Mora Garberg Full Tang Knife - Comparison Blades

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[@tahnjr]

I enjoyed this review. Very informative, honest, and thorough. Thank you!

[@dsjoakim35]

I don´t know why people are complaining about the price of the Mora. You get a practically indestructible knife. Get one of these, a Leatherman Wingman and a Gränsfors small forrest axe and you are ready for the apocalypse ;).

[@ninjesus4079]

I'd add a silky gomboy to your list

[@talisikid1618]

Not indestructible. Good camp knife. But strongarm is stronger.

[@sharkymoon422]

Certainly predicted the apocalypse, better add guns and machetes to the survival bag...

[@gregs7800]

A lot of knives are practically indestructible. The gerber is indestructible and about half the price.

[@gregs7800]

The hultafors ok4 would be a nice addition to that list. Carbon though.

[@jelkel25]

I like the rubber type handles on many of the other Mora's and have never managed to break the tang in any of them, the other Mora knives are a lot of knife for a little weight when you're covering some distance with a backpack. One thing I've learnt in the bush is if somethings doing a good job for you, stick with it, you're better off getting to know your tools than just replacing them for the sake of novelty. If in the future a full tang Mora is what will do the best job for me, I'll stump up the cash but as you've said, there's a lot of other options out there. Thanks for the video!

[@CedricAda]

Thanks for watching. Great comment - I go through the same with the Fallkniven F1. Its the one thats had proper woods use for a couple of years, and will always at least sit in the bottom of my pack in the event I find a blade (even one I may love) is giving me the shits for whatever reason. Its just about perfect for my use. Most of the others are mainly for fun.

[@JohnBaxendale]

Mora Bushcraft Black - Probably one of the cheapest fixed blade knives I own (aside for a nasty Chinese cheapy), but my most used. Partly, because it's cheap I don't mind beating it up a bit, but it's so comfortable, with a great blade profile that stays sharp (but is easy to re-sharpen). Perfect for baton'ing to make kindling and with the sharpener and firesteel attached and being so light, it's ideal for throwing in my pack when we go for a hike or camp. Just a perfect all-round little knife!

[@lpark8]

Thanks great review. I like the sleek profile of the Garberg and the mounting system allows me to attach it upside down on the strap of my back while hiking in the Rockies. I put a small paracord loop In the hole at the end of the handle, which you can put your pinky through to ensure your hand won’t slip. Strongarm and Mora bushcraft are both great for small hikes or around camp or home, but on a climb I take the Garberg

[@aarontengberg]

Thank you, I've been deliberating over the Garberg and the Bushcraft Black. Bushcraft handle and near full tang usefulness is good enough for me at half the cost.

[@RickFishUK]

Very nice video. Balanced, interesting and some actual good consumer advice!

[@thomascandlish9627]

I was really excited when I hear mora were producing a full tang. now it's here I think it looks like a very capable knife. I just can't get past the extra expense of the bushcraft black though. even more so a companion HD. great bunch of knives here though, I'd happily carry any of these on my belt.

[@davidrogers182]

The kansbol is 3/4 tang and I usually pick it up before my BHK knife or LTW.

[@ernestwalden3894]

I really like my mora knife. It has a Ferro rod built inside the handle. It also takes a razors edge fairly easy. I wrapped the plastic sheath in paracord. It stays inside my catfish tacklebox. And love my Gerber Armstrong as well. I have it on me anytime in woods or around water. I'd trust either to get me thru a survival situation. Thank you for sharing and God bless. From Kentucky land between the lakes 🇺🇸

[@InLakech_AlaKin]

I received my Morakniv Garberg recently. I was able to acquire it on Amazon Prime for $58 US. I could not pass up that rate. I have yet to give it field test. The knife as a whole seems durable. Again, for the rate paid, it was well worth it. I'm looking forward to putting it to use.

[@johnfuller6338]

Just found your review, think you give an. honest opinion based on your experience an use with these knives, keep up the good work.

