Mora 511: Best Knife for the Money?

[@edgarhilton136]

I bought my first Mora 5 years ago never regretted it now I'm a Mora fanboy for life

[@theablanca17]

The 511 basic is meant to be like a working knife. A regular everyday knife. Not a bushcraft knife etc. It costs like a cup of coffee here in Sweden. I've had multiple generations of it. And once they get used too hard, they get used as opening cans of paint etc. I have a pink one. With a pink sheath of course. Might have more somewhere. A little tip: since Morakniv turns 130 years in 2021 there is special editions of various knifes.

[@dmg4415]

About 7 years ago, they were 99 SEK for 3pcs with taxes it equaled $10. Today www.byggmax.se/mora-byggmax-kniv-p28313

[@Ve-suvius]

They are great bushcraft knives as well. The late Mors Kochanski and Cody Lundin spoke and speak highly of the Mora knife. If it's useful for a craftsman it's useful for a man in the woods. Simple as that. They are tools like a hammer or screwdriver. They work really well for the job where the sharp edge and tip is needed.

[@puertoricanboy100]

Everyone says its a Bushcraft so why you disagree with Everyone in the aspect that this is not a Bushcraft...WHY, PLEASE EXPLAIN lol I need understanding as to why this does not equate to one and what would you recommend for bushcrafting?

[@spazzlo8356]

​@@puertoricanboy100 People assume because it isn't suitable for batoning it isn't suitable for bushcraft, which is incorrect it simply shouldn't baton. As Ve-suvius points out, a knife that is made for craftsmen is ideal for bushcrafting both are wood working... you just wouldn't carry this by itself as it isn't suited for heavier tasks or survival. Happy camping lads.

[@kuzinit2374]

I was a diver , I used my mora as a work knife , mostly just cutting lines out of props , It worked out fine , never lost it , I bought it lime green , so I could see it if I dropped it , I liked the way I could just throw it in my tool box and forget about it unless I needed it , Wasn’t afraid of cutting line wrapped around a SS Shaft , fairly inexpensive work knife

[@THESALMON8TR]

I've carried a 511 for over 6 months working outdoors on a 38 hectare berry farm and i don't think in 30 years I've found better value for money in a fixed blade knife!😁👍

[@glbwoodsbum2567]

I put a simple 90 degree edge on my 511, throws sparks wonderfully!!

[@brianlash154]

Nice to see how tough it is Though none of these tasks should ever be done on a knife, especially this one, a knife isn't an axe or screwdriver, chisel, pry bar, or hammer. Used within the scope of their design, they'll last years.

[@MrPablosek]

This is my first and only knife I bought a few years back. I may not be bushcrafting, but I do use it for woodworking. And man, it's just awesome for that.

[@amigator7789]

3:19 .... smart tip - if you don't destroy plastic safe lock (that black plastic thingy which is attached on the top of sheath when you buy this knife, there is little molded symbol of scissors and dotted line on it), you carefuly remove it with help of small flat screwdriver and clip off little protrusion on the top of sheath (bigger sidecutters do the job in seconds), you can then easily attach/remove that black plastic lock and there is virtually no chance that knife will accidentaly fall off then. Useful when travelling and knife is tossed in the bag with other stuff... it will not be drawn out of sheath by bag movement, risk that knife will accidentally cut something inside is zero then.

[@VirtualJMills]

Strange, none of the retention involves anything near the belt-clip top edge, all of the retention is around the choil (approximately) inside the sheath-well. I have a bunch of the knives in this family, none had a removable retention clip you described.

[@luisloya1120]

The retention on the plastic sheath is Fine. Unless you are doing cartwheels through the forest. 😅

[@silverido]

There is a purpose built spot on the sheath to weave a rubber band or something to hold the knife more tightly for hiking and moving around. I use a 1/4 inch slice of bike inner tube. It works perfectly. My 11 and 13 year olds have had these knives for several years. The handle is perfect for kids. The Mora 546 is the stainless version and more suited to wet environments and will require less care.

