Morakniv Classic No 2 Craft Knife
- 4.13 in carbon steel blade, straight shape
- 2 mm thick blade with a compound bevel edge
- 6.69 in overall length
- 100 g listed weight
- Red-stained birch handle, barrel shaped, ambidextrous
- Polymer sheath with a vegetable-tanned leather belt loop
- Limited lifetime warranty, hand wash only
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A traditional Swedish carving knife that resharpens easily and suits whittling or camp tasks. Its carbon steel blade will rust unless it is dried and oiled after each session.
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ASIN: B087R9NY2RModel: M-13604Category: Wood Carving Tools
Overview
Whittling, carving and camp chores are the jobs for the Morakniv Classic No 2, a fixed blade knife with a carbon steel edge set in a red-stained birch handle. A polished polymer sheath with a leather belt loop carries it on the hip between uses.
Carvers looking for an easily resharpened, traditional fixed blade will find a design that has stayed in use for about a century. The barrel handle works in either hand and the carbon steel takes a fresh edge quickly. Its weakness is upkeep, since carbon steel corrodes if left wet, and the listing gives no hardness rating.
Who it's for
Spoon carvers, bushcraft fans and people learning to whittle get a simple tool that is quick to hone. Owners who will not dry the steel after damp work should choose a stainless model instead.
Pros and cons
- Carbon steel is easy to resharpen
- Ambidextrous barrel handle
- Leather belt loop on the sheath
- Light enough for long carving sessions
- Carbon steel rusts if left wet
- Hand wash only
- Blade hardness not listed
- Sheath is polymer rather than leather
Performance notes
Edge retention and ease of honing come from the carbon steel, which sharpens fast but needs drying to avoid corrosion. The compound bevel edge gives a durable cutting angle for wood, and the rounded birch handle spreads grip pressure during long cuts.
Specifications
| Brand | Morakniv |
|---|---|
| Model | M-13604 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item length | 6.7 inches |
| Item weight | 3.5 ounces |
| Blade length | 4.1 inches |
| Hand orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material | Carbon Steel |
| Handle Material | Wood (red-Stained Birch) |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Polymer sheath with leather belt loop |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | Limited Lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Blade Edge | Compound Bevel |
| Blade type | Carving |
| Blade thickness | 0.1 inches |
| Blade shape | Straight |
Frequently asked questions
Can a left-handed carver use the Morakniv Classic No 2?
Yes. Hand orientation is listed as ambidextrous, and the barrel-shaped birch handle has no thumb side.
Is the Morakniv Classic No 2 blade stainless?
No. The blade is carbon steel, and the description warns that it rusts, so wipe it dry and apply oil after every use.
Does the Morakniv Classic No 2 fold?
No. It is a fixed blade knife and comes with a polymer sheath that hangs from a leather belt loop.
Can the blade be resharpened at home?
The description says it is easy to re-sharpen, which suits a carbon steel edge maintained with a stone or strop.
Can the Morakniv Classic No 2 go in the dishwasher?
No. Care instructions say hand wash only.