More than you realize. L6 is one of the most expensive blade metals on the market. The most expensive metals are 5160, 6150 (those are two different metals), and L6. It's that rare.
as a nepali i feel proud to see this kind of dedication to craft something we nepalese hold very dear to. lots of respect and love from nepal ❤ and the nepalese people would be happy to carry your "khukuri" जय देश। पशुपतिनाथले रक्षा गरून्।।
@@rjsingha9121 ive heard this toool can be quite versatile. from using as a knife to cut things to a makeshift shovel or canoe paddle. a big hunk of metal is good for alot of things
A Green Beret asked me to restore his kukri he had been given while in Afghanistan. My first time handling or even being aware of such a weapon. I was in awe of the look feel and capability of it. The blade looked almost identical to the one 8n this video. His handle had ivory and gold inlays. Great job. That weapon is unique while imitated often.
I have a kukri that my father brought back from WW2. He was a liberator pilot flying from India over Burma for the Australian airforce. The scabbard has deteriorated, but the knife is still in excellent shape, it is one of my most treasured possessions.
Beautifully done! Love how you kept the design traditional but made it more bullet proof with the micarta handle. The double twisted fitting were a very nice touch as well. Thanks for sharing
I really wanted to use buffalo horn, but its destination climate was so drastically different than spring in Michigan that the micarta was the safest bet.
@@charlesharper7292 Kailash is also making me one, but I chose stacked leather for their Historical Service Issue blade which may well be the pattern Kevin used here. Then I also ordered one of their 9" Mini Khukuri with a choice piece of buffalo horn. This one here though, is breathtaking.
I am planning on more videos as soon as possible, Right now all of my time is devoted to a DVD project regarding my blades. The power hammer has been with me since the beginning of my career, it is a 150lb Bradley strap hammer. The Bradley's were models of efficiency and virtually indestructible.
Hi Kevin. Just wanted to say it was a pleasure meeting you this past weekend at the badger knife club show. I greatly appreciated the insight into the craft that I had recieved from you. Here's to hoping you continue to receive booths away from the rusty jack knife peddlers.
A common comment is on the spelling of the knife, I hope I can clear this up with a post more people can see before commenting- I do not feel that I am qualified to call myself a khukuri maker, so I prefer to title my blade with the Anglicized version.
Well my friend you're not a Nepalese Khami, I get that. BUT if we consider the fact that this knife would pass any test given it in Nepal or if it was fielded by the Ghurkha, or used by the Sherpa people for everyday tasks...what do you think THEY would call you, even in an honorary sense of the word?? They are very open, honest people, poor as Jobs chickens, and hardworking as nails. Personally I would be surprised if they DIDNT accept you as a Khami. Outfreakingstanding sir! Well done.
Beautiful blade, really like the fuller jig you have. Would love to see a quick video showing a little more detail on how you carve the fuller out and finish it
Amazing workmanship and a beautiful knife and sheath... yeah you are a kukri-maker, no mistake about that! The twisted steel fittings are exquisite- an entire blade of same would be past words!
Bravo! I consider this piece, the Ultimate handcrafted Khukuri, bar none. I own an early, Himalayan Imports Khukuri, a British Army Service model, from the 1990's when I exchanged many pleasantries with the late, great Bill Martino of H.I. on the Knifeforums & Bladeforums websites. Here's a Heineken toast to Bill( Heineken was Bill's fave), his wife Yangdu, and the artistry of Kevin Cashen.
I bought my first traditional Khukuri from UB over the phone before his death. Its a horn handle 18 inch Ang Khola...😆😍 Yes its heavier than a traditional combat model BUT Thats what I wanted. I cannot safely use an axe. That dude was the man. He was SO kind hearted and loved his khamis dearly, did his dead level darndest to make their lives better. He is truly missed.
@@tikkidaddy Mark, I am back again, more than a year later, to re-watch this video, a virtual tour de force, of superlative blade craftsmanship by Kevin Cashen. I somehow missed your comment and response. Yes, Bill Martino of Himalayan Imports was a special man. I dearly miss his prose, comments, and kind & informative posts. Still, I am breathless, at Kevin's detail, artistry, and workmanship. What a Blade! I wish Kevin, Mark, and all my fellow blade aficionados, a blessed, happy, and wonderful Holiday season. Now what steel was Kevin forging?