[@321654987510]

subscribed good to see some quality Australian reviews and price I think I will have to pick up a strong arm at that price haven't seen them that cheap in Australia before

[@jay-rus4437]

Good solid review. While some critiqued your information, it was clear that you were simply presenting your own personal findings through use, as well as information on the knife specs. No unnecessary "beating" of the knifes, and obviously no specific partiality to sny one knife. Good neutral review of 5 very capable knives that vary in price and finishes. I have a mora champion HD, mora kansbol, toos bob, lt wright genesis, lt wright gns, and several others that i either have now or have had and sold. Out of all of them i prefer the lt wright gns....the reasons for me are thst the handle scales are perfect in my hand, and the blade style lends itself better to the tasks i need it for.

[@airpaprika]

LT Wright makes the best knives in regards to price, steel choice and overal build quality. I do own close to 10 Bark River knives and equal number of Fallknivens. Still, I prefer LTs.

[@AustralianKickboxer1]

Heads up to ya, cleaver firearms in QLD has a sale on Cold Steel Recons and Leathernecks for $66

[@Airik1111bibles]

You should look into getting a Steelwill Druid, I just found their knives and man they look awesome, they have one that is around $50 and IMHO looks just as good as the spendy brands. They also have the Sentence series 102 that come with Kydex sheaths, the Druid series come with really nice Italian leather but I think you dont like leather if I remember correctly.

[@CedricAda]

lookng into it presently!

[@LGSkywalker82]

fantastic comparison sir! sub'd and look forward to learning from you!

[@bluegrasssurvival9423]

I'm a big fan of the Gerber Strongarm too. Such a versatile piece of gear that's tough as nails yet won't force you to mortgage your house to buy one.

[@RDPproject]

Hi mate. Where did you buy the Garberg from? Also...its odd seeing that sheath/belt loop. Ive seen it supplied with 3 different sheath configurations now. Yours is the most basic. Wondering if the price reflects the sheath options. Rob (Brissy - northside)

[@CedricAda]

RDPproject I got the garberg from discount trader, an online ebay store in australia. The garberg with the leather sheath is about $20 more!

[@RDPproject]

CedricAda Gear and Outdoors I'd like to get one...but my current Moras are doing me just fine. Im off to London in January. If I find one at a good price, then I may grab one. Rob.

[@Mitsusplik]

Nice to see your Gerber Strongarm before 7 years of abuse! :)

[@KettleCamping]

Great review! Thank you 👍

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Cedric, Yeah, I really like my Mora Garberg. Infact I got the Leather Sheath with mine. Anyhow, I still have a hard time choosing which knife I use unless it's raining. My other knife is my Vintage Blind Horse Bushcrafter which I had the handle made flat and I had it polished. It came out like a High End Kephart. This little Jewel is a Lil'tank. I have absolutely no problem split and twist my Kindling or stab and twist it. It's that durable. It's made in O1 that was Tempered by Peter's who does alot of high quality knives. I admire it for being so simple and yet so Beautiful. Anyhow, both being similar in size the Blind Horse Bushcrafter is more a Kephart style. The handle ofcorce is a Natural Micarta that aged Beautifully. Suprisingly the Micarta when wet swell a little improving slippage (micro swells) That's my problem, which one to choose. In both cases I can team either with my Estwing Sportsman Hatchet or any other Hatchet, or even team it with my Summer Long Knife. All I have to do is exchange my handle color on my Ka-Bar Johnson Adventure Parangatang (black or brown) when using each knife if I want to color match them. Infact I teamed my 3V Skookum Bush Tool with my Ka-Bar Johnson Adventure Parangatang this weekend I also brought my Agawa Canyon 21 Boreal Saw and my Cold Steel Ultimate Hunter Folder and my Gerber Multi Tool which I use to take off hot pots of the fire, or carefully using my Awl on it to untangle paracord. The weekend weather is going to be warm and no rain so I didn't bring a Hatchet because I can chop enough wood with my Parangatang and I can baton it as well. It's a 14.125" blade and .190" thick. So it's definitely a great Machete made out of 1095 CroVan Steel. I've used this type of combo's before so I know what to expect. Besides I'm more concerned clearing brambles than staying warm especially this weekend. I really enjoy watching your channel, You did good, Again. Oh, I like what you do with edge retention videos too.,,. p

[@darrenparkes9805]

Very good and honest review , I had doubts in purchasing a mora garberg, after purchasing a mora konsbol, I would spend the extra dollars and buy maybe bark river. 3 v bushcrafter knifes, , l.t Wright. Genesis. Good knife, Or lion steel.

