Hultafors Craftsman's knife HVK GH I All-purpose knife with ergonomic handle and Japanese carbon steel blade I Including holster and holder for working trousers I 380010

A really high quality durable knife. The handle is extremely sturdy and comfortable and feels great in the hand. The knife does not feel like it will slip or pop out of your hand, even when you are using it in the wet because of the great anti-slip finish on the handle. The blade is solid, very sharp and easy to maintain. It keeps its edge for a long time and is generally easy to re-sharpen. The sheath is well made and fits easily onto a belt. The knife clips into the sheath and feels safe and secure when inside; there is certainly no fear of it falling out whilst you are working. A great knife for the camper, woodworker or hunter at a very good price.

This knife is brilliant. I like it so much and its so cheap, I really want to get another one for no reason other than as a spare- I had to stop myself from ordering the heavy duty one as well as I have no use for it. This knife is heavy duty in my opinion, as well as sharp and very practical. I have a number of knives which are now redundant! Extremely good value for money sturdy and secure sheath and I consider its worth three times the price! In fact, I'll probably find an excuse to buy the whole Hultafors craftsman range before long! One observation - the handle shape is very comfortable and gives a good grip, but the guard (which is ideal for general use) makes this a bit bulky for finer woodcraft work.

Solidly made with quality steel blade and sturdy plastic handle, which fits comfortably in the hand. Blade very sharp and is capable of maintaining sharpness - good quality carbon steel. Solid plastic sheath which has nice button attachment, knife snaps in safely and feels secure. Has been used for greenwood carpentry, which I reckon it's perfect for. Not the most beautiful hand- made knife, but a solid, honest, quality product at a very good price.

I have been using one of these for several weeks as a work knife in a parcel warehouse. It sits in a side pocket on my work trousers , hanging from a button added by me for the purpose. in spite of the degree of movement it is subjected to, there have been no issues with blade retention at all. I have been mightily impressed with the performance of the knife in all the cutting tasks I have put it to. Generally this is just shrink wrap and cardboard, but it has also been used for making quick and nasty repairs on abs plastic lorry parts (make hole insert cable tie - bosh!) Just prior to writing this I have given it an end of the week sharpen with a fine oil stone and then a strop with a leather belt. I now have a bald patch on my left arm to testify the sort of edge it will take. The handle fits very comfortably in the hand and gives a secure grip. I know many people are critical of the large guard, but I like it very much. I also have the heavy duty version of this which is a fine tool, but for me the standard HVK is the better of the two. Given the very small outlay involved, I would suggest anyone buy both and make their own mind up. The quality of the finish is somewhat basic when compared to a Mora, though for less than half the price of a Companion, I am not disappointed at all. Importantly the steel seems to me at least the equal of that used by Mora and far superior to that of a certain line of black/orange celebrity endorsed knives. To conclude, anyone looking for a no frills work or outdoors knife could spend far more cash on something not nearly as good.

Bought this as a second knife for food preparation only for camping so there is no contamination . This is great quality knife at bargain price . I've attached my DC3 sharpener with a ranger band to the sheath ( good quality sheath too) . Only thing I didn't like it it stains very quick ( with fresh lemon ) but for the price I can live with that . And extremely sharp too. I don't know why would pay extra and get the one with the comfort handles as this one is comfortable enough

A more than adequate tool for the job; quality seems to be far superior to the price paid and I anticipate that this will be a welcome addition to my collection of serviceable bushcraft knives. It seems that Mora are the accepted standard for budget-friendly bushcraft blades and I think the Hultafors are a very close facsimile. I honestly can't see any significant difference in quality or craftsmanship. The knife arrived sharp enough for all but the most fussy user - I quickly put a finer edge on it with a ceramic stone and leather strop. I'm not sure how much this will have made a difference in its ability to begin performing right away had I an immediate use for this knife. I have big hands and I find this knife very comfortable to grip. It isn't a showcase blade - it is functional and business-like. If you have a requirement for a utilitarian and functional bushcraft / working knife then this should satisfy your requirements very well. I am very satisfied and would have no concerns recommending this knife to someone who wants a reliable blade at a very wallet-friendly price. Thank you Hultafors.

For the price I challage anyone to do better. Perfect for something you dont mind putting to work and don't mind having to tidy the blade after. Goodish build quality but the finish could be better but other than that is a great little knife that does the job. Compared to the Mora it's cheaper in all aeras but is is half the price. The blade for you guru's will need a sharpen and I have found does hold the edge well enough. Also recommended for putting with or in your prepping gear you don't visit too often!!!!

Good general purpose tool Keeps it's edge fairly well. The steel will rust if not oiled. Good for the price.

Kaliteli, sağlam duruyor.

Fait ce qu'on lui demande, mais malheureusement et c'est normal mes il rouille très vite si vous travaillé avec en extérieur a cause de la lame en carbone .