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Cool! Thanks for the tip!

[@VirtualJMills]

While a fun secondary use, no, that isn't the primary use. That shaped block that stands proud on the outer face of the sheath is for bonding multiple sheaths together in a stack-line. It threads in at 180 degree or so orientation to a matching cutout and lock-tab on the belt-loop area of the child sheath (in a stack), then rotates once locked together so the child sheath further out from the belt hangs down but inline. They have photos of it online. The idea is you can have several different variants of this family for a certain task (say a smooth grind and serrated grind and a small profile triple) and reach for whichever meets your needs best. Your use-case is a good one, I've done some retention-cap stuff using that shaped block, paracord, and some thermoset HDPE to positively capture the handle-butt.

[@zw5509]

Mora, quality and value unsurpassed! My everyday carry now is the Eldris, rigged to carry in my pocket. Does it all.

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Right on! I agree!

[@durango8882]

@@oursimplestorychannel thanksgiving man I just ordered one.

[@almann7885]

Try the Mora Robust! It's name says it all. I've not seen any blade channels with a torture test break one yet. And they're only 3/4 tang. They are solid. I paid under $20 US dollars for mine.

[@DB-cx6cb]

After deer hunting and leaving my Great White hunter knife after peeling and apple and sticking it in a tree leaving it there by mistake. Never found it a year later I swore I would never pay that much for a knife. Yes I’m a certified IDIOT. Just ordered one! Nice presentation my man! And subscribed. Thank you for a great demonstration.

[@JF-xq6fr]

Have the exact same knife, a Robust and SS Companion... All are exceptional values that hit WAY above their cost. Treat that 511s back to a file, and have a flamethrower. Great ergonomics, great steel that is heat treated properly, and most come from the factory very, very sharp. Will do 90% of what any knife can do, many times at 10% of the cost.

[@hikmetayhan4630]

Companion ve Robust aldim. Bir 511 alsam mı diye düşünüyorum..?

[@JF-xq6fr]

@@hikmetayhan4630 Evet, yapardım... 511'imi her gün taşırım.

[@hikmetayhan4630]

@@JF-xq6fr Artik benimde bir 511 Basic fixed bıçağim var. O bir efsane!

[@cadenwalters5967]

You can use a hair tie and thread it through the back of the belt loop and put it around the handle for retention. That’s what I do with my Mora’s

[@garymccreath2773]

I use my 511 for work, camping & little bushcrafting, comes razor sharp ad is easy to sharpen . Ten out of ten, great quality for money

[@Zanhausen]

You have very good accuracy

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Thanks! Good to see you!

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

I have used my 511 for years now. I have carved wood utensils, processed venison (not dressed), and other task. It’s a good knife😊

[@UncleFjester]

5 Stars out of 5500 Reviews? Gotta be the best!

[@AlexKall]

Bought a few last time I was at the store, $4 a pop including 25% VAT. Also picked up the stainless one. Great bang for buck.

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Agreed!

[@Thatsmisteroldguytou]

Alexander, I bet 87% of tge people in the U.S.A. had no idea what "VAT" is. Sad.

[@mmancino1982]

@@Thatsmisteroldguytou It's basically like our sales tax isn't it?

[@MarkKratzMC]

Good video. I have no problem flinging sparks with my Mora. I just had to remove some of the coating on the ferro rod.

[@kencur9690]

The coating has to be removed anyway. That’s the first thing to do with a ferro rod. It’s not meant to be there when used: only as new.

[@bobsundquist2039]

On occasion you can pick them up for $7. I like the bright orange during hunting season. You can throw 3 or 4 in a pack and go. If you drop one you will not be heart broken because you lost it.

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Great idea! Thank you!

[@TheAustralian1x]

Moras are great

[@brutalbrital]

Take a file to back edge mate like we all do, you’ll throw sparks for miles

[@GegoXaren]

If you are interested in how a worker uses the such a knife, and how the button system works, I just made a video on it called "European Style Work Trousers and Knives" if you are interested. These work well as general outdoors knives, and are used everywhere, from young kids learning to use knives to professional workers. There are other makers of these types of knives, Morakniv is just the one we all know the name of by heart.

