The Morakniv Garberg (S) delivers full-tang strength in a compact, manageable bushcraft platform built for carving, splitting kindling, cutting branches, shelter work, and demanding property tasks. Its 4.29-inch 14C28N stainless steel blade offers the control of the standard Garberg with greater corrosion resistance and a more forgiving maintenance routine than carbon steel.
The textured polyamide handle uses Morakniv’s Dala-pattern friction grip for secure handling in wet and cold conditions. Choose from Black, Green, or Dala Red, each paired with a coordinating ambidextrous polypropylene sheath. The construction and specifications remain the same across all three variants; only the handle and sheath colors change.
Scientific Engineering
Full-Tang Construction: The blade steel runs through the entire handle for stability during carving, batoning, and controlled wood processing.
14C28N Swedish Stainless Steel: Alleima stainless steel provides strong corrosion resistance, dependable edge retention, and lower-maintenance field performance.
Cryogenically Treated Steel: The blade is annealed, hardened, and cryo-treated to a nominal 58 HRC.
Scandi Grind: The broad Scandinavian bevel supports controlled carving and straightforward resharpening.
Ferro-Rod-Compatible Spine: The ground spine can strike a ferro rod without using the sharpened edge.
Exposed Rear Tang: The rear tang can assist with scraping, spark striking, and controlled batoning.
Stiff 3.2 mm Blade: The blade thickness provides the rigidity needed for demanding outdoor work.
Dala-Pattern Grip: The molded polyamide handle and integrated finger guard support secure control in wet, cold, or gloved conditions.
Ambidextrous Polymer Sheath: The polypropylene sheath accommodates right- or left-handed carry and includes a belt loop.
Boutique & Conservation Values
Three Coordinated Colorways: Black offers a restrained presentation, Green provides a traditional field look, and Dala Red connects visually to Morakniv’s Swedish heritage.
Lower-Maintenance Ownership: Stainless steel is well suited to humid conditions, wet-weather use, and customers who prefer less frequent blade care.
Built for Continued Use: Full-tang construction and a resharpenable Scandi grind support long-term ownership.
Compact Working Strength: The standard Garberg provides substantial capability without the added reach and bulk of the Grand.
Made in Mora: Manufactured in Mora, Sweden, within Morakniv’s long-established knife-making tradition.
Steward’s Insight
The Garberg (S) is the better choice for stewards who want the strength of the Garberg platform without the maintenance demands of carbon steel. Its 4.29-inch blade remains easy to control during carving and close camp work while retaining enough rigidity for controlled batoning and heavier material preparation.
Stainless steel is forgiving, not maintenance-free. Clean and dry the blade after use, particularly after exposure to moisture, food, or sap, and avoid storing it wet inside the sheath.
This knife is ideal for:medium to large hands | all-weather bushcraft | carving and camp preparation | controlled batoning | property and field work
Variant Option
Color
Black
Green
Dala Red
Specifications
Knife Type: Fixed-blade bushcraft knife
Primary Use: Bushcraft, carving, wood processing, camp preparation, and outdoor field work
Knife Length: 9.02 in. / 229 mm
Blade Length: 4.29 in. / 109 mm
Overall Product Length: 9.84 in. / 250 mm
Blade Thickness: 0.13 in. / 3.2 mm
Blade Steel: Swedish stainless steel
Steel Alloy: 14C28N
Steel Manufacturer: Alleima, Sweden
Blade Treatment: Annealed, hardened, and cryogenically treated
Blade Hardness: 58 HRC
Blade Grind: Scandi grind
Grind Angle: 26–28° total
Edge Angle: 37–39°
Edge Type: Straight
Tang Construction: Full tang with exposed rear tang
Blade Flex: Stiff
Handle Material: Polyamide
Available Colors: Black, Green, or Dala Red
Finger Guard: Yes
Lanyard Hole: Yes
Fire-Steel Compatible: Yes
Sheath Included: Yes
Sheath Material: Polypropylene
Sheath Color: Coordinates with selected handle color
