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Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Finish, Handle Material, Materials, Overall Quality, Sheath/Scabbard, Weight
Cons: None
Just what you need and no more
This is my favorite knife for backpacking. I thought about the pros and cons, and there are really only pros for this specific purpose. The carbon steel takes (and comes with) a wicked edge and is easy to sharpen while being pretty tough. I haven't had any problems with rust just wiping it down with oil every once in a while. The crisp spine strikes sparks on any suitable rock - it works great with local quartz. The blade is big enough to do some hard work (I wouldn't use it like an ax, but it handles everything I actually need it to handle). The grind is great for whittling at camp, and the blade is thin enough to slice well too. The handle is comfortable in a lot of different grips, and is just big enough to fit well in my (long but thinnish) hand. It's also really light, which is what I think elevates this Mora above the Companion and other models for hiking/backpacking specifically. The whole deal comes in under 2 oz. You could make it even lighter by removing the leather tab from the sheath, but I left it so I had the option for belt carry even though I usually leave the knife in my pack until setting up camp. Fit and finish are as good as all the Mora knives I've had - so, excellent - and the price is right. There's just no reason not to like it.