[@Zach_D]

I went with the black handle because it was a dollar cheaper. This will be my third mora knife, I also got a ferro rod and a GI style canteen to make a full survival kit.

[@daviddruckman5589]

I use Morakniv compagnons as steak knives at home - Never realised they were good enough to take the abuse you gave yours - thanks for sharing ;)

[@OldScratch81]

A bic lighter is on the most reliable thing man has ever made , 😂why does everyone act like they don’t work every time

[@bobbythepirate1430]

A BIC is my main ignition source. They're made with oversized flints so they'll spark long after empty. If it comes to that, you can shave plastic feathers off the body, grind ferro out of the wheel, and boom. Waterproof tinder and fire from an empty BIC. If I light a fire with anything else, it's for fun. I "can" hand drill, magnifying, battery bubblegum wrapper, ferro rod up a fire, and I think it's good to know and practice. But when the chips are down I'mma flick my BIC #notsponsored

[@whitemexican3923]

Thanks for the neat video. Hope your knife collection continues to grow as it is fun. As for Mora, I picked up the one with the ferro rod in the handle for hiking the CDT this 2024. I think its a winner. Like all Moras. The Kansbool i pretty neat also. Adieu.

[@everready19373]

Cotton balls/dry lint slathered in Vaseline make a fantastic fire starter. I keep mine in an old 35mm film cannister. I've had that thing for 35+ years now.

[@leifforrest]

The hole on the sheaths clip can be used to hang it on a button, or another morakniv, you can stacks knives.

[@Ve-suvius]

Mora's are excellent in several aspects. Many models to choose from also. Pick your favorite.

[@TheOfficialCaseMade]

Five minutes in and I just ordered one.

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Right on!

[@elwha6025]

Got a bunch of Mora's and have been using them for years. Have sold many high priced knives because most of what I actually use are Mora's/Marttiini's or modified vintage butcher knives.

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Nice!

[@krownedklown420klik9]

Working at the Abattoir is great for this, people get lazy and buy new ones throw away halves, all you need is a belt sander, coolant and a texta, redress the blade and your good to go, I use a few with various shaped blades and edges for carving and scraping wood, works well for finer work on a selfbow too.👌✝️🙏

[@Slaughterhauzen]

Its a backup knife. It's perfect to throw in a bag and know you have a blade that can do almost everything you need if you lose, break, or damage your main knife. Just file a 90 degree spine on it and you're good to go. I keep one in the car

[@lwarriorofgod]

@10:15 I seen another KZbin Video where the guy filed the edge of the knife to use for striking. Thanks for your time making videos new Sub.

[@vairent1542]

You can use a file to file the spine down and it will throw large sparks then. Also since its Carbon steel soak the blade in vinegar or other high acidic things for around 4 hours to fors the protective patina on it. I ov ethese knives.

[@1947froggy]

I have the Companion, very similar, carbon, just starting to patina.

[@puma1304]

since I bought my first Mora, I turned into an unconditional fan of that brand, such a lot amount of quality for a little price! The Mora Companion came to be my favorite all-round knife, why should I pay more?

[@sld7262]

Now this is a knife review! Love to see torture tests to find out what a knife can potentially handle. Thanks!

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Absolutely! Thanks for watching and be sure to check out some of my newer torture tests.

[@ramonvelasquez8431]

I have to say it held up great!

[@aniqanuar6320]

do u prefer the carbon or stainless?

[@oursimplestorychannel]

I do t really have a preference I suppose. They both have their pros and cons. What about you?

[@lets-allplay]

@@oursimplestorychannel Carbon only.

[@Orlosthedruid]

Mora 511/546 has a rounded spine for COMFORT when whittling or cutting wood. A 90d angle will tear up your thumb.

[@bigjsknives]

I just picked up 4 of these tonight. One for each vehicle.

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Nice! Hope you were able to find them through my Amazon page.