Scientific precision! Never seen anyone do better. One point if I may? Front view! Khukuri has a different profile rather than flat. I would love to see you forge one with that too! #Respect.
The pair of Kukris my father was presented with in Singapore in 1959 by the then resident Gurkha Battalion had a pair of small skinning knives in the top of both the sheaths. They were and still are beautiful knives (still in the family). Every Year a large bullock had its head lopped off by a senior NCO in an annual ceremony, if the head came off in one blow it meant good luck for the battalion for the year. We still have photos of the whole parade and ceremony complete with falling head. My father on leaving the battalion was presented with an engraved gold cigarette case and gold lighter too.
The grip looks just like my British Model No. 1 which has a handle made from water buffalo horn. Love the scabbard, too. If I didn't have so many different kukris already, I'd order one now, LOL.
I read the description before watching the video, and thought to myself, "master bladesmith" seems a tad narcissistic, but after watching the video I now understand that it's only accurate, amazing work
I understand, but I am glad I won you over. For what it is worth, I didn't give myself that title, it was given to me by the American Bladesmith Society upon passing their certification requirements, and being awarded the rating by my peers who judged my work. After going through the process I agree that it is narcistic for anybody declare themselves a "Master Bladesmith."
I wondered how you knew about our Nepalese Khukuri??? I think this khukuri is only made in Nepal and by Nepalese ppl cos it’s our pride and it’s our traditional knife .. but how you can make ??? So shocked to see ... it’s amazing u really did appreciated
It can be a challenging knife to make, but I have been a practicing master bladesmith for 25 years, and am currently the Vice-Chairman of the American Bladesmith Society.
Awesome work, and as you can see, comments from our revered Gurkha friends that you are perhaps more qualified than your modesty allows. I own a couple of Kukris and am very proud of them. I would love to know how to refurb the leather properly - how did you get the leather on yours looking so beautiful?
I only have one comment, that being, you need to change the title of the video. It should say the forging of, instead of the making of. The people that cut a knife shape out of a piece of flat stock, then proceed to give it a final shape on a sander, and the only time it sees the inside of a forge is when they temper it, those are the knife makers!!! You my good man are first an artist and a forger, and your pride of craft is clearly evident in your works. Thank you for agreat video.
I have seen gunsmiths use a tub of oil facing true north to cool the barrels down after they come from the furnace as the steal will never warp if the tub is facing true north. Why don't you use the same system? Does it only apply to certain steals or temperatures? Have you ever used that method?
I hope I don't offend by how I answer because I am not sure of the nature of the question. You see, in our business the true north quench thing is a running joke that knifemakers have fun at each other with, but if you are asking seriously, I apologize for the misunderstanding and simply will say that there is no real effect in compass direction on the quenching process.
@@kevinr.cashen8544 You didn't offend me mate as I didn't know the truth about it. I have watched that show on gunsmithing on Fox tell and they said it had to do with the natural magnetic pull of the earth and now I know they are full of shit. Thank you for bringing me up to date on that.
bloody nice work! but my curiosity is why western Kukri makers make the blade so thick? kukris from nepal have thinner blades which allows the blade to pass through the body more smoothly.
There were actually two, commissioned by Royalty, that are shown in the video. They had to be completed in time for a special event, so I got them done in around 4 weeks.
Hey there Matt. No, it does not have to be very expensive, though it may depend a bit on how you view the phrase expensive. Ofc having a master bladesmith do the job will usually cost quite a lot. But there are a couple of homepages on the net who sell good blades too. Just stick to the ones that make traditional kukris and knows how to make a quality reproduction of the original military issues.. and you will be fine.
Lindo trabalho para quem tem recusos tecnologicos! Já vi,ao vivo,facas e similares, extremamente maravilhoos forjados a martelo e bigona...sem querer denegrie sua arte!
Kinda off subject, other than what you do with it, that massive anvil is almost as grand as the artful blades you make on it. How old and how heavy if I may ask?