[@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241]

Morakniv Garberg is king. One reason is the tip has a less of a false edge on the top of the spine. This allows the knife to be a lot stronger at the tip. Other knife companies push to the rear a false grind on the top making up susceptible to breakage. If I had one knife to pick for survival, it would be the Morakniv Garberg. Plus it's only 70 US dollars.

[@talisikid1618]

The tip can be broken as easily as any other cheap knife. Better steel costs more.

[@TonberryShuffle]

I have two knives that I'd place into the category of viable alternatives to the garb. First is the Terava Jaakaripuukko. Basically the same knife but an objectively better handle and sheath. roughly the same blade shape with blade lengths available. Made of a pretty impressive steel. Best part is that it's half the price of the garberg. The other is a Russel Green River 5" hunter. It doesn't come with a sheath but the blade is less than $20 american (sometimes as low as $12) dollars. There's some varied reviews but I've never had any issues with the blade but for that price you're getting a tough full tang blade for the price of a Companion. I have held more comfortable blades (Mora's in particular) than the Green River but it still fits my hand wonderfully.

[@TonberryShuffle]

@Ryan Boswood great so far. It rusts easy but holds an edge. I don't abuse the thing or do heavy stuff like batoning with it. I do want to find a better fitting sheath for it.

[@SuperLaplander]

Good video. Best regards from Sweden

[@grapevinelover1]

The handle on the Strongarm seems awkward and discomforting. In your opinion is it the most discomforting handle of the bunch?

[@talisikid1618]

Far more comfortable than the mora.

[@kurtisstringer6097]

great videos buddy. only been subscribed a couple days but i really find your local australian refences helpful.

[@CedricAda]

Glad to hear it mate! Welcome. If theres anything you wanna know or see, hit me up on here or instagram (cedricada)

[@kurtisstringer6097]

+CedricAda Gear and Outdoors will do once i have been through your older videos.

[@LisaInTheSkyMU]

I recommend the video where Pete puts a knife into a tree and wrecks it 😊 It's a classic channel moment.

[@kurtisstringer6097]

+LisaInTheSkyMU haha sounds great. can you tag me in it?

[@CedricAda]

+Kurtis Stringer we do real psuedoscience on this channel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZuUnqKPoJ6Er68

[@grumpyoldwizard]

I got the optional leather sheath. It is a pouch with cover. Better sheath

[@BurlapJohnW]

First class review.

[@badebadeston575]

Hi, good comparison, very useful :) If you could bring only one of these knives for, say, a week in the bush, paired with a silky of bahco saw, which one would you choose?

[@CedricAda]

Valerio Bade would have to be the LT Wright! Robust enough for most jobs. Thanks for watching :)

[@badeston]

this LT has to be a real monster if you would prefer it over the f1, which thus far is the best knife i've used for general bush affairs (and I own far more expensive blades)!

[@CedricAda]

+badeston gotta give the LT the edge for carving and comfort. Its just a tiny bit bigger and has a certain character to it. The F1 is probably my most used knife though, if I go by hours on the blade :)

[@iamkarljones]

CedricAda Gear and Outdoors

[@49giants3]

The sheath on the garberg seems ok , but odd for the knife. I think they should make the strong arm in s30v. Thanks for the post

[@49giants3]

B4 freedomfighter yeah 14c28 is sometimes used for razors I've heard. So it makes sense that it would take an awesome edge. In my experience s30v has been a good steel, s35vn on the other hand has micro chipped on me, and doesn't seem to stay as sharp as my s30v knife. I'm with you as far as certain companies charging super prices for "super steels". Thanks for the convo, take care

[@jamesreese1999]

I have found the Garbergs to have the most comfortable and non-slip grips of all.

[@talisikid1618]

Plastic is too hard.

