Mora Wood Carving Hook Knife No. 162 ~ Carbon Steel

A specially designed hook knife for spoon carving & scooping out wood. The knife showcases a razor-sharp high carbon steel fixed blade with it's tang extending down through the attractive oiled Birchwood handle. The internal radius of the knife is 19/32". The Mora knives are durable, & have been used by many carpenters & wood carvers for over a 100 years! This knife is absolutely excellent for woodworking & is a beauty you'll keep for years to come!

  Mora of Sweden's woodcarving brand. They are well known & appreciated precision tools that are used by wood carvers in Nusnäs, where one of Sweden's most recognizable national symbols, the "Dala Horse" is carved.

About Carbon Steel

High carbon steel is tougher & harder than stainless steels, making it ideal & desired for applications where durability is required, & where frequent regrinding is needed. Carbon steels are sharper & more durable, & have razor-sharp edges. Carbon steel in general is easy to re-sharpen as well when the need arises.

* Important! Care for your carbon steel knives *

Since carbon steel has superior cutting qualities due to it's hardness & toughness, it's resistance to corrosion caused by moisture is low as a result. Therefore, it is important to try & keep your carbon steel blades away from moist or damp environments as much as possible. It is also a good idea to occasionally wipe the blade with a light oil, such as mineral oil from time to time. It is also a good idea to wipe the blade dry after each use.