[@lorenray9479]

Better than a chihuahua bath! Lol lol

[@gregbarry5875]

Great video!! You can dress the spine with a Dremel tool in about 5 minutes to make it able to throw sparks with a ferro rod. I really like your watch. Can I ask what kind it is ? Thanks!

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Thanks for watching! I didn’t think about the grinding the spine idea. Thanks for that! My watch is the Times Expedition. Sadly, it has since bitten the dust and is no longer with us. .

[@flat_earth_true]

morakniv 511 basic SUPER

[@-S-777]

Mora PRO S is the perfect scandi ❤

[@ryanjacobsen9557]

Hit the back of the knife with a file works great after squared off

[@johnm7882]

Great job man. Now I got to get one.

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Did you check out my most recent knife review with the Ka-bar?

[@Vans89]

The knifes are impressive but I envy you over the genuine WestTek canvas bag.

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Pretty fly ain’t it?

[@knight16]

I love! My 511 it is really a great knife! But honestly I'm surprised it did not brake lol

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Thanks for watching.

[@sherryg3634]

Hey Gabe... I looked for the Mora on your Amazon Influencer page, I didn't see it, did I miss it? I saw the other ones or are you going to add it? If not, no biggie, I can still get it off of Amazon. Would make a nice , not too expensive, gift for someone. Great vid. Your son is equally gifted at knife throwing to be so young. Thank you for sharing.

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Oh, I must’ve forgotten to add it 😂 Thanks for checking and letting me know you couldn’t find it. If I find time between classes today, I’ll add it. Otherwise, don’t wait for me. Thanks again for your watching the video and offering feedback! We always appreciate your support and kind words. Have a blessed day and stay warm!

[@sherryg3634]

@@oursimplestorychannel Lol... no worries. It helps you out if I wait until you are able to list it. Have a great day. Was 29 degrees here earlier this morning with ice. That's cold for us. I'm sure 'Bama is just as cold if not colder.

[@oursimplestorychannel]

@@sherryg3634 Well, we got that cold snap two nights ago and we are now on a warming trend. It is definitely chilly though. I am a Florida boy at heart (born and raised) so cold does not compute.

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Okay Sherry, I added the mora 511 to my Amazon store front. Hopefully you can find it okay.

[@sherryg3634]

@@oursimplestorychannel You know I'm in Florida, born and raised as well, like you, the cold doesn't compute with me either. What fools ya is, it will be so sunshiny bright outside but cold as all get out haha. ... and okay, thank you... gonna head back over there in a bit to get it, might pick up something else from the list just for GP ( general purposes). I'm sure you will get notified somehow when I do. Thank you again!!

[@mmancino1982]

this is, hands down, the best knife just to have around the house, in a backpack or in a vehicle. At this price point they're pretty much disposable. Of course, I have higher quality knives like Esee and what not for real SHTF, camping, bushcrafting, etc, but to reiterate, for $10 average, why WOULDN'T you have a half dozen of these laying around lol.

[@jeffpf38]

Hi Gabe, I really enjoy your channel more and more each video! I was wondering if you would consider as a future project doing some beginner videos on the art of camping with a family. I have never been camping and it looks very enjoyable as something to do with one's family. just to consideration, this is definitely not a direct order or anything like that. I realize you have a family and a career and that takes up most of your 24 hours per day. I just think you would be really good at it.

[@oursimplestorychannel]

That’s an excellent idea!

[@Thatsmisteroldguytou]

Oh, the mora is cool too😁

[@joshuahmoran]

I love my 511

[@hikmetayhan4630]

Tavsiye eder misiniz?

[@lorenray9479]

Tough lil knife!

[@arkas6797]

The best knife in the world, always in relation to its price, is the Japanese-made Falcon 3 Altema with 440C steel, with a leather sheath, with micarta, convex sharpening and only €50. Look around a bit and you'll hate me. YS. I'm not Japanese.

[@Thatsmisteroldguytou]

Love the kid!!!

