Morakniv Hook Knife 162 Double Edge Wood Carving Knife

The Morakniv Hook Knife 162 Double Edge is a stainless steel hook knife built for carving spoons, bowls, cups, and detailed relief work. Its double-edged blade lets carvers work on both the pull and push stroke without repositioning, and the 16mm internal radius is optimized to run smoothly along the inside of a spoon or bowl. The knife is available with or without a Swedish vegetable-tanned leather sheath.

Both Edges Do Real Work

Most hook knives are ground on one side, which means stopping to reposition the workpiece whenever the grain or the curve changes direction. The Hook Knife 162's double-edged blade removes that interruption: a carver can switch between pull and push strokes mid-cut, following the wood's grain continuously. For hollow forms like spoons and kuksa cups, where the inside curve demands constant direction changes, that freedom translates directly into cleaner cuts and less fatigue.

12C27 Stainless Steel Holds an Edge in the Field

The blade is ground from Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel, a Swedish alloy Morakniv specifies for its combination of high hardness, razor sharpness out of the box, and genuine corrosion resistance. For camp carving, where a knife may sit damp in a pack overnight or be used near a water source, stainless steel reduces the maintenance burden compared to carbon steel. Surface patina is a normal result of the tempering process and does not affect cutting performance.

Oiled Birch Handle, Made in Sweden

The handle is oiled birch wood, shaped for comfort and balance during the extended grip pressure that hollow carving requires. The knife is manufactured in Sweden. The optional leather sheath is cut from Swedish vegetable-tanned cowhide sourced locally to the production region; its edge-protection design covers the blade securely without requiring a snap or strap.

Features

• Double-edged hook blade: enables both pull and push carving strokes without repositioning
• 16mm internal radius: optimized for the inside curve of spoons, bowls, and cups
• Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel: high hardness, razor sharpness, and corrosion resistance
• Oiled birch wood handle: ergonomic shaping for comfort and balance during extended carving sessions
• Made in Sweden

Specifications

Who This Is For and Isn't

The Hook Knife 162 Double Edge suits woodcarvers who work on hollow forms: spoons, bowls, and kuksa cups. The double-edged blade gives carvers the flexibility to work on both the pull and push stroke, and the stainless steel construction makes it a practical choice for camp and outdoor carving where moisture exposure is likely.

The leather sheath is included only with SKU M-13388; the no-sheath variant (SKU M-13446) ships without any blade cover. This is a specialty hook knife for hollow and relief carving, not a general-purpose camp or bushcraft knife.

Common Questions

What is the difference between the two variants?

The Hook Knife 162 Double Edge is available in two configurations: SKU M-13388 includes a Swedish vegetable-tanned leather sheath, and SKU M-13446 ships without a sheath. The blade, handle, and all other specifications are identical between the two.

Why does the blade have two edges, and how does that help with carving?

The double-edged design of the Hook Knife 162 allows carvers to cut on both the pull and push stroke without stopping to reposition the workpiece. This is especially useful when hollowing spoons or bowls, where the inside curve requires frequent direction changes to follow the grain cleanly.

Is the stainless steel blade rust-proof?

The Hook Knife 162 uses Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel, which offers strong corrosion resistance, well suited to outdoor and camp use where the blade may encounter moisture. Surface patina can develop as a normal result of the tempering process and does not affect cutting performance.

What is the leather sheath made from?

The leather sheath included with SKU M-13388 is made from Swedish vegetable-tanned leather, using cowhides sourced locally to the production region in Sweden. It is designed to protect both the blade edge and the user during storage and transport.

Is this knife suitable for a beginner woodcarver?

The Hook Knife 162 Double Edge is a purpose-built hollow-carving tool. The double-edged blade requires awareness of both cutting edges during use. No skill-level rating is given for this knife; whether it suits a beginner depends on the individual's prior comfort with hook knives specifically.