{"product_id":"morakniv-hook-knife-163-double-edge-s","title":"Morakniv Hook Knife 163 Double Edge (S)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Experience\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Morakniv Hook Knife 163 Double Edge (S) is a specialized carving knife designed for shaping spoons, bowls, cups, and other concave wooden forms. Its wide, shallow curve removes material smoothly across larger-radius hollows without digging as aggressively as a tightly curved hook knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause both sides of the blade are sharpened, the 163 supports controlled push and pull cuts from multiple carving positions. The barrel-shaped Scandinavian birch handle offers a comfortable, natural grip, while the included vegetable-tanned leather edge cover protects the blade between carving sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScientific Engineering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide, Shallow Curvature:\u003c\/strong\u003e The open blade profile is suited to spoon bowls, larger vessels, shallow hollows, and smoothing broad concave surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-Edged Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both sides are sharpened, allowing controlled cutting in either direction and accommodating a wider range of grips and carving techniques.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12C27 Swedish Stainless Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alleima stainless steel provides corrosion resistance, dependable edge retention, and relatively simple maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThin 2 mm Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e The narrow blade stock reduces resistance while moving through wood and supports precise surface refinement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine Cutting Geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 24–26° edge angle favors clean, controlled carving rather than heavy splitting or general-purpose cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Rat-Tail Tang:\u003c\/strong\u003e The blade extends through the handle for stability during repeated push-and-pull carving motions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel-Shaped Birch Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rounded profile supports several grip positions and remains comfortable during longer carving sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeather Edge Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The fitted cover shields both sharpened edges and helps prevent damage during storage or transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBoutique \u0026amp; Conservation Values\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurpose-Built Craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a dedicated woodworking tool rather than a general outdoor knife adapted for carving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Swedish Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e The handle is made from Scandinavian birch and treated with linseed oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore Than 80% Recycled Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e The stainless blade incorporates a high proportion of recycled material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable-Tanned Leather:\u003c\/strong\u003e The included edge protection uses naturally tanned leather that develops character with age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Mora:\u003c\/strong\u003e The knife is assembled and heat-treated in Mora, Sweden, within Morakniv’s longstanding carving tradition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSteward’s Insight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hook Knife 163 is the better choice when the goal is a \u003cstrong\u003ewide, flowing hollow\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than a deep, tight cavity. It excels at smoothing spoon bowls, opening larger vessels, and refining concave surfaces after the initial material has been removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts double edge is versatile, but it also means there is no unsharpened side to brace safely with a thumb. Keep both hands behind the cutting path, work with controlled movements, and return the leather cover immediately after use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor sharpening, maintain the original curvature with an appropriately sized round strop or fine abrasive wrapped around a dowel. 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