{"product_id":"morakniv-hook-knife-164-right-handed-wood-carving-knife","title":"Morakniv Hook Knife 164 Right-Handed Wood Carving Knife","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-lead\"\u003eThe Morakniv Hook Knife 164 is a right-handed spoon and bowl carving knife built around a single-edged 12C27 stainless steel blade with a 13 mm internal radius, shaped to run smoothly along the inside of curved wood surfaces. The unsharpened spine lets carvers brace a thumb or finger against the back of the blade for controlled push cuts. Available with or without a Swedish vegetable-tanned leather sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCurved Blade Geometry Designed for Hollow Carving\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hook Knife 164's 55 mm blade curves to a 13 mm internal radius, a geometry shaped specifically to follow the inside of a spoon bowl or cup without catching or skipping. Morakniv refined the edge bevels on this model to reduce drag through the cut, so the blade tracks the wood rather than fighting it. For carvers who spend hours hollowing green or dry wood, that consistency translates directly into less fatigue and cleaner results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSingle-Edged Spine for Two-Handed Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause only one edge is sharpened, the flat spine of the Hook Knife 164 is safe to press against with a fingertip or thumb. That contact point gives the off-hand real leverage for push cuts (the technique most carvers use when working across the grain inside a bowl) without requiring a separate tool or grip change. The same single-edge design also makes pull cuts toward the body more predictable, since there is no second edge to catch unexpectedly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e12C27 Stainless Steel and Oiled Birch Handle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hook Knife 164 blade is Swedish 12C27 stainless steel, a grade that combines edge retention, hardness, and corrosion resistance. For outdoor and camp carving where the knife may sit damp or be used on green wood, corrosion resistance is a practical concern, not a marketing point. The oiled birch handle is shaped for balance at the 164 mm overall knife length, and the wood absorbs sweat and moisture rather than becoming slick during extended carving sessions. Note: surface patina on the blade is a normal result of the tempering process and does not affect cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-edged 12C27 stainless blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e supports both pull cuts and push cuts with the spine as a brace point\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e13 mm internal radius:\u003c\/strong\u003e shaped for hollowing spoons, bowls, and cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized edge bevels:\u003c\/strong\u003e refined for smooth tracking along curved interior surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOiled birch wood handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e ergonomically shaped for comfort and balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional leather sheath:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swedish vegetable-tanned cowhide, locally manufactured\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\u003e55 mm (2.16 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\u003e13 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eKnife Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e164 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProduct Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e170 mm (6.6 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProduct Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e29 mm (1.1 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e62 g (2.1 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\u003eSheath (optional)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSwedish vegetable-tanned leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMade in Sweden\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSKU, No Sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eM-13443\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSKU, With Leather Sheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eM-13385\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 Morakniv Hook Knife 164 suits right-handed wood carvers working on spoons, bowls, cups, and relief carving, whether at a workbench or around a camp. The single-edged blade and 13 mm internal radius make it most useful for hollowing curved interior surfaces in green or dry wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-no\"\u003eThis knife is designed for right-handed use only and is not suitable for left-handed carvers. The leather sheath is an optional add-on selected at purchase and is not included with the No Sheath variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eIs this knife suitable for left-handed carvers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe Morakniv Hook Knife 164 is designed specifically for right-handed use. The single-edged blade is ground and curved for right-hand pull and push cuts. Left-handed carvers should look for a left-handed hook knife variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is the internal radius of the blade, and what does that mean for carving?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe Hook Knife 164 has a 13 mm internal radius. A tighter radius like this is suited to hollowing smaller spoons and cups; a larger radius would be used for wider, shallower bowls. The 13 mm measurement describes the curve of the cutting edge as it sweeps through the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eCan the spine of the blade be used as a brace for push cuts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eYes. The back of the Hook Knife 164 blade is unsharpened, so carvers can press a fingertip or thumb against the spine to guide and control push cuts, a common technique when working across the grain inside a bowl or spoon hollow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eDoes the leather sheath come included, or is it a separate purchase?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe leather sheath is an optional add-on. At checkout, buyers choose either the No Sheath variant (SKU M-13443) or the With Leather Sheath variant (SKU M-13385). The sheath is made from Swedish vegetable-tanned cowhide leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhat does blade patina mean, and should it be a concern?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003ePatina on the Hook Knife 164 blade is a surface discoloration that can develop as a normal result of the tempering process. It does not affect the blade's sharpness, edge retention, or cutting performance, and is not a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morakniv","offers":[{"title":"No Sheath","offer_id":50545641652294,"sku":"M-13443","price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Leather Sheath","offer_id":50545641685062,"sku":"M-13385","price":57.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2203\/1686\/files\/m-13443_m-13443_164s_knife_only.jpg?v=1790904281","url":"https:\/\/terrainvault.com\/products\/morakniv-hook-knife-164-right-handed-wood-carving-knife","provider":"TerrainVault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}