Does this product stay solid over long periods of use? Or does the blade begin to wiggle after a while?
1297025
Really, it's just a matter of what you're looking for. The Mora is a great knife to get you started into carving without spending a fortune on a professional carving knife. The bad is, it doesn't come as sharp as what you're going to want, so while it works, you'll want to spend some time honing the edge. The geometry of the blade isn't perfect either, so you have to work harder than you would with a more expensive knife. The good: So far, my experience has been positive. It's solidly built. I've never had a problem with the blade becoming loose from the handle, so no worries there. For the price, this is an excellent knife. If you decide in the future that you want to get a little more serious about carving, I'd highly recommend Kestrel tools, but they aren't cheap. I hope that helps, if you have any other questions, feel free to ask!
355837
I've been using mine for over a year and haven't yet found a time when it did not feel solid and performed as advertised. At first I was a little tentative locking and unlocking it from the sewer drain wondering if the locking fingers might break, but not any more since it locks solid every time and the operation is just as solid and functional.
1347900
This product worked immediately without a break in period, but cuts less aggressivly after the first few uses. I have been using it regularly for 6 month and it is still working well, but soon discovered that use of the Trend lapping fluid when sharpening blades is best for extending the life (expensive and messy). Lately, I mostly use it to flatten my Japanese water stones, it is great for that and should last years.
642399
No - I lost my first one after two years and it still had complete finish. Used multiple times a day. Amazing tool. Blade stays sharp. Scissors are tight and sharp.
1499752
I've been doing a lot or writing with this, and no sign of wobble yet. I alternate (depending on what I'm doing - drafting type project, or just writing) between an upright use, and a more angled (and harder on the "nib") use, and it still is nice and solid.
472043
Definitely. Sharpens smoothly and doesn't break so easily and quickly so it lasts longer.
930719
I've had mine for a couple of years I guess ... still operates and cuts like brand new. I expect to get at least a decade out of it. It's that well constructed.
971506
I use it almost daily (4-5 days of the week) for cutting bailing twine, cardboard and package tape. It holds an edge rather well. I do run it along a stone every so often but in my opinion super nice knife for the price. Hope this helps!
181141
In normal usage, I have found no distress to the product. I dropped it down an elevator shaft and it showed no wear. I think a misuse - like using the open blade as a level or for torquing - might damage it. As long as ou are using it for its intended purpose, it is solid.
1314036
The blade works well I've shaved with it 3 times still working well. I do not let hair on my back get over 1/4 inch my hair is also not that course and lf done often I'm guessing it will last longer.
112111
No, it holds it pretty well with just the bar with the blade pulled down over it. I only cut one piece of paper at a time. I've never had a problem with it shifting on me.
886896
At first fits securely in the sheath, but after lots of use (mine is dilapidated now) it loosens up quite a bit. This is a great blade for utilities though, so I do recommend it for anyone who needs a knife regularly. Another option is the CRKT Folts Minimalist series.
291049
No ,I have not had any Problems with it except, getting it broke in,and used to it so no problems with the knife at all blade seems to keep a good edge it is my edc
494311
the blade seems to hold an edge, and is very quiet. My only complaint is that it is a pain in the butt to clean, meat seems to get everywhere.Hope this was of some help to you.Dean
2150926
No wobble at all on mine, you may have a slight bend in the frame or blade, or the blade may not be tight.
328907
Always feels sturdy. I actually use it to hack at blackberry bushes in the summer, love having the extra length with this blade. A lot less scratches on my forearms. It holds up pretty good.
1324566
it's not the thickest, but it's pretty durable.....I've cut many 2-3 inch limbs and small trees down with it so far....the only problem I've found with the blade is minor chipping of the edge.....