The anvil is a 1907, 350# Fisher. It was a gift from Dr. Jim Lucie, world's leading Scagel authority, bladesmith, physician and dear friend who is very missed.
That's beautiful!! Does the blade need to be warm when going into the high temperature salt? I've thought about getting a salt unit but honestly I'm a little scared of them.
The blade needs to be completely dry and clean of any volatile residues, but not necessarily warm. Warming can help burn off moisture. If moisture is introduced to the salts it can be very dangerous.
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From a retired Gurkha with 28 years’ service, well done sir, that is a beautiful piece of art. I would carry that to battle any time !
You honor me beyond words, thank you sir.
@@kevinr.cashen8544 where can I buy one. Thank you
More than you realize. L6 is one of the most expensive blade metals on the market. The most expensive metals are 5160, 6150 (those are two different metals), and L6. It's that rare.
@@kevinr.cashen8544 , Congratulations for your dedication and for your art. Greetings from São Paulo, Brazil.
@@kevinr.cashen8544 set up a cutlery & knife unit in india, you will exceed all expectations.
as a nepali i feel proud to see this kind of dedication to craft something we nepalese hold very dear to. lots of respect and love from nepal ❤ and the nepalese people would be happy to carry your "khukuri" जय देश। पशुपतिनाथले रक्षा गरून्।।
What does Nepali do with this?
@@rjsingha9121 search gurkha videos
Rj Singha it is used like a sword in battlefield
@@rjsingha9121 ive heard this toool can be quite versatile. from using as a knife to cut things to a makeshift shovel or canoe paddle. a big hunk of metal is good for alot of things
Probably the finest custom Kukri you could own.Just a masterclass in metalsmithing .Very nicely done.
A Green Beret asked me to restore his kukri he had been given while in Afghanistan. My first time handling or even being aware of such a weapon. I was in awe of the look feel and capability of it. The blade looked almost identical to the one 8n this video. His handle had ivory and gold inlays. Great job. That weapon is unique while imitated often.
I have a kukri that my father brought back from WW2. He was a liberator pilot flying from India over Burma for the Australian airforce. The scabbard has deteriorated, but the knife is still in excellent shape, it is one of my most treasured possessions.
Beautiful khukuri! Any Gurkha would be proud to carry it into battle!!😀🇳🇵
Thanks!
Hail! Nepal !!!
@@kesharkhadkapunwar2029 hello
Beautifully done! Love how you kept the design traditional but made it more bullet proof with the micarta handle. The double twisted fitting were a very nice touch as well. Thanks for sharing
I really wanted to use buffalo horn, but its destination climate was so drastically different than spring in Michigan that the micarta was the safest bet.
Kailash is making me one now with a micarta handle.
@@charlesharper7292 Kailash is also making me one, but I chose stacked leather for their Historical Service Issue blade which may well be the pattern Kevin used here. Then I also ordered one of their 9" Mini Khukuri with a choice piece of buffalo horn. This one here though, is breathtaking.
Eine wunderschöne Arbeit. Ohne Schnickschnack, einfach pur und solide. BRAVO !!!
You Sir, are more then a smith, you are a Artist! Very well done.
Stunning! Your power hammer is insane. Never seen one with so much control. Please make more videos
I am planning on more videos as soon as possible, Right now all of my time is devoted to a DVD project regarding my blades. The power hammer has been with me since the beginning of my career, it is a 150lb Bradley strap hammer. The Bradley's were models of efficiency and virtually indestructible.
@@kevinr.cashen8544 ha ha i was thinking you will forget to make one thing but you didn't you are smart guys
Stellar work. As a fan of both traditional khukri and modern, this is a great nod to both!!
Hi Kevin. Just wanted to say it was a pleasure meeting you this past weekend at the badger knife club show. I greatly appreciated the insight into the craft that I had recieved from you. Here's to hoping you continue to receive booths away from the rusty jack knife peddlers.
Kevin, that is a beautifully done kukri!! It looks authentic!! Good job, sir!!
Thank you. For the lesson. I have learned allot more than I thought I would. That tool looks too good to use.
