

[@bentackett6299]

I just subscribed dude! And I'm going to buy a Morakniv 😎 I'm going carbon...

[@FelixImmler]

Thanks a lot for this funny and interesting Video!

[@RevanJJ]

Keep making videos! Great stuff! You have a talent for it and there are so many knives and so many tests that can be done. Great test.

[@fransmars1645]

Simple, informative and entertaining. Thanks!😊

[@kadinmccallummusic5210]

Dude do you have such a good sense of humor. I love it

[@sopwithcamelus]

Great test. Very entertaining. You settled a long debated question quite well. I live in the swampy hell that is Florida, and now I know (at least with the Mora Companion) that stainless is the way to go.

[@mm7736]

Great video, really enjoyed 🤘🏻

[@joshuagrapher]

4:52 You're not you when you're hungry.

[@jonathanbouffard2864]

Nice video man! Your musical choice is fantastic, thanx a lot :)

[@mr.zardoz3344]

I am going to agree with everyone else here. Great video brother! 😄 You made me laugh, had great content and your editing skills are rich! Looking into a budget knife and you helped me decide. Thank you.

[@JeffreyFrazee]

Loved the video! You answered a question in a way that any of us could have. I love down to earth. I'm learning about fixed blade knives after all. What's more down to earth than that?! But you suffered the pain for me, and you made the learning enjoyable for me. Plus, now, I don't have to resharpen anything.

[@Forester17]

Entertaining and informative vid, like your sense of humour. Cheers

[@originaloldpop8405]

Dude, nice vid, thanks for all your effort in the cold to make it

[@macthomas6381]

Great job, keep bringing content!

[@marodriguezsr]

Great video to watch. I really enjoy using my Mora knives 👍.

[@maximilius7777]

This is amusing, great show man!

[@seanrich1367]

Nice Demo vid. I have the carbon steel Morakniv. It rusts like crazy but It's my constant companion and "go to" cutter. Just brought the edge back with my Gatco sharpening kit. I now want the Stainless version.

[@huntsail3727]

Creative presentation, good tests. Great job, enjoyed it!

[@daherazar]

great video ,keep making them !

[@mplum590]

you were great. i needed that info. thanks

[@sean7627]

Damn that was a workout! Good job on the carpet strips. They were almost all identical in width.

[@LeninZamirFloresRossmann]

that was cool and informative, bro! keep it up!

[@BarryAllen-hm1op]

Thank you for not cutting up cardboard. Cardboard is something a person wouldn't cut miles of in real life so those tests tell me next to nothing. Same for the rope tests. I've had to cut carpet many times in my life and your test gives me real world information. Like your vids. Keep up the good work!

[@BadRussian77]

Really great vid. Thanks.

[@sandorpali7105]

I really enjoyed your video. You have the kind of humor my son does - and that is a plus.😉

[@jbrummitt]

Great video. Enjoyed. I just bought a couple few weeks back.

[@johnduffy6546]

LOVED the music! It showed a great sense of humor.

[@hopefulhearted]

this was very entertaining and informative good job

[@felixbor3678]

Best video ever. You gave real hard times to those knifes

[@drolsisusej100]

Good suff! really appreciate the review great vid!! subbed !

[@prepperbr]

Good test Man. Congrats

[@Raven-qj9gv]

This knife is so well balanced . Love it !

[@DB-cx6cb]

Good demo!

[@ronagoodwell2709]

I was skeptical at first, but by God, now I do feel informed. Somewhat informed. I've made up my mind to just go for the Condor Puukko.

[@PhatChin]

Haha this was highly entertaining. I hope you had fun making this.

[@keepminealive504]

Awesome! Good job on the video.

[@artoturunen4816]

Great test! Absolutely practical, answers to all basic questions one could ask about 10-16€ knife. I am not sure if I heard you mention blade angles. If not, they are 23 degrees for normal companion, and 27 degrees for HD version, which designed more for batoning and other tough tasks. Other good brands that come to same price range than Moras (considering their full price range) are Terävä and J-P Peltonen. I would also mention Marttiini, but after sharpening one it felt like their steel is a bit soft. Really easy to sharpen though.

[@mootrail9487]

Funny, useful, good job dude

[@carolinezipp4383]

Outstanding Vid, Sir. Excellent creativity, love your sense of humor and I learned a lot.

[@dlsmpsn]

These moras are great bargains, so I bought an assortment of both kinds of steel.

[@bergknivesandsharpening8014]

Just another youtube knife guy here. I really enjoyed this. I have the companion and think id like two more moras. I have a cold steel finn wolf i just got and im into scandis right now.

[@MrNetnic]

@Bergknivesandsharpening. You’re not a ‘knife guy’ you are simply a SHOPAHOLIC, like many of the people watching this type of content. !!!