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yipchoy

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Hi Folks,
having been inspired by the Khukuri and the culture that surrounds it, I would like to create a charcoal montage of images that relate to the forging of the blade. I have gone through the web (Google) and collected as much photographic reference that I could but would still like a bit more that may be floating around in the collective resource of this forum. I am looking for dramatic images of Nepalese Water buffalo, a Satisal tree (I was only able to find one on Google), or failing that, any other type of tree which is used for handle material, Kami's at work ( I found some on Google but more is always better), if I can get high res photos of the Bighorka Smiths, that would be great (the photos on the HI website are by necessity low res). I found a turn of the century rusted out Mercedes Benz (for the leaf spring/blade material), someone made a comment about the springs coming from old Mercedes vehicles and I'm not sure whether it was tongue in cheek or not, but if you have an image that relates more closely to the blade material, I would greatly appreciate it. Also suggestions as to what blade model would serve as a generic representation of Khukuris in general.
All the best,
Alan
 
Yup, it's the trucks they desire.
Then Volvo's (trucks again) and then japanese import cars.

I think pretty much in that order if memory serves which it usually don't.
 
I believe that the scientific name of satisal wood is Dalbergia Latifolia (also Amerimnon latifolium). You can find photos and information by doing a web search for "Dalbergia Latifolia". I got 60,000 hits when I did a Google search just now. It's a kind of rosewood.

For example: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dalbergia_latifolia

As for "what blade model would serve as a generic representation of Khukuris in general," if your purpose is to make a charcoal montage it's really an artistic choice. Historically there are military blades and choppers, but most khukuris are multi-functional. If you limit yourself to HI models you can't go wrong with an M43, a WWII, or a Sirupati. A dozen other models would be just as good for an artistic rendition.
 
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I'd look at some of the more traditional multi-fullered models too, like the Yek Chirra, Dui Chirra, and Tin Chirra, and maybe something like a Hanshee. Just my 2-cents.
 
Sounds like a great project. Make sure you share lots of pictures of the development phase. Many of us love to see works in progress of all sorts and I think this would be a fun one to see come to fruition.
 
Cool project. They probably use Tata truck springs more than anything nowadays. Seems there's more of them around Nepal than Merc's. That should be fun to draw. They are usually pretty ornate from what I have seen.
 
Hi Folks,
please forgive the double post, but I would like to know how to post an image in this thread. I have finished the charcoal montage which I am calling "Birth of a Khukuri" and would like to post the image as promised. I have submitted the same question on the "Photos" section but cannot seem to find the "Photos" section. I clicked the "insert Image" button in the Quick Reply area but I just get a dialog box asking for an URL???. I'm accustomed to just navigating to the image folder when prompted to do so by Outlook when I send e-mails, so the URL thing is throwing me. Any help with this will be greatly appreciated.
Alan
 
Hi Folks,
since I've seemed to figure out how to post images to the thread, here goes. This is probably a double post and I apologize up front. As promised, I would like to submit my charcoal montage titled "The Birth of a Khukuri.

All the best,
Alan
 
Way way cool! If you makes copies, please add me to the order list.
 
Wow! That is awesome! Fitting to have Bura doing what he does best. Id put that on my wall anyday:thumbup: You are talented!
 
Alan, I think you've made a statement. I am taken by the stance of the kami and the angle his head is inclined. Viewing from atop the kami and "looking down his nose" (literally) gives me a sense of intense concentration on the blade in the fire. I get that way at my own forge and the visitors standing around no longer exist for a few moments.......very cool, dude. Thanks.
 
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