You are a master craftsman Sir. That was an amazing piece of art. I love to own one if possible.
A common comment is on the spelling of the knife, I hope I can clear this up with a post more people can see before commenting- I do not feel that I am qualified to call myself a khukuri maker, so I prefer to title my blade with the Anglicized version.
Sir given what you've just turned out you can call Doris for all I care it's gorgeous
What is the price of the knife
Well my friend you're not a Nepalese Khami, I get that. BUT if we consider the fact that this knife would pass any test given it in Nepal or if it was fielded by the Ghurkha, or used by the Sherpa people for everyday tasks...what do you think THEY would call you, even in an honorary sense of the word?? They are very open, honest people, poor as Jobs chickens, and hardworking as nails. Personally I would be surprised if they DIDNT accept you as a Khami. Outfreakingstanding sir! Well done.
@@sabuchand6478 TO BE A GURKHA IS THE PRICE... WHO DOES NOT FEAR THE DEATH
Beautiful blade, really like the fuller jig you have. Would love to see a quick video showing a little more detail on how you carve the fuller out and finish it
Its amazing! And it’s cover design is great! I loved it
Amazing workmanship and a beautiful knife and sheath... yeah you are a kukri-maker, no mistake about that! The twisted steel fittings are exquisite- an entire blade of same would be past words!
Craftsmanship === Respect
Amazing skill, you make this process look very easy..... and what a splendid blade at the end
Bravo! I consider this piece, the Ultimate handcrafted Khukuri, bar none. I own an early, Himalayan Imports Khukuri, a British Army Service model, from the 1990's when I exchanged many pleasantries with the late, great Bill Martino of H.I. on the Knifeforums & Bladeforums websites. Here's a Heineken toast to Bill( Heineken was Bill's fave), his wife Yangdu, and the artistry of Kevin Cashen.
I bought my first traditional Khukuri from UB over the phone before his death. Its a horn handle 18 inch Ang Khola...😆😍
Yes its heavier than a traditional combat model BUT Thats what I wanted. I cannot safely use an axe.
That dude was the man. He was SO kind hearted and loved his khamis dearly, did his dead level darndest to make their lives better. He is truly missed.
@@tikkidaddy Mark, I am back again, more than a year later, to re-watch this video, a virtual tour de force, of superlative blade craftsmanship by Kevin Cashen. I somehow missed your comment and response. Yes, Bill Martino of Himalayan Imports was a special man. I dearly miss his prose, comments, and kind & informative posts.
Still, I am breathless, at Kevin's detail, artistry, and workmanship. What a Blade!
I wish Kevin, Mark, and all my fellow blade aficionados, a blessed, happy, and wonderful Holiday season. Now what steel was Kevin forging?
Absolutely beautiful kukri. I was astonished seeing the final result 🔥
Beautiful kukri! Those fittings are icing on the cake.
Thank you
WOW as fan of khukuris this came out beautifully! Loved to have seen a test on it👍
Excellent work. We can see the effort, thinking and skill to make this Khukri.
Scientific precision! Never seen anyone do better. One point if I may? Front view! Khukuri has a different profile rather than flat. I would love to see you forge one with that too! #Respect.
Mad respect!! Strength and Honour!!
Excelent job made from an artist. Simply beautiful. Thanks for the video
The pair of Kukris my father was presented with in Singapore in 1959 by the then resident Gurkha Battalion had a pair of small skinning knives in the top of both the sheaths. They were and still are beautiful knives (still in the family). Every Year a large bullock had its head lopped off by a senior NCO in an annual ceremony, if the head came off in one blow it meant good luck for the battalion for the year. We still have photos of the whole parade and ceremony complete with falling head. My father on leaving the battalion was presented with an engraved gold cigarette case and gold lighter too.
that was an awesome video
thanks for sharing
the time and meticulous effort you put into the piece definitely shows in the end result
beautiful
Thank you so much for the positive feedback. I am old to the bladesmithing thing but quite new to video making.
0:47 - Never seen anyone bend steel like that! Great technique! 👍
Excellent work.Made with dedication, sincerity n precision!!! Great workmanship.Thnks for sharing.
