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On an ongoing basis, we would say ! Like its fixed counterparts, the folding knife also serves as kitchen knife, table knife or outdoor knife. The large models are useful for hunting or camping. Go into survival mode with the XL Morta knives, worthy of the best armouries, thereby meeting the challenges of dry sausage, bread and other picnic battalions. As French artisanal knives directly native to the Brière region, Morta folding knives will make you the representatives of a living heritage. Because yes, after a sleep of 5,000 years, Morta has come back to life.
Stemming from the range of traditional knives, the folding knife has many advantages. As it’s compact, it fits easily in your pocket, backpack or picnic basket filled with delicious lunches. Its excellent grip is comfortable and practical. Whether out hunting, fishing or walking in the forest, draw your folding knife as quickly as your good spirits. More of a stay-at-home ? No problem, folding knives are indiscriminately useful for doing little jobs around the house, cooking and gardening.
Only about 10 to 20% of a Morta trunk is usable. Working solely on the most beautiful elements guarantees excellent quality. The same is true for the steel. Morta Knives only selects the best steel to ensure the blade’s solidity. Sandvik, Damascus or carbon steel have between 59 and 61 HRC Rockwell hardness. Each stage is performed manually by professional cutlers: forge, hammering, patina, etching. This ancestral traditional know-how is the pride of Atelier JHP and all Brière.
The folding pocket knife has its origins around 500 BC with a bone handle. It evolved through civilizations, with the Romans creating a bronze-based friction folding knife. Over the centuries, various models like the Laguiole and Opinel have become renowned.
Morta folding knives are gems of French craftsmanship. They feature a precious wood handle, the Morta, sourced from the Brière marshes. These knives come in various sizes and steel types, all crafted with impeccable attention to detail.
There are three primary steel types used by Couteaux Morta: carbon steel known for its sharpness, stainless steel for its resilience, and Damascus steel for its unparalleled beauty. Each type offers unique advantages in terms of sharpness, durability, and aesthetics.
Folding knives come with various opening mechanisms, including automatic knives, assisted opening, thumb button, blade hole, ergot, and nail nick. Each mechanism offers a unique opening experience, catering to different user preferences.
When choosing a folding knife, consider the locking mechanism for safety and ease of use. Popular mechanisms include liner-lock and lockback, both providing secure blade locking with the liner-lock allowing for easier one-handed operation.
For stainless steel blades, clean with a damp cloth and soapy water. For Damascus and Raw forge steels, use a soft, dry cloth. The Morta handle, having spent millennia in the Brieronne peat, is perfectly protected and requires minimal maintenance. Regular sharpening is also essential to maintain the knife’s edge.
A well-designed leather sheath offers a convenient and secure way to carry your knife. Couteaux Morta offers ebony black leather sheaths in various orientations, adding elegance while protecting your knife.
Morta knives are premium pieces, representing traditional French craftsmanship. They are artisanally made in France, showcasing the excellence of French artisanal traditions.
The Morta wood, sourced from the Brière marshes, is a unique and precious material. Nourished with vegetable oil, it can be further adorned with mammoth ivory inlays, creating a harmonious blend of black and white gold.
Damascus steel is renowned for its moire appearance and distinctive arabesques. Paired with the black shades of Morta, it enhances the artisanal essence of these exceptional knives.
Morta folding knives vary in size, ranging from 16 cm to 24.4 cm when opened, which translates to 9 to 13.5 cm when folded. This variety ensures that users can find a knife that suits their specific needs.
Morta folding knives embody the rich tradition of French cutlery. By combining traditional craftsmanship with quality materials like Morta wood and various steel types, they offer knives that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