[@Thatsmisteroldguytou]

@Logan Smith Why did you call me a creep? Seriously, what did I do?

[@thatswhatshesaid8365]

So many dads and potential dads in the world... God forbid a guy appreciates a child for being themselves 😂 silly...

[@marcelgheorghetomescu7964]

It will take you 3 min. to file the back of the knife to make a great spark maker ..buddy..your Ontario its not going to cost you 10 bucks...come on

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Very true. It’s 5 times that. Good idea to file the back down.

[@George_Doc]

Try Mora Robust

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Oh yeah? Is it better?

[@JF-xq6fr]

I have both (Robust and the 511), and the Robust is crazy stout... See other YT videos about this knife, and stand amazed.

[@George_Doc]

@@oursimplestorychannel It is thicker and stronger , but have almost same design and carbon steel blade like a model 511. I have them both , Robust and 511, and i love them

[@oursimplestorychannel]

@@George_Doc right on!

[@ggrandcz]

@@George_Doc Yes, and Robust Pro does not cut very well. It has wider angle of scandi plus it is 1,2mm thicker. Robust is better prybar, worse everything else.

[@krownedklown420klik9]

Never new why people dont keep a few bics in their kit, way easier than a rod, and they take fuckall to dry out if wet.

[@luisloya1120]

The spine in the 511 is not for fire Starting. USE THE SCRAPER that came with your ferro-rod!!!

[@thatswhatshesaid8365]

Or just file it to 90°

[@BIGMINION502]

File 90° edge on spine.

[@ronagoodwell2709]

File middle of spine flat. 10-minutes later Spark a fire w/ferro rod.

[@FerndaleMichiganUSA]

You couldn't get a whole pig carcass for that spear test? Man...

[@oursimplestorychannel]

I tried

[@StevenSiew2]

Mora 511 is a BASIC knife. DO NOT use it to baton wood. It is NOT a Ferro Rod fire starter. It's pretty basic.

[@samnottheotherone4363]

Another $5 and you get a Mora Robust and that will kick this one's ass

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Oh yeah? I’ll have to check it out.

[@solocamping.]

👍👍👍

[@luisloya1120]

If you can learn to keep the right angle while feathering it wont bite you hard and get stuck. Practice man.

[@Packer1551]

The most surprising thing is your wife bought you a ak47 bayonet

[@paulneumann7739]

Styrofoam hunter :) no chance against 511

[@oursimplestorychannel]

Very true. I ate it for supper that night.

[@ricardoa6186]

Para eso el hacha,el cuchillo para lo suyo cortar y punzar

[@nicklittle4814]

Freak’n smoked that styrofoam!

[@oursimplestorychannel]

😁that thing didn’t know what was about to hit it.

[@edwardfletcher7790]

Goddamn that was so painful to watch !! That poor little knife !😲

[@ricardoa6186]

Para probarle mejor coje el cuchillo y vete a talar un árbol,ke moda más mala la del batoneo,para eso están las hachas

[@knives_n_survival]

Ugly overated kichen knife

[@cantowerdude_3045]

What more do you want from a 10 dollar knife? For 10 bucks it makes an excellent economy priced camp knife. Don't be mad that you spent 5 to 10 times the price for a knife that does the exact same thing or worse.

[@hildolfrdraugadrottin7279]

Like you I thought these knives looked like cheap kitchen knives. After seeing so many people bragging them up I decided to try one, if nothing else I'd have another kitchen knife. Now I have eight of them with another on the way. Dollar for dollar you can't beat a mora. They are hands down the best in their class and can compete with knives costing hundreds as far as getting the job done. I'm a collector and have been since I was little so I've got more than a few knives to choose from. Nine out of ten times I'll be using one of my mora blades because they just work and I don't have to baby them. I use knives everyday and have yet to actually hurt one. I broke a the tip of one if their carving knives on a hickory axe handle I was customizing You'd have to look real hard to see it and after a few minutes on a diamond plate you'd never know. Great review!😊

[@rickbilliter6735]

I just got 2 of the o.d. mora's off Ebay.