Continuing on with our Best Ax Under $50 testing, this time with the Harden 15″ Camp Ax.
- Harden Ax
- Spyderco PM2
- 550 Para Cord
- Mexpedition Pouch
- Maglite XL50
- Victorinox Pioneer X
- Mora Knife
- Knipex Pilers
Continuing on with our Best Ax Under $50 testing, this time with the Harden 15″ Camp Ax.
Fixed blade knives aren’t for everyone, but many outdoor enthusiasts swear by them. There was a time when I was skeptical, but having tried a few, the Mora Companion is one I go back to time and time again. Companion is a good name for this knife. It’s been a trusted partner and ally on a lot of outdoor adventures, and it’s as versatile as it is reliable. From cutting wood and shaving tinder to filleting fish and general hinting/camping tasks, there’s not a lot you can’t do with this knife within reason.
On to the nitty-gritty. The Mora Companion has a 4.1-inch hardened Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel blade and a patterned, high-friction grip that rests comfortably in the hand. Most importantly, it resists slipping in wet conditions. It comes with a color-matched sheath and belt clip, and the whole package measures 8.6 inches and weighs 4.1 oz., sheath included. It’s a great budget knife that doesn’t feel like a budget knife, and it’s easy to throw in your pack on any outdoor trip because hey, you never know.
Blair Witkowski is an avid watch nut, loves pocket knives and flashlights and when he is not trying to be a good dad to his nine kids, you will find him running or posting pics on Instagram. Besides writing articles for Tech Writer EDC he is also the founder of Lowcountry Style & Living. In addition to writing, he is focused on improving his clients websites for his other passion, Search Engine Optimization. His wife Jennifer and he live in coastal South Carolina.