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Post by The Levin Lance on Oct 15, 2020 1:49:57 GMT
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Post by Eric Bergeron on Oct 15, 2020 2:06:14 GMT
Looks amazing as always from the work he does.
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Post by pgandy on Oct 15, 2020 2:06:51 GMT
It appears to have character. The real test will be how will it handle? Looks great.
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Post by soulfromheart on Oct 15, 2020 6:17:29 GMT
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Post by The Levin Lance on Oct 15, 2020 6:58:59 GMT
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Post by randomnobody on Oct 15, 2020 8:21:05 GMT
I really like what they did with the furniture. Not too sure how I feel about the blade itself; I'm kinda "meh" on damascus in general but the pattern is clean enough. Can't tell how long it is, but it seems kinda short? Would like it better with deeper curve, but everything in this entire post is 100% subjective so it doesn't matter at all.  |
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Post by The Levin Lance on Oct 15, 2020 8:44:28 GMT
I really like what they did with the furniture. Not too sure how I feel about the blade itself; I'm kinda "meh" on damascus in general but the pattern is clean enough. Can't tell how long it is, but it seems kinda short? Would like it better with deeper curve, but everything in this entire post is 100% subjective so it doesn't matter at all. The furniture choice and decoration was a collaboration design between me and him. I wanted it to have the visual elements of Nepalese animals and mythology. If you notice, the Damascus pattern even has a tiger stripe quality to it. The blade is 28 inches long. The blade is based off an antique he actually owns from the Mid 1800's. |
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Post by The Levin Lance on Oct 15, 2020 8:46:46 GMT
That metal chape and guard !  And every element has a purpose and meaning to it. I will elaborate further when I have a little more time. |
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Post by soulfromheart on Oct 15, 2020 8:58:03 GMT
I am pretty sure I am seeing the Trident (Trishul) of Shiva at least. ^^
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Post by randomnobody on Oct 15, 2020 11:55:42 GMT
If you notice, the Damascus pattern even has a tiger stripe quality to it. I admit that's pretty much the one reason I do like this particular damascus.  Okay, so it's bigger than it looks. |
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Post by lebleuchevalier on Oct 15, 2020 12:01:08 GMT
I've been wondering why I haven't received an update from him in a few days on my piece, and it's because he has been finishing up that beautiful yataghan and this amazing piece. I really love the fittings. They have such character and they tell a story.
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Post by The Levin Lance on Oct 17, 2020 11:09:45 GMT
I am pretty sure I am seeing the Trident (Trishul) of Shiva at least. ^^ We got everything you would want! lol Trident of Shiva ( en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trishula ) A King Cobra - (Native to Nepal, Longest Venomous Snake) A Golden Eagle (Native to Nepal, one of the largest Eagles) A Lakhey (Nepalese Demon) Tiger pattern Damascus ( Self Explanatory) |
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Post by The Levin Lance on Oct 21, 2020 23:02:03 GMT
This came in today but I won't be able to take photos until tomorrow probably.
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Post by lebleuchevalier on Oct 22, 2020 0:35:32 GMT
OMG, I cannot wait to see more pics.
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Post by The Levin Lance on Oct 23, 2020 0:22:13 GMT
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Post by lebleuchevalier on Oct 23, 2020 0:25:37 GMT
God that hilt is incredible. How does it feel?
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Post by The Levin Lance on Oct 23, 2020 0:35:29 GMT
It feels great actually, The grip is not cramped but it's also not too long. It's pretty close to the Cold Steel Talwar grip length but perhaps slightly more roomy. This allows a lot more flexibility in wrist movements allowing you to actually fence with it easier.
The balance is about 4.5 inches in front of the guard. Weight is 2 lbs 1 oz.
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Post by lebleuchevalier on Oct 23, 2020 0:41:41 GMT
That's a great weight and a great POB!
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Post by The Levin Lance on Oct 23, 2020 0:46:30 GMT
That's a great weight and a great POB! It's interesting, Purna said that he hasn't actually made too many of these and never in damascus. But I will say if this is his first attempt then I can only imagine how nice they would be after he has a few more chances at them. Another thing of note is that it doesn't have an extreme amount of distal taper, it's very gradual. But the grind is so aggressive that it still ends up lightening it. I haven't grabbed the calipers yet but I would imagine it probably stars out at about 7mm, Half way about 5mm, And probably about 3mm an inch from the tip. |
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Post by Eric Bergeron on Oct 23, 2020 3:09:08 GMT
Looks fantastic in person Brother :) It will be interesting when he builds my custom scimitar/talwar I got a feeling he's going to use the same blade but I went with just 5160 blade steel instead of the damascus, will be interesting to see how they both compare.
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