World's Rarest Knife Collection - Kevin's Kit [PART 1]
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- čas přidán 7. 04. 2024
- 17 years ago, ex-chef Kevin Kent picked up his first Japanese knife, sparking an obsession that spiraled into half a dozen retail stores, two documentaries, a book, and hundreds and hundreds of sharp things squirreled away that until now have been unseen by the general public.
We've been asking Kevin for years to do a video of his knife collection and finally, the time has come! We're starting with some stories of familiar favorites, classic blacksmiths (some of which are now retired), and a couple dubious forays into Kevin's own blacksmithing.
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If this series is in 20 parts to accommodate Kevin's collection, I am here for it
There's gonna be so many 😅
I love his enthusiasm for his knives; it makes me feel less self conscious about how much I love the ones I have from you folks. (His story about sleeping beside one knife resonates with me. I was so in love with my Masakage Zero when I first acquired it, that I didn't want to let it out of my sight.)
I'm glad you love your knives too!
That was a very interesting one. So many treasures.
Nice to meet you Kevin!
I love the shirt. ❤
Thank you so much!
It is great fun to down memory lane with Kevin!
Thanks Grant!
Hello Kevin. So, when are you writing a book on Japanese knives? Knife nerds like me would love to learn about shapes, why they are shaped the way they are, the type of steel and metals used, how to sharpen them, and hopefully profile the blacksmiths and knife makers that you are so enamored with. Your passion for Japanese knives is infectious and has fueled my own interest to a much greater height... thanks so much.
Thank you for your input! We're writing a second edition of the book 'The Knifenerd Guide to Japanese Knives', which does include much of that info, but we'll be sure to dive deeper into those topics in the new edition!
knifewear.com/products/the-knifenerd-guide-to-japanese-knives
@@KnifewearKnives Hello! I had no idea that you had already written a book. My apologies - and I am gong to see if I can find one - and I will definitely look to order up the second edition. Thanks again. M
Great!!! Video of Kevin's knives and back story. Just imagining being around the actual blacksmiths and the generations of history in forging knives is awesome. Looking forward to part 2.
It’s about time, I’ve been looking forward to this, and curious how many parts this will be split into. Looking forward to part two 😊
Glad to hear it! There's gonna be a few...
Really enjoyed you looking at your treasures through new eyes. Christmas in April.😊. Knifewear is an awesome company. I’m glad you fell in love with Japanese knives many years ago and shared that passion with the rest of us!🙂
Thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Glad to hear I'm not the only one who sleeps with my knives.
This was AWESOME!!!!! I look forward to part 2
Coming soon!
Super duper! Really enjoyed hearing the stories behind these knives and am looking forward to the next part!
Coming soon!
That old Takeda suji 😍
Right??
Wow this guy has a great personality
I love this series!
Thank you Kevin!
Thank you, Kevin. That was very entertaining.
Yesssss I've been waiting for this moment :D
Today I read about several of these stories in your book, which I have had for a week in Poland. Together with some friends, we ordered 9 pieces and everyone has their own copy today. Thank you Kevin for such a great read.
I am tickled pink to be watching this, especially because I appear to have a sibling to the knife featured at the end. It's a shorter version (Santoku) of the Masakage Kujira by Ken Kaguera. Love it!
Woah, that's awesome! You're lucky to have got one!
Super cool vidéo thanks 🙏
How many seasons are we going to get, with how many episodes per season?
Hahaha at least a miniseries 😂
Great video and interesting collection😎 also when are we getting a Nolan part 2 video?😁
Soon, I promise!
Incredible passion you have Kevin!
We need a 3 hour version
Just noticed it's part one !!!!!
We have several more coming soon!
Thoughts on opening a location in Maine?!
Good question! We're focused on Canadian shops for the moment, but we'll see!
What about France ?! 😊
@@KnifewearKnives Where's the best place for information on starting a franchise?
@@jotilted77 No plans to franchise yet, sadly!
NEXT MONTH?!?
Даже в России есть ножи, купленные у вас! :) Прекрасный магазин, прекрасны сервис. Спасибо.
BTW, that deba looks like unagisaki hocho.
Thank you so much!
nice shirt :D
also, knife set goals, hoooly
Thanks buddy!
Absolutely awesome video I love these, and an equally awesome shirt. So happy to support your company.
Thank you so much!
Big fan of the company and knife i bought... but that shirt just made me a proper loyal customer :)
Awe thanks buddy!
Such a cool collection, really makes me to invest in more knives! Also mad respect with your t-shirt
Thank you!
I want a shirt too can I get one ❤
You can grab one here!
www.littleghostsbooks.com/product/protect-trans-kids-shirt-black-w-knife-/882?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false
I like y'all's videos and knives, but the pronunciation pains me lol. Hoe-ness-ki, not Hawn-uh-sue-key. I've noticed that everyone at this company does this for some reason?
Ok sir, I love that shirt. ❤ where can I get one?
Right here!
www.littleghostsbooks.com/s/search?q=Protect%20trans%20kids
@12:40 That Damascus Gyuto: 聖作 As your site mentions, it says "Masashi Saku". 别誂 means bespoke/custom/special order I think.
Thank you!