The Morakniv Classic Wood Splitting Knife (S) is a classic splitting knife, popular among woodworkers and craftsmen. It features dual barrel-shaped, stained birch handles and a 115 mm blade made from recycled Swedish stainless steel that retains its sharpness over time.


Classic design splitting knife – for kindling and woodworking

The Morakniv Classic Wood Splitting Knife (S) is popular among woodworkers and craftsmen. It features a 115 mm blade made from recycled Swedish stainless steel. The stained birch handles are a classic design detail rooted in Morakniv’s heritage.

Split kindling or carve with both hands

The knife can be used either as a splitting knife to split wood into kindling for fire-starting, or as a drawknife to remove material or carve with both hands.

Dual handles with finger guards

The dual handles are made from stained Scandinavian birch, equipped with finger guards and shaped for comfort even during extended carving sessions. The knife comes with a plastic sheath.

Swedish stainless steel with long-lasting sharpness

The 2.5 mm thick, 115 mm long blade is made from Swedish stainless steel (12C27) with over 80% recycled content and a hardness of 56.5 HRC. The stainless steel is durable, holds its edge well, and requires minimal maintenance.

Swedish craftsmanship, made in Mora

The knife is assembled and heat-treated at our factory in Mora with over 130 years of knife-making tradition.

Knife length: 363.0 mm / 14.29 inch
Blade length: 115.0 mm / 4.53 inch
Product length: 363.0 mm / 14.29 inch
Blade thickness: 2.5 mm / 0.1 inch
Weight: 153.0 g / 5.4 oz

Steel type: Stainless steel
Nominal hardness (HRC): 56,5
Grinding:Scandi
Grinding angle (total): 24
Edge angle: 39
Type of Tang: Piercing pliers
Grip Handle Color: Red
Handle Grip material: Birch wood
Flex: Stiff
Spine Grind: Yes
Blunt Tip: Yes
Country of Origin: Sweden
Brand: Morakniv
Type: Knife
Color: Red
Area of Use: Classics

Wood splitting knife
Dual birch handles
Shaped handle, finger guard
Knife length 363 mm
Plastic sheath

Full rat-tail tang
Swedish stainless steel 12C27
56.5 HRC
Length 115 mm, thickness 2.5 mm

Our products are intended for hobby and professional use in the kitchen, outdoors, hunting, crafts, handicrafts, etc. Please read these instructions carefully before use. Incorrect use may result in injury.

Instructions for use and safety information

About the product

Morakniv Classic Wood Splitting Knife (S)

The Morakniv Classic Wood Splitting Knife (S) is a classic splitting knife, popular among woodworkers and craftsmen. It features dual barrel-shaped, stained birch handles and a 115 mm blade made from recycled Swedish stainless steel that retains its sharpness over time.


Classic design splitting knife – for kindling and woodworking

The Morakniv Classic Wood Splitting Knife (S) is popular among woodworkers and craftsmen. It features a 115 mm blade made from recycled Swedish stainless steel. The stained birch handles are a classic design detail rooted in Morakniv’s heritage.

Split kindling or carve with both hands

The knife can be used either as a splitting knife to split wood into kindling for fire-starting, or as a drawknife to remove material or carve with both hands.

Dual handles with finger guards

The dual handles are made from stained Scandinavian birch, equipped with finger guards and shaped for comfort even during extended carving sessions. The knife comes with a plastic sheath.

Swedish stainless steel with long-lasting sharpness

The 2.5 mm thick, 115 mm long blade is made from Swedish stainless steel (12C27) with over 80% recycled content and a hardness of 56.5 HRC. The stainless steel is durable, holds its edge well, and requires minimal maintenance.

Swedish craftsmanship, made in Mora

The knife is assembled and heat-treated at our factory in Mora with over 130 years of knife-making tradition.

KNIFE MATERIAL

We make our knives from carefully selected materials from Swedish and European suppliers.
Here is a selection of materials for this knife.

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Morakniv Classic is a series of craft knives in classic design, with red-stained birch handles and carbon steel or stainless steel blades. These knives have been favorites among carpenters, craftsmen and everyday users for generations - always made in Mora.

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All Classic knives are assembled by hand by our knifemakers in Mora - a tradition since 1891.