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Well, fast service as always from Uncle Bill and Yangdu.
The Garud khuk that i snagged off the DOTD just got here
I dunno whether it is the face of Garud on the handle or the blade itself, but this sucker seems so alive. Not alive like a kobra that can change directions in a blink of the eye, but this gives off the vibe that this thing really truly is alive. The eyes are glassy, but not dead. The face is serious, but not threatening nor cheesy. The handle is surprisingly comfortable for me to hold with a firm grip. It might not be the best for you guys with over-sized paws, but then again this Garud wasn't made for you
The open claws of the carving kind of lock in around my little finger as i swing it...and swing it I did.
This knife is not going to be the workhorse that my AK bowie or trusty ol WWII is, but it better be able to earn it's keep or i'll shelve it away as a dusty heirloom that my grandkids can fight over when i'm gone. So, to test it out I took the Garud out to the warehouse and proceeded to hack thru 3 treated 2X12s. Kumar did not sharpen this one to a razors edge (as usual and my only real gripe with his work), but it performed flawlessly. Handle is rock solid and the carving is still perfect. The blade is perfectly formed and did not suffer a ripple, wave, or dent. This is a special one in my collection.
So special, in fact, that I have named it already. I call it Tadhg in honor of Tadhg Mor O'Ceallaigh my ancestor that fought "like a wolf dog" at the battle of Clontarf in 1014 AD. When he fell a great beast rose from the water and protected his body until his comrads could retrieve it. This beast had the head of fox, the chest of an elephant, the mane of a horse, the forelegs of an eagle, the body and hind legs of a hound, and the tail of a lion. This was such a special event to my tribal clan that the creature still graces the coat of arms of every Kelley, Kelly, O'Kelly, etc to this day.
This beast isn't exactly what the Garud looks like, but i think the idea holds true.
A very cool blade, indeed Thank you so much Uncle Bill and Yangdu. And a big thank you goes out to Kumar (my main man) and whomever did this carving. i will use this blade to tell my grandkids the history of our people as they fought against and vanquished the Viking invaders.
Jake
The Garud khuk that i snagged off the DOTD just got here
I dunno whether it is the face of Garud on the handle or the blade itself, but this sucker seems so alive. Not alive like a kobra that can change directions in a blink of the eye, but this gives off the vibe that this thing really truly is alive. The eyes are glassy, but not dead. The face is serious, but not threatening nor cheesy. The handle is surprisingly comfortable for me to hold with a firm grip. It might not be the best for you guys with over-sized paws, but then again this Garud wasn't made for you The open claws of the carving kind of lock in around my little finger as i swing it...and swing it I did.This knife is not going to be the workhorse that my AK bowie or trusty ol WWII is, but it better be able to earn it's keep or i'll shelve it away as a dusty heirloom that my grandkids can fight over when i'm gone. So, to test it out I took the Garud out to the warehouse and proceeded to hack thru 3 treated 2X12s. Kumar did not sharpen this one to a razors edge (as usual and my only real gripe with his work), but it performed flawlessly. Handle is rock solid and the carving is still perfect. The blade is perfectly formed and did not suffer a ripple, wave, or dent. This is a special one in my collection.
So special, in fact, that I have named it already. I call it Tadhg in honor of Tadhg Mor O'Ceallaigh my ancestor that fought "like a wolf dog" at the battle of Clontarf in 1014 AD. When he fell a great beast rose from the water and protected his body until his comrads could retrieve it. This beast had the head of fox, the chest of an elephant, the mane of a horse, the forelegs of an eagle, the body and hind legs of a hound, and the tail of a lion. This was such a special event to my tribal clan that the creature still graces the coat of arms of every Kelley, Kelly, O'Kelly, etc to this day.
This beast isn't exactly what the Garud looks like, but i think the idea holds true.
A very cool blade, indeed
Thank you so much Uncle Bill and Yangdu. And a big thank you goes out to Kumar (my main man) and whomever did this carving. i will use this blade to tell my grandkids the history of our people as they fought against and vanquished the Viking invaders.Jake
