Hunting knife Morakniv Pathfinder — drop point blade, 17.2 cm blade, 3.2 mm thickness, ambidextrous sheath

Morakniv Pathfinder is a single fixed-blade hunting knife with a 17.2 cm drop point blade and a 3.2 mm blade thickness. The blade is made from high-quality carbon steel with a black anti-corrosive DLC-type coating and a specially ground spine intended for use with a fire starter. The knife is supplied with a heavy-duty ambidextrous nylon sheath compatible with MOLLE systems, designed for left- or right-side carry. Its construction and design focus on outdoor, bushcraft and survival tasks such as skinning, cutting and general camp chores.

Advantages

The long 17.2 cm drop point blade combined with a 3.2 mm thickness provides strength for demanding cutting and slicing tasks while retaining control for finer work. The DLC-style black coating improves corrosion resistance and reduces reflectivity. A specially ground spine enables reliable sparks when used with a ferrocerium fire starter. The fixed blade construction and robust handle-sheath system give stable handling and secure carry in the field.

Suitable for

• Skinning and field dressing game
• Bushcraft tasks such as batoning, carving and feathering sticks
• General camp chores: cutting rope, preparing kindling, food prep
• Survival and outdoor use where a long, sturdy blade and fire-start capability are needed

When it may not be suitable

Because the blade is long and relatively thick, the knife may be less suitable for precision tasks that require a very fine tip or delicate slicing compared with smaller skinner or fillet knives. The blade’s unpolished grind and sharp spine corners are intentional for fire-start use but may feel rough for users who prefer a fully finished spine.

Key specifications

• Blade type: Drop point
• Blade length: 17.2 cm
• Blade thickness: 3.2 mm
• Blade material: High-quality carbon steel with black anti-corrosive DLC-style coating
• Spine: Specially ground for use with a fire starter
• Handle and carry: Fixed blade with ambidextrous heavy-duty nylon sheath, MOLLE compatible
• Primary uses: Hunting, bushcraft, survival, general outdoor tasks

How to use

Use the Morakniv Pathfinder as a fixed outdoor knife for cutting, skinning and camp tasks. When starting fires, strike a ferrocerium rod along the specially ground spine to produce sparks; take care to maintain angle and pressure for consistent ignition. For heavy cutting, use controlled strokes and consider proper baton technique when splitting wood, ensuring the knife is secured in the sheath or held on a stable surface between strikes. After use, clean and dry the carbon steel blade and apply light oil to protect against corrosion.

What to consider before purchase

• Blade length and thickness: 17.2 cm and 3.2 mm may be larger than standard hunting knives
• Carbon steel requires regular maintenance to prevent rust—plan to clean and oil the blade
• Spine is intentionally ground and not polished; this is for fire-start use but may be abrasive to some users
• Sheath is heavy-duty nylon and MOLLE compatible; confirm compatibility with your carry setup

Usage recommendations

For reliable field performance, keep the blade clean and lightly oiled, practice safe fire-start technique with the ground spine, and store the knife dry in its sheath. Use this knife for tasks that benefit from a long, robust drop point blade and avoid using it for delicate filleting or precision indoor food prep.