Among all the european blacksmith your khukri is the best it's original to the gurkha khukri 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳
Very nice. I started to make my own kuhkri this week.
The second I get home I'm going to try and make one myself, any tips for a pretty inexperienced blacksmith?
Fantastic!!!! Great work. You are a true professional!!!
The grip looks just like my British Model No. 1 which has a handle made from water buffalo horn. Love the scabbard, too. If I didn't have so many different kukris already, I'd order one now, LOL.
I read the description before watching the video, and thought to myself, "master bladesmith" seems a tad narcissistic, but after watching the video I now understand that it's only accurate, amazing work
I understand, but I am glad I won you over. For what it is worth, I didn't give myself that title, it was given to me by the American Bladesmith Society upon passing their certification requirements, and being awarded the rating by my peers who judged my work. After going through the process I agree that it is narcistic for anybody declare themselves a "Master Bladesmith."
Wow your work is so clean, thanks
A real pleasure to watch kevin.you are an amazing tradesman
Thank you for the kind words
Love watching talented craftsmen do their thing.Beautiful Knives.
How about I just call it really really cool and a masterpiece
Amazing work. Truly an Artist
I would be happy to have one of your knife. Truly amazing!
That is truly a beautiful blade.
Respect from the land of gurkhas. 🇳🇵🙏
Gorgeous blade. A piece of art. Great video.
An artist at work with many years of hand on experiance.
beautifully crafted....great to see a Non-Nepali making a Khukuri with that accuracy
Thank you, your words are very kind and encouraging.
Your best work and quality.....❤️
Wow!!the best looking khukri that I've come across 👍
Beautiful blade sir!!! Love it!!!
Amazing blade Cashen! Love your work.
Beautiful man! Wish I could own one.
Lots of love from Nepal
WOW what a work of art!!!
I am Nepali and i would say that’s perfect khukuri Not even Nepali makes that pretty looking khukuri
Thank you very much.
Would love to see you craft a Samurai Katana or a tanto. I'm sure the Japanese would be as delighted as the Nepalese with the Kukri.
Wow! That came out beautiful!
Thank you for the kind words.
Stunning! Thank you.
Thank you too!
I real your comments so I called awesome work done by you what a beauty.
Beautiful craftsmanship
Congratutions!
Good luck and best of Wishes!
Hail! Nepal !!!
I wondered how you knew about our Nepalese Khukuri??? I think this khukuri is only made in Nepal and by Nepalese ppl cos it’s our pride and it’s our traditional knife .. but how you can make ??? So shocked to see ... it’s amazing u really did appreciated
It can be a challenging knife to make, but I have been a practicing master bladesmith for 25 years, and am currently the Vice-Chairman of the American Bladesmith Society.
Yeah but it’s Nepalese traditional knife do u agree with me ?
Yes, it is a traditional Knife of Nepal.
Awesome work, and as you can see, comments from our revered Gurkha friends that you are perhaps more qualified than your modesty allows. I own a couple of Kukris and am very proud of them. I would love to know how to refurb the leather properly - how did you get the leather on yours looking so beautiful?
Thank you, I try to use the best book binding leather I can obtain and the results are what you see.
Super nice idea i am from Nepal love to see your way to make khukuri. #bknarbahadur
Gurkha knife from nepal 🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵
Yes Please! I am so proud be a Nepali.
Hail! Nepal !!!
@@kesharkhadkapunwar2029 kitne ki pdegi dajyu khukri
That's a proper martempering heat treat! Which salt do you use?
Heat Bath/ Park metallurgical ThermoQuench
@@kevinr.cashen8544 awesome! I bet, since you trust your work to it, that it really pays off! I am so tired of warped blades haha!
Thanks man!
What an amazing talent you have sir. Are you also selling these?
Only on the rare occasion that I have something like it available, I have not been able to take new orders for many years now.
wow.. really great you did bro...
I only have one comment, that being, you need to change the title of the video. It should say the forging of, instead of the making of. The people that cut a knife shape out of a piece of flat stock, then proceed to give it a final shape on a sander, and the only time it sees the inside of a forge is when they temper it, those are the knife makers!!! You my good man are first an artist and a forger, and your pride of craft is clearly evident in your works. Thank you for agreat video.
