Finally placed an order.

[Metalsmith]

So, after asking questions and waiting for funding I finally got off my butt and placed an order. I decided to get the following:
Chitlange - 14"
Guard?: No
Blade Finish: Polished $8
Tang Style: Rat Tail Tang
Hardware: Brass $9
Handle Material: Buffalo Horn $12
Handle Length: Medium (4.75")
Sheath: Traditional Dap
Sheath Colour: Black
Grind Type: Performance Grind
Additional Sheaths?: 1
Sheath: Western Leather $38
Sheath Colour: Black
×1 $212
Bhura - 3.5" Bhura - 3.5"
Blade Finish: Polished $4
Hardware: Brass $9
Handle Material: Buffalo Horn $10
Handle Size: Medium (4.25")
Sheath: Western Leather $12
Sheath Colour: Black
Grind Type: Performance Grind
Additional Sheaths?: No

Now I can't wait until they get a chance to start on the order.

 

[Kailash Blades]

Should be a great little combo! I'm a big fan of 14" length for lighter and straighter blades like this

 

[Metalsmith]

Couldn't help myself and added a Salyani to the order.

 

[Kailash Blades]

Nice! dipping a toe into the deep martial end too

 

[Metalsmith]

God, I hate waiting. I thought I was a patient man, but it would seem that I'm not. I hope the project starts this week.

 

[Kailash Blades]

Should be coming up on starting soon! maybe 6-10 days until hammers get swung but not sure how many days the guys are shut down for Tihar

 

[Metalsmith]

Thanks for the info.

 

[Bill_Melater]

God, I hate waiting. I thought I was a patient man, but it would seem that I'm not. I hope the project starts this week.

Always the worst part but it's well worth the wait!

 

[Metalsmith]

Always the worst part but it's well worth the wait!

Yes, beautiful blades.

 

[Metalsmith]

Ah, hopefully they are working on my blades and I'll get update pictures soon.

 

[Metalsmith]

First update!

https://flic.kr/p/2rETx2D

 

[Metalsmith]

Another update already!

https://flic.kr/p/2rFabic

 

[Kailash Blades]

Looking good! Most of the wait time is before the blade has entered into the forge queue. Once hammers start swinging, things tend to move pretty quickly

 

[Metalsmith]

Getting closer to being finished!

https://flic.kr/p/2rGaCes

 

[Metalsmith]

Btw, I would like to thank Mandip for working on my blades, they look wonderful. I saw what looks to be his mark on the chitlange. If I am mistaken I apologize and would love to know who is working on them.

 

[Kailash Blades]

Yep! that asterisk looking star is Mandip's mark. He's a fantastic smith and we're so lucky to have him on the team

 

[Caldey Cat]

Getting closer to being finished!

https://flic.kr/p/2rGaCes

More very nice work comming together beautifully. That Salyani looks stunning. The decoration running down the fuller looks crisp and deep. Very interesting looking piece. Impressive craftmanship. Im looking forward to seeing the finished products and sheathes. Thanks for posting.

 

[Metalsmith]

https://flic.kr/p/2rJXmb8

Just got the email with the sheath pics. Almost done!

 

[Caldey Cat]

https://flic.kr/p/2rJXmb8

Just got the email with the sheath pics. Almost done!

Those are all very nice pieces...but that Salyani is a true beauty. It looks like a very high quality piece from the past! The decorative carving on the handle...its stunning. Excellent choice of materials too. That horn with the steel fittings..so elegant. Im really impressed (jealous too TBH).

 

[Caldey Cat]

https://flic.kr/p/2rJXmb8

Just got the email with the sheath pics. Almost done!

If that was my order, I would be adding a Salyani style sheath for the Salyani. The leather "western" style is cool for carry and utility...but IMHO the overall quality, look and vibe, would be taken to next level,with a traditional sheath matching the kukri. Its such a good piece already. But the matching period style sheath would easily make it ito a "pass on" piece. (Pass on piece in the UK means something that you can keep in the family...after you)