[@Andromacky]

I love my Gerber Strongarm. Yes the steel and edge isn't the greatest but when sharpened it is a monster. Probably my favourite all around knife. I wanted the garberg because of being a a mora fanboy but I hate the plastic handle especially compared to the kansbol

[@jacobsebastien3910]

agree, luv my gerber strongarm, definitely a knife you can depend on. Plus USA made

[@ChrisGilliamOffGrid]

Jacob Sebastien I got the BDZ1 version. I love it, but I haven't really used it yet. I need video ideas. I don't normally do reviews but I show my knives in my trapping vids.

[@derekstynes9631]

You have a lot of Admirers who use GBP or Euro can You say those Currencies when You quote prices ? That would be most appreciated Thanks and keep up the Great Job You do !

[@davidrogers182]

Good review my friend

[@Grummash]

I think it's worth paying for the 14C28N blade - it's a fantastic steel... but that handle does not look convincing

[@Surv1ve_Thrive]

With Moras I prefer the clip on the companion type sheath. More useful than loop. Easier to add loop to a clip than add clip to a loop! The Kansbol fits into the Companion sheath perfectly. 🇬🇧👍

[@no_handle_required]

75 on Amazon and worth it, not much stops it.

[@tonycanniffe2360]

Companion HD or Terava pukkos for extra toughness

[@Mrplacedcookie]

Garberg in a Fällkniven F1 size would be nice.

[@Dkclemons1]

The Garberg is cheaper than the Bushcraft Black currently. Kind of a shame since I've been wanting a Black for a while.

[@draganpastrovic112]

Terava Jaakaripuukko, check it out great knife.

[@MadM0nkey]

Exactly ....blows the garberg out of the water...

[@ARH0101]

I don’t like the ring at the end. I prefer the exposed tang of the Garberg.

[@dirtysouthbushcraftandmma9784]

@@MadM0nkey Its not even full tang. They consider it "partial full tang" whatever that is. Also not having the exposed pommel for striking, scraping, crushing nuts or pounding makes it's not as capable of a tool. I prefer a 90 degree spine to the beveled spine on the puukko also

[@2CabrasLocas]

Mora could really stand to hire a new sheath designer. REALLY! I just sent back a Kansbol though I liked the knife, the multi-mount sheath is just dime store junk. Replaced the Kansbol with a BDZ-1 Strongarm. LOVE THIS KNIFE! AND the sheath!

[@jacobsebastien3910]

👍👍

[@Surv1ve_Thrive]

Kansbol fits into Companion sheath which is perfect design for me and can be improved with belt loops and elastic to hold knife as a 'safety'. IMHO.

[@surfaren1]

So you mean that the garberg is mass produced but the fällkniven is not?

[@bıçak_knife_messer_tool]

Morakniv Garberg And Vintage Morakniv Forest Exclusive 311 Design Very Similar..

[@whengrapespop5728]

The Garberg is $25 on Amazon right now.

[@barkriverbravo1]

$55 on Amazon yesterday

[@dirtysouthbushcraftandmma9784]

Got my carbon garberg with the leather sheath for 55 about a year ago. Was on sale and then even further discounted plus I had an Amazon coupon lol

[@johnfuller6338]

p.s. would like to see review diving sparrow knife works northern bushcraft survival knife by Abe Elias, an honest opinion on an excellent knife in my opinion, better than anything else I've owned.

[@thanoshalo7102]

Got the Black modify done=remove ting edge to true scandi🙂...Strongarm modify done=flatten saber grind to a near zero apex than convex it...if you look at it you would believe it to be a zero edge knife..cuts like a scandi and razor sharp.☺..now ill try doing the same mode to my Warcraft 3v.

[@joeantonicci8920]

Love my garberg i use it everyday at one point or another i have other expensive knives love my garberg ........................

[@deanlindz4045]

How much did you get the Genesis for?

[@CedricAda]

Dean Lindz It was about a year and a half ago.. I think it ended up about $200 once it was posted

[@TACHILL]

great review and comparison!

[@13bravoredleg18]

I have a Gerber Strongarm and it came dull as a butter knife from the factory. It has a bevel like a axe!!!