Amazing skills this is masterpiece weapon of God..👌👌👌💐💐💐🍫🍫🍫
WOW, Beautiful craftsmanship!
I have seen gunsmiths use a tub of oil facing true north to cool the barrels down after they come from the furnace as the steal will never warp if the tub is facing true north. Why don't you use the same system? Does it only apply to certain steals or temperatures? Have you ever used that method?
I hope I don't offend by how I answer because I am not sure of the nature of the question. You see, in our business the true north quench thing is a running joke that knifemakers have fun at each other with, but if you are asking seriously, I apologize for the misunderstanding and simply will say that there is no real effect in compass direction on the quenching process.
@@kevinr.cashen8544 You didn't offend me mate as I didn't know the truth about it. I have watched that show on gunsmithing on Fox tell and they said it had to do with the natural magnetic pull of the earth and now I know they are full of shit. Thank you for bringing me up to date on that.
WOW.perfection, a master at work.
Hermoso trabajo!!! Felicidades maestro...
Wao excellent expression
Have no word to say
Beautiful work
lovely blade , would it be possible to ake the name of the tool you used for the fuller ?
well you would never no you were new to the video part
keep up the good work
Beautiful .....khukuri...brave gorkha ...i would like to learn this work sir ..can you help me
Yes sure, how can I help you?
Pretty knife. I seen 'em make them in Nepal wearing flip-flops.
jim crow well we make it without wearing flip flops for a change !
Jai maha kali Ayo gorkhalii
Ye kukhri insha'Allah ❤️❤️
Wishes from a defence aspirant 💯
God bless..
watching in 2020 😍
bloody nice work! but my curiosity is why western Kukri makers make the blade so thick? kukris from nepal have thinner blades which allows the blade to pass through the body more smoothly.
You have an amazing setup of tools, truly professional. Beautiful work sir!
Curious, how long is the process to make one of your Khukuri knives?
It depends on on khukuri and the strength but if made topical and original Nepali khukuri it takes almost a year
There were actually two, commissioned by Royalty, that are shown in the video. They had to be completed in time for a special event, so I got them done in around 4 weeks.
Very Very Very GooD
now thats a beautiful khukuri
Love from Nepal🇳🇵✌
Wonderful. What is the name of the tool for putting in the fuller that you used?
A fuller scraper, not trying to be funny but that is all I got for a name.
@@kevinr.cashen8544 lol. Thanks. Wonderful work btw. Love that kukri.
Symbol of Gurkha..Wawooo Amazing
I'm really in love with this knife!
Wow! That's beautiful. I have always wanted a kukri. I'll bet they are expensive. Maybe one day I will be able to afford one.
it depend on steel as we all know and its designs
Hey there Matt. No, it does not have to be very expensive, though it may depend a bit on how you view the phrase expensive. Ofc having a master bladesmith do the job will usually cost quite a lot. But there are a couple of homepages on the net who sell good blades too. Just stick to the ones that make traditional kukris and knows how to make a quality reproduction of the original military issues.. and you will be fine.
Lindo trabalho para quem tem recusos tecnologicos! Já vi,ao vivo,facas e similares, extremamente maravilhoos forjados a martelo e bigona...sem querer denegrie sua arte!
Outstanding khukri... keep it up Boss...
Kinda off subject, other than what you do with it, that massive anvil is almost as grand as the artful blades you make on it. How old and how heavy if I may ask?
The anvil is a 1907, 350# Fisher. It was a gift from Dr. Jim Lucie, world's leading Scagel authority, bladesmith, physician and dear friend who is very missed.
Why fuller groove on kukri? Something to do with blood flows?
Beautiful kukri and scabbard
That's beautiful!! Does the blade need to be warm when going into the high temperature salt? I've thought about getting a salt unit but honestly I'm a little scared of them.
The blade needs to be completely dry and clean of any volatile residues, but not necessarily warm. Warming can help burn off moisture. If moisture is introduced to the salts it can be very dangerous.