Die Scheide ist OK, die Gürtelschlaufe ist aber meiner Meinung nacht nicht so gut wie beim Mora (ich mag den Clip), ist aber durchaus Verwendbar. Das Messer klickt sicher Fest, wenn man es andersrum (für Linkshänder) reintut gibt es aber keinen Klick und es hängt nur locker darin. Plastik ist etwas dünner als Mora, aber (bis auf den fehlenden Gürtelclip) gut. Das Messer kommt geradeso papierschneidescharf, nicht das Schärfste direkt aus der Box, und der Schliff ist immer ziemlich unsauber, auf einer Seite ein anderer Winkel, beim Griff total stumpf weil der Scheitelpunkt nicht erreicht wurde (Mora kommen schärfer und besser geschliffen). Der Messerrücken ist ungeschliffen bis auf die Spitze, der letzte Zentimeter ist meistens begradigt (wenn man einen 90° Rücken braucht für Ferrorod oder zum Schaben, muss man auch einiges an Zeit investieren). Hultafors macht auch einen "Compound Edge", wo sie zuerst mit 12° schleifen und dann mit so um die 17° nochmal die äusserste Schnittkante machen. Das ergibt eine sehr belastbare Schnittkande, ist aber kein 100%iger Scandi. All das macht das Nachschleifen etwas Mühsam, ist es aber durchaus wert! Die SK5 Karbonstahlklinge ist 56-58HRC, etwa so hart wie Moras C100 Karbonstahl, meist aber ein klein wenig weicher. Von der Schnitthaltigkeit und Schnittkantenstabilität sehe ich kaum Unterschiede (vielleicht ein klein wenig zu gunsten von Mora), beide sind in Ordnung und besser als die 12C27 rostfreien Mora. Schlussendlich ist es Glückssache was man an Härte bekommt, wobei die rostfreien Mora für mich die meiste Varianz hatten. Es gibt allerdings von Hultafors auch rostfreie (blauer Griff), diese sollen angeblich AUS8 sein, weiss aber keiner so genau, diese schneiden tatsächlich noch etwas länger. Alle Messer, ob rostfrei oder nicht, ob Mora oder nicht können auf extrem scharf gebracht werden ("hair whittling edge"). Durch die relativ hohe Härte sind alle Messer nicht die Zähsten und brechen eher als dass sie verbiegen. Der Griff liegt gut in der Hand, wobei ich den Mora bequemer finde wegen dem kleineren Fingerschutz. Die billigere Vollplastikvariante kann schlüpfrig werden wenn z.B. Öl im Spiel ist, ist dafür aber die Einfachste zu reinigen. Wer bessere Griffigkeit braucht sollte die gummierte Version kaufen, der Gummi den Hultafors verwended ist griffiger als Moras aber zieht auch mehr dreck an. Der Erl ist bei den Mora länger (2/3 des Griffes gegenüber Hultafors 1/3 des Griffes), ist aber normalerweise kein Problem da die kurze Klinge nicht genug hebel hat und aus dem Griff zu brechen. Kurzum: Gutes Messer, braucht allerdings Zeit zum Schärfen, wird sehr scharf, hält gut genug scharf und lieght gut in der Hand. Billiger als Mora und absolut Brauchbar. Nebenbei erwähnt sind beide sehr viel besser als Fiskars. Ich kopiere diese Rezension für die anderen Hultafors die ich habe, werde aber die Passage zur Klinge anpassen, da es zwischen Rostfrei und Karbon unterschiede gibt.

Hultafors 380010 HVK Craftsman’s Knife – Incredible Value for Performance The Hultafors 380010 HVK Craftsman’s Knife is an outstanding value for the quality you’re getting. The steel is solid—it offers good corrosion resistance and toughness, making it a great workhorse knife for outdoor and utility tasks. It holds up well to hard use, and compared to similar knives like Mora’s base models, this one is actually more affordable and can take more abuse. Build & Performance This knife is rugged and well-balanced, making it a great tool for work, outdoor use, and general utility. The holster is descent, does the job. What really stands out is the price-to-performance ratio—it’s honestly very hard to beat at this price point. Design & Practicality The handle color is a nice touch, making it easy to spot if dropped in the field. However, for those who prefer a more discreet look, this might not be ideal. That said, this isn’t a tactical knife—it’s designed for practical, hard-working use, and it excels at that. Price & Availability Amazon has great availability and pricing, often with fast delivery and solid deals on this knife. Given the performance you get for the price, it’s a no-brainer for anyone needing a tough, reliable utility knife.

If you're looking for the best inexpensive carbon steel blade with a high-viz handle.... look no further. I've owned my first one for nearly a decade. Takes heavy use and abuse. I've bought many as back ups and gifts. Takes an edge quick. Single bevel is a nice feature that is uncommon. The sheath is not so good, I keep the knife in the sheath in a thigh pocket