{"product_id":"morakniv-wood-carving-106-carbon-steel-knife","title":"Morakniv Wood Carving 106 Carbon Steel Knife","description":"\u003cp class=\"product-lead\"\u003eThe Morakniv Wood Carving 106 is a carbon steel whittling knife made in Sweden, sized for beginners and detail-focused carvers who want a blade that sharpens quickly and holds a keen edge. The 60 mm high carbon steel blade pairs with a barrel-shaped oiled birch handle and a full rat tang for a stable, controlled grip through long carving sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEasy to Sharpen, Ready to Carve\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh carbon steel takes and holds a sharper edge than most stainless alloys, and it responds quickly to a strop or whetstone. That responsiveness is a meaningful advantage when a beginner is still learning to read the grain of the wood. The 60 mm blade length keeps the cutting arc short and predictable, so early mistakes stay small and correctable rather than costly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFull Rat Tang Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tang runs the full length of the birch handle, bonding blade and grip into a single rigid unit. That matters during detail cuts, where torque and lateral pressure on a short blade can loosen a partial-tang handle over time. The barrel shape of the grip also distributes hand pressure evenly, reducing fatigue during extended sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA Handle You Can Make Your Own\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe natural birch handle accepts stains, oils, and carving of its own. That openness to personalization is a practical feature for a knife used to teach the craft, since customizing the handle is itself a carving exercise. The oiled finish protects the wood out of the box without locking in a color that would resist further treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Carbon Steel Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 mm tapered blade that sharpens quickly and takes a fine edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull Rat Tang:\u003c\/strong\u003e tang extends through the entire handle for strength and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel-Shaped Birch Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e oiled Scandinavian birch with natural finish, suitable for personalization\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Overall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 165 mm knife length for controlled detail work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Polymer Sheath Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e protective sheath ships with the knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Sweden:\u003c\/strong\u003e manufactured at Morakniv's facility in Sweden\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 Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHigh Carbon Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e60 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBlade Thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e2.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eKnife Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e165 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProduct Length (packaged)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e230 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProduct Width (packaged)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e34 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProduct Height (packaged)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e28 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e73 g (0.073 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOiled Scandinavian Birch\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHandle Color\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNatural\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBlack Polymer, included\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  \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 Wood Carving 106 suits beginners learning to whittle as well as experienced carvers who want a short, nimble detail blade. The carbon steel construction rewards anyone willing to maintain an edge: the steel sharpens faster than stainless and repays that effort with a finer cutting bevel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-fit-no\"\u003eCarbon steel requires wiping and oiling after each use; carvers who want a low-maintenance blade that tolerates moisture and neglect should consider a stainless steel alternative. The 60 mm blade is sized for detail and relief work, not general-purpose camp or bushcraft tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhy does the Wood Carving 106 use carbon steel instead of stainless?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe Morakniv Wood Carving 106 uses high carbon steel because it sharpens more easily and achieves a finer edge than most stainless alloys, a practical advantage for wood carving where a razor-sharp bevel makes cleaner cuts across grain. The trade-off is that carbon steel can rust if left wet or oily with residue, so the blade should be wiped dry and lightly oiled after each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is a full rat tang, and why does it matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eA full rat tang means the steel of the Wood Carving 106 blade extends as a narrow rod through the entire length of the birch handle, rather than stopping partway. This construction ties blade and handle into one rigid unit, which resists the twisting and lateral stress that detail carving puts on a short blade. It also makes the knife more durable over years of regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eCan the birch handle be stained, carved, or otherwise customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eYes. The oiled natural birch handle of the Wood Carving 106 accepts stains, additional oils, and carving. The factory oil finish protects the wood without sealing it against further treatment, so the handle can be personalized to suit the carver's preference or used as a practice surface in its own right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-q\"\u003eDoes the knife ship with a sheath?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-faq-a\"\u003eThe Morakniv Wood Carving 106 includes a black polymer sheath. The sheath protects the blade during storage and transport between carving sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morakniv","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50697599418438,"sku":"M-14027","price":38.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2203\/1686\/files\/original-M-14027_NA_P_1-sq.jpg?v=1792635388","url":"https:\/\/terrainvault.com\/products\/morakniv-wood-carving-106-carbon-steel-knife","provider":"TerrainVault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}