[@CedricAda]

+Philip Lobrano gerber US sure aint perfect. There are some QC issues, but I think when you get a good one its a great blade. They offer sharpening too I think

[@Greenmachine305]

90 aud for the mora!

[@bushcrafttasmaniaisnowsnow374]

Nice review Bro..I'm really surprised Dave Canterbury is backing this knife??... You've just shown that the're better knives out there for a lower price! I love mora's (i.e the mora clipper, companion and the black) but I think they're getting too caught up in the "full tang/survival" aspect rather than keeping to the tried and true.

[@CedricAda]

Dave C is a funny old sort - this knife certainly doesnt meet his criteria for a good camp knife at all (being that its not made of uncoated steel and its not over 5 inches long). I like him a lot but suspect he may have had a bit of the 'free gear excitement' lots of the bigger chanels get when they have a new thing first (and for free). Also not sure if he was a paid spokesman for the knife at some point. I think he worked their booth at SHOT show?

[@MasterK9Trainer]

Very good comparison and point of view. It's funny to me that I was thinking just yesterday that the Garberg and the Strongarm bear a similar design. The original LMF 2 is a meatier knife and then they reduced the size just a tad when they created the Prodigy and now the designers at Gerber really slimmed down the handle. Personally, I find the handle to be rather ugly or at lest too busy with all the contouring. I prefer the more elegant look of the Falkniven, the Bushcraft or knives like the out of production Kershaw Antelope Hunter or the Cold Steel Recon Tanto or SRK. And even here in the U.S. the Garberg costs the most. Don't know the situation in other places, but here in Florida, the stores seem oblivious and downright ignorant about the knife market and they don't have what's popular. The inventory varies and people in the stores have no clue about what is good, what's new, or what to order and stock.

[@josephmelchor7661]

you should consider the druid 205 buddy

[@CedricAda]

oh yeah? I reckon I saw that on Gideons Tactical- looks good!

[@josephmelchor7661]

+CedricAda Gear and Outdoors yeah man, he compared it to the fallkniven and I immediately thought of your vids haha, I picked it up for myself and I gotta say it's a winner and the sheath is top notch

[@CedricAda]

+joseph melchor Nice! The sheath means a lot to me - i can never be bothered with custom sheaths so when a factory one is great, likethe Strongarms, I like it a lot. I'll look into it!

[@josephmelchor7661]

+CedricAda Gear and Outdoors yeah the strongarm sheath at least on mine, funny enough it's right here on my table. The blade has more rattle then I'm comfortable with so it's good it has the snap, also hate when sheath snaps scratch up my blade finish more than the use i put on it.

[@josephmelchor7661]

+KillerDeegan would do it If I wasn't so cheap lol cx plus I don't like other ppl using my blades. Great suggestion though.

[@NorwegianWoods]

That is some good information you share here. I have been considering a Garberg for a while, but now I think the Fâllkniven F1 might be a better option. The price is kind of similar here in Norway. Thanks for sharing - Martin

[@CedricAda]

Oh yeah, if the prices are close, the F1 is a definite get over this one. I find small jobs as easy with either blade grind, but the F1 handle so much nicer!

[@NorwegianWoods]

I have handled the F1 before and the grip was pretty good. A little thinner than what I am used to but still nice.

[@CedricAda]

+NorwegianWoods The F1 Pro has a beefier handle and better steel (cobalt core) if you feel like splurging!

[@CedricAda]

+NorwegianWoods Or the S1 forest is a good choice too! But you could probably get a Garberg and wrap the handle in tennis racket wrap to fix the plasticky feeling!

[@NorwegianWoods]

The Pro is 2x the price and I think the thinner blade of the F1 would suit me better. I have also looked at the S1. I am not sure what I end up buying. Time will tell :)

[@mistersmith3986]

Mora Bushcraft Black. Half the price & Twice the speed!

[@CedricAda]

Yes indeed. Or even the pathfinder for bigger jobs!

[@darrenparkes9805]

Mora bush crafter is a good deal,

[@maguraboy]

I have only the F1 ,the Strongarm and the Garberg.The Mora Garbeg is a better knife than any of these shown in this video.

