The Gold Standard
Morakniv Companion: The Best $20 You’ll Ever Spend
In the world of survival gear, “expensive” doesn’t always mean “better.” The Morakniv Companion is a Swedish-made legend that proves you can get professional-grade performance for the price of a pizza.
Steel: Sandvik 12C27 Stainless or Carbon Steel
Blade Length: 4.1 inches (Perfect for all-around use)
Weight: 4.1 oz (Ultra-light for bug-out bags)
Why It’s a Survival Icon
The Scandi grind on a Morakniv makes it incredibly easy to sharpen, even for beginners. It excels at “bushcraft” tasks like carving wood for traps, making feather sticks for fire, and cleaning fish or game.
The Pros
Extremely sharp out of the box, ergonomic rubber grip, and nearly indestructible polymer sheath.
The Cons
Partial tang (not meant for heavy prying) and the spine is not 90-degrees (hard to strike a ferro rod without filing).
Our Verdict: 10/10 Value
Every bag, every car, and every kitchen drawer needs a Mora. It is the definition of “reliable.”