{"product_id":"morakniv-hook-knife-163-double-edge-stainless-steel-wood-carving-knife","title":"Morakniv Hook Knife 163 Double Edge Stainless Steel Wood Carving Knife","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-lead\"\u003eThe Morakniv Hook Knife 163 Double Edge is a stainless steel hook knife built for carving spoons, bowls, cups, and detailed relief work. Its double-edged 74 mm blade with a 25 mm internal radius handles both pull and push cuts, and the open curve is optimized for clean surfaces inside bowls with a large radius. Available with or without a leather sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOpen Curve Designed for Bowl and Spoon Work\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hook Knife 163 Double Edge carries a more open curve than a tighter hook profile, which means the blade follows the inside of a bowl or spoon blank without catching or dragging. The optimized edge bevels let the blade run smoothly along the interior surface, reducing tearout and giving carvers a cleaner finish with less cleanup work. For anyone moving from flat carving into hollow forms, that geometry difference is meaningful from the first cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e12C27 Stainless Steel for Edge Retention and Corrosion Resistance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is ground from top-grade Swedish 12C27 stainless steel, a grade chosen for its combination of razor sharpness, high hardness, and exceptional corrosion resistance. On a hook knife used on green wood (which is wet and acidic), corrosion resistance is not a cosmetic concern but a practical one: the edge stays cleaner between sessions and resharpening is more predictable. Morakniv notes that patina on the blade is a normal result of the tempering process and does not affect performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOiled Birch Handle for Grip and Balance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ergonomically shaped handle is oiled birch wood, a traditional pairing with Morakniv blades that provides a secure grip even when hands are damp from working green wood. The handle geometry is designed for comfort across both pull and push carving motions, which matter on a double-edged blade where the carver switches cutting direction frequently. Made in Sweden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-edged blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 74 mm hook blade with 25 mm internal radius supports pull and push carving\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen curve geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e optimized for large-radius bowls and spoon interiors with smooth edge bevels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12C27 stainless steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swedish steel with high hardness, razor sharpness, and exceptional corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOiled birch wood handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e ergonomic shaping for comfort and balance across carving directions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional leather sheath:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swedish vegetable-tanned cowhide, manufactured locally in the region\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Sweden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e12C27 stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e74 mm (2.91 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eInternal Radius\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e25 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eKnife Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e183 mm (7.2 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProduct Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e190 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProduct Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e29 mm (1.14 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e70 g (2.4 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOiled birch wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSweden\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSKU (No Sheath)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eM-13445\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSKU (Leather Sheath)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eM-13387\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Is For and Isn't\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-yes\"\u003eThe Hook Knife 163 Double Edge suits wood carvers working on spoons, bowls, cups, and relief carving who need a hook blade that handles both pull and push cuts. The open 25 mm radius curve is particularly well matched to large-radius hollow forms. The leather sheath variant is the better choice for carvers who carry the knife in a bag or kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-no\"\u003eThe leather sheath is not included with the No Sheath variant (SKU M-13445) and must be selected separately. This is a hand-carving tool, not a general-purpose camp or utility knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is the difference between the two variants?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe Hook Knife 163 Double Edge is available in two configurations: without a sheath (SKU M-13445) and with a leather sheath (SKU M-13387). The knife itself is identical in both variants. The leather sheath is made from Swedish vegetable-tanned cowhide manufactured locally in the region and is not included with the no-sheath option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eIs this a stainless steel or carbon steel blade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe Hook Knife 163 Double Edge has a stainless steel blade ground from Swedish 12C27 stainless steel. The (S) in the product name indicates stainless steel. 12C27 is chosen for its combination of high hardness, razor sharpness, and exceptional corrosion resistance, which is useful when carving green or wet wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eCan this knife be used for both pull and push cuts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eYes. The Hook Knife 163 Double Edge has a double-edged blade, meaning both sides of the hook carry a sharpened edge. This allows the carver to cut on both the pull and push stroke without repositioning the workpiece, which is particularly useful when working the interior of a bowl or spoon blank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhat does the patina note mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eMorakniv notes that patina on the blade of the Hook Knife 163 Double Edge is a normal result of the tempering process and does not affect the knife's performance or edge quality. It is a cosmetic characteristic of the manufacturing process, not a defect or sign of corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhat wood types is this hook knife suited for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe Hook Knife 163 Double Edge is designed for carving spoons, bowls, cups, and detailed relief work. No specific wood species are listed in the product data; consult Morakniv's carving resources for wood-selection guidance specific to your project.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morakniv","offers":[{"title":"No Sheath","offer_id":50697580576838,"sku":"M-13445","price":58.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Leather Sheath","offer_id":50697580609606,"sku":"M-13387","price":67.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2203\/1686\/files\/original-M-13445_NA_P_1-sq.jpg?v=1792634983","url":"https:\/\/terrainvault.com\/products\/morakniv-hook-knife-163-double-edge-stainless-steel-wood-carving-knife","provider":"TerrainVault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}