[@CedricAda]

If its working for you, thats good! I find the handle feels like one from a lesser knife, and would have loved a bit more traction or grip on it. I have a fair few hours carving by now on all these blades, and the strongarm is certainly inferior in hand and in grind for repetitive tasks like that, the others all feel better to me for it.

[@talisikid1618]

F1 for the win.

[@gracebrooks31]

Kansbol make this list

[@johncampbell335]

If you don't need the Sandvic stainless, then it seems expensive. Comparing the Garberg's price to carbon steel knives is not really valid. I'm not knocking your video - it was fine - but I get bent out of shape when people in the comments say it's too expensive. If all they need is a $15 Companion, sure it's pricey. It's significantly less money than any other full-tang Sandvic knife I can find [50% less than the F1 here]. A lifetime warranty is hard to put a price on as well.

[@sonfoku73]

Vertex Breach i see no reason in having it be carbon either? if you are in such a situation that u need a flint and steel to make a fire. YOU ARE FUCKED. cuz it means u were stupid enough to get lost without a firesteel

[@sonfoku73]

Vertex Breach dude first of all compared to 1095, 12c27 almost keeps the edge as long it just loses a razor edge faster. as do all knives.

[@sonfoku73]

Vertex Breach 2nd this expands on your first point u dont need a razor edge all the time, just a working edge. more than half of the steels out there will lose the razor edge after one feather stick

[@sonfoku73]

Vertex Breach and u cant get a stainless as sharp? boy i dont know what u been reading but thats more bullshit than i can get from a cow barn. tell that to my mora pro s, my garberg, my terava jaakaripuuko, my cudeman bushcraft knife. my fallkniven, or my brkt's. goddam

[@sonfoku73]

Vertex Breach tell me this how hard it is to take a light my fire, attach it to a carabiner, then clip that to your belt loops? have u ever tried to start a fire with a flint and steel without having it all prepared? its nigh impossible unless u have ideal conditions. u cant use wood or anything like that. u have to use certain molds/funguses. or charred material.

[@clayballard6400]

That is literally the dumbest name I've ever heard for a knife. Sounds like "garbage." Total Nova moment there. Interesting video!

[@jasonjulian1]

Clay Ballard The name "Garberg" has specific meaning... It's an area outside of Mora, Sweden where cattle were herded and allowed to graze. Unfortunately it's name in English does sound like "garbage". That doesn't make the name dumb so much as misunderstood.

[@ArikGST]

It`s too pricey for my taste, for the money (it goes for around 90€ here) I can get a a whole lot of other, better knives (The Real Steel Bushcraft II is only 60€). I don`t even consider getting one for a review unless Mora drops the price to like 70€.

[@hk2200]

just get a condor bushlore..same thing than that expensive one youre on about. strongarm has shitty blade material. garberg is way better

[@superflashshazam1896]

bcb is overpriced i can get three mora companion or two mora hd.

[@astrazenica7783]

It's a rip off. I'm waiting for Mora to raise prices on all it's products. As soon as a brand has bit of hype, popularity, they start raping consumers. Look at utilitarian clothing brands especially -- ur what used to be common, no frills Barber jacket or Cat boots. Look at them now. Mora will go same way so stock up now

[@HorizonsleatherBlogspot2012]

You're wrong.

[@sonfoku73]

Adam Smith explain how its a rip off.

[@pauljones2079]

the Genesis is the ugliest bushcraft knife ever!

[@CedricAda]

Paul Jones I always thought the spyderco bushcraft was

[@dandetande288]

cheap and not that good of a steel

[@CedricAda]

not for the money asked currently, no

[@TheCarolo08]

not a real fallkniven f1 !

[@CedricAda]

why on earth would you say that?

[@CJ-bb2gs]

Im thinking about starting a help group.. K.N.A.. (Knife Nuts Anonymous) I bought a Garberg today.. but now I'm thinking I should have got the Bushcraft Black.. (so I will lol) Among many others I already own 2 Strongarms.. an SRK and an SRK C.. A Companion.. and .............. the list goes on.. I wont mention my addiction to bowie knifes lol..