The Mora Outdoor 2000 is a knife either praised and adored, or people ask what it is. This Mora Knife was first introduced in the 1990’s and is still loved by many. However, due to its age and not being in the direct spotlight, it has fallen off the radar for some people. So, I’d like to remedy that and do my part by offering a full Mora 2000 Review.
Mora 2000 Specs
For those of you who are unfamiliar with this knife, here are some quick specs about the Mora 2000:
- Originally released in the 1990’s, the Mora 2000 was a popular pick for fisherman and hunters in Sweden.
- The Sandvik Stainless Steel Blade measures 4.3″ in length with a 2.5mm thickness.
- Total weight is very low for what you’re getting in the Mora 2000, coming in at 5.0 ounces.
- The Rubberized Grip measures 4.5″ in length, coming to an overall length of 8.8″.
- The Mora 2000 comes with a Polymer Plastic Sheath, with a leather belt loop.
- Made in Sweden
To me, this knife hits a lot of high points. It’s lightweight, has a great utilitarian blade, and utilizes fantastic steel for wet regions or conditions.
Mora 2000 Feel in Hand
One of the first things many people notice when they pick up the Mora 2000 is how good it feels in the hand. I have to agree and say the 2000 is in my Top 3 for Favorite Knife Handles.
The Mora 2000 handle offers a wide enough circumference to fill your palm, but at the same time, it is not too large or bulky. The plain design of the handle lends itself to being used for delicate tasks, such as carving, and allows you to comfortably change your grip accordingly. At the same time, the Mora 2000 is grippy and robust enough to get a stronghold for push cuts, feather sticks, and even some light batoning if you find yourself without a hatchet or an ax.
Mora 2000 Texturing
The only thing I found about the Mora 2000 handle texturing is that I need to break it in more. The rubberized grip caused a hot spot in the webbing between my thumb and pointer finger after continuous carving of a spoon for 30-45 minutes.
But let me be clear – I do not wish the texture was less grippy, because that’s actually an aspect that I really like about this knife. I just need to use it more and I’m sure the texturing will become less abrasive over time.
Mora 2000 Sheath
When I’m outdoors I like for my sheath to ride a bit low and not put the handle up into my side. The Mora 2000 Sheath puts the pommel of the knife handle right at the top of my belt line. For me, this is perfect as it’s low enough to clear the hip belt on my hiking pack but high enough to remain accessible.
Stainless Steel & Drain Holes
The Mora 2000 features drain holes that are placed at the very end of the sheath and they work very well. But, what else is great about the Mora 2000 are the materials used.
- Steel:
Morakniv’s Sandvik Steel is hands down my favorite stainless steel for use in the field. It resharpens very easily, it holds a fantastic edge, it’s durable…And, you guessed it, it’s very much resistant to moisture. - Wet Weather Knife:
The mix of stainless steel and a polymer sheath (with drain holes) make this knife a perfect companion when the weather turns cold & wet. It will not rust on you, the handle will remain comfortable in varying temperatures and you don’t have to worry about caring for leather. - Grippier when wet:
As I mentioned earlier, I love the grippy handle on the Mora 2000…And it gets even grippier when it’s wet. Making it a perfect knife to use for wet weather camping, hiking, and food prep.
Mora 2000 Hard Use Test
Up to this point, I’ve been convinced that I would take the Mora 2000 out as a primary belt knife if I wanted to go ultralight. It carves well, the knife’s materials have proven to be reliable and it has done everything I could need. But, how does it handle hard usage if I decided to leave my ax at home and I’m forced to use it in an emergency role?
I remember pushing the Mora Kansbol past what I thought its limits were back in 2016. So I thought, ‘the Mora 2000 is practically the same knife, with a different handle & blade finish’. Then I proceeded to baton it through some decent-sized pieces of fuel for my campfire (3-4″).
Although the Mora 2000 is not a full tang knife it handled the stresses of batoning very well, with no signs of blade chipping or handle loosening. Over the past year or so, I have stopped doing much batoning as I’d rather use a more efficient tool like an ax or tomahawk for those tasks. But the Mora 2000 proves it’s up for the job if needed.
Mora 2000 Review for Bushcraft
I have used the Mora 2000 for a lot of bushcraft and camp tasks: Carving stakes, cutting notches, and even carving a couple of spoons. To me, this is where the Mora 2000 shines in terms of performance. The base of the blade up to the belly is fantastic for larger push cuts and removing large chunks of wood. While the belly-to-tip is great for delicate cuts, carving, and even food prep.
I personally love the switch from a Scandi grind to an almost flat grind at the tip as well. It’s like having two knives with you in the field, which makes the Mora 2000 Blade a true winner.
Mora 2000 Review (10 out of a 10)
I have honestly tried to find something wrong with the Mora 2000, but I can’t. This knife is as near perfect for the outdoors as I can imagine a knife being. It’s one that I would recommend without hesitation. And for around $30 this is an amazing bargain for my fellow outdoorsmen (and women). I will personally continue carrying and using this knife far past this review being posted…Which is the highest praise that I can give a knife.
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