The Kailash Pensioner Kukri Review. A near perfect (ghurka) khukri?
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- čas přidán 21. 08. 2024
- For those of us looking for our new favorite EDC (EDK) Kukri. The Kailash Pensioner Khukri is just about perfect. Made in Nepal out of 5160 Carbon steel with a hidden tang, this is one of the lightest and stoutest kukri blades I've ever had the honor of beating on wood with. Also if I said 5150 steel in the video, I misspoke it's 5160- no one's perfect. Not even CZcamsrs. In this video internet art film I compare the Kailash to other popular and not popular kukris like: the Zombie Tools Vakra, the Kailash Scourge, the BudK Indian cheapie, and the popular Himalayan Imports Leaded Kukri. Check out Kailash's website below where they make all kinds of practical and slightly fantastical Kukris, bowies, machetes, and large bladed lawn swords. Orders take about a few weeks or a month or two to produce, and they're shipped from Nepal.
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Some Notes:
Gentleman's Corrosion is going on the website somewhere and no you will not receive royalties
The big log batoning is hectic but totally safe for the blade and gets the stamp of approval. With this said though the 2 handed grip/ embedded log chopping that's up right after the patreon is truly asking for it a with a rat tail.
In this configuration all the force of the swing is concentrated onto the transition between tang and blade (the weakest part), with the larger blade and handle giving a lot of leverage. More force is going through that area than the actual log. If you need to do this try and do it with as loose a grip as possible when the log actually impacts so the weight of the knife drives itself through. Everything shown in this video is actually currently covered under warranty though, but getting a new knife forged and shipped out is a pain in the arse and better avoided.
Alternatively get a full tang version and Release the Beast
All in all though an awesome review. Thorough, informative and funny. Really excited to see what you think of Scourge Anniversary.
Cheers!
Andrew and the team at Kailash
I fixed the steel mistake in the comments and subtitles, before the video was released. It was something I caught after upload. Oopsie!
I wouldn’t recommend doing anything I do really in this video. It is more for entertainment than for purpose. I was kinda asking for it with a rat tail tang anyway. Thanks again man- I really love the Pensioner- and will treat it more like a machete in actual use. I just don’t have a lot of branches or bamboo I can hack off around here.
This channel is, criminally, underrated. I'd never want a kukri, and, yet, he I am watching.
Get several- you’ll make new friends!
SERIOUSLY....one of the best knife channel's on the Tube....don't get me wrong, I like Nick, Birdshot, LTK..... but they have no production value.... This is Comedy and Product Review....he is in a WHOLE OTHER LEAGUE 💯💯💯💯💯
@@AdvancedKnifeBro you are funny as haha
This seems pretty robust for a pensioner. Most pensioners I’ve known die after one or two strikes with a log.
I almost answered this seriously.
Haha
kailash blades would like to state that this comment doesn't reflect the company's values
lmao nah nice one boss. This knife has been out for 2 years and that's a new one
@@kailashblades , I believe it was a joke pension is what elderly people receive monthly for retirement so a pensioner would be a senior citizen or elderly person they cannot take log strike to well. LOL !!!
@@jimboethefirst7418 yeah I think he got it.
Loved the batoning with a giant stump.🤣 I'm guaranteed to get a laugh whenever you post a video. 👍
I have to find new ways to make it interesting!
Advanced Knife Bro
-> SUCCESS ‼️
Trying to figure out a way to work "Patinas are the gentleman's corrosion." into my daily conversations.
Good luck!
The insect perching on your kukri was a nice artistic flair, Mr. AdvancedKnifeBro. And thank you for your batoning demonstrations that help me feel better about myself.
That’s what they’re there for!
This is some of the best batoning I've ever seen... you sir, are truly a pro!
Thanks dude!
You are the og of cutlery comedy. Keep being a beer drinking madman!
I will!
Why is it so satisfying watching another man beat his wood?
It excites me just watching myself. Is there a name for this?
I frequently encounter the butt area during my wood beating sessions
That sounds like a very interesting technique.
“If you hit the butt area during the wood beating sessions.” 😂😂
The truth!
As per usual; an informative review; great descriptive content from a man who uses and loves kukris like no other man on Gods earth.
Thank you for sharing your beautiful kukris with us, I think I'm falling for your kukri
I did not wake up this morning thinking I would hear a Whitney Houston reference in a kukri video. You are an evil genius.
“Hallelujah it’s a dangler!” is a phrase I’ve never heard. 😞
"You're never alone if you have your kukri" never have truer words been spoken. Also, that's a very pretty blade.
If offered, would you become the spokesman for a knife-centric cereal? "I'M KOOKY FOR KUKRI PUFFS!'
Yes. Do you have a sponsorship lined up? Also what’s your cut, in marshmallows. Separating those takes time.
Sword swallowing is easy; kukri swallowing, not so much.
Is this a Peyronie's Disease reference?
Great review and funny! I love the performance of the pensioner. What grind does your blade have?
Im a new subscriber. Love the sarcasm and humor. I'm currently on a large, fixed blade knife/machete kick, and stumbled onto the Kukri. I tried ordering a BSI #2 Kukri from one of the top shops in Nepal, but I'm not sure if the order went thru. Anyway, I happened on the Kailash Knives site, and I think the Pensioner is calling my name. I'll be ordering it as soon as my credit card is cool to the touch.
You’re the most entertaining reviewer by far!!!
Forgot how much I fucking love your videos. I always appreciate the self aware hilarious dad humour (plus gigantic knives)
Thanks man!
Love kukris. I finally got a hymalaian imports and after it taking 4 months to get it to me it had the wrong handle so pretty disapointing. Compared to my ex gurka kukri house there was little differnce in fit and finish but a huge differnce in price. Hymalain imports was twice what i paid for the egkh. Great vid.
Sorry to hear you've had a rough experience with some of these Nepalese makers. If you send me an email at customdesign@kailashblades.com and let me know a bit more about the handle issues you were having potentially we can sort you out with a khukuri that's your holy grail.
Take care,
Andrew
That stump scene with the two handed batoning approach 😂🤣🤣✨👌🏼. I baby my knives and I can always count you to make me feel better about actually using them ... I always think, “advanced knife bro would Baton the heck out of this right now and I’m worried about flipping my flippers too much without a lock bar insert.” Thanks for the major content - this is more than just a review, it’s a dive into the knife world, head first with no looking back. If you’re here, you’re a knife nut.
That 10:57 off-camera look of "are the neighbors watchin'?" or "is the wife mirin'?" Thanks for this Friday morning content AKB.
That’s exactly what that was!
"ey, look at dis shit: *splits wood"*
I've been looking for a good log splitter the ease you had in this video has me sold I'll probably buy 4
Did you say 5150 ???? That’s awesome !!
Great Vid .
I posted “ My First Kukri from the Khukuri House - from Nepal “ , and someone commented “ That’s not a real Kukri. It’s too modern “.
Dude ????
I can’t win .
“i can baton anything” is a statement i’d normally doubt but i must say you’ve proven it
Another pensioner I just can’t keep my hands off
Thank goodness for this vidya! I was suffering from Kukri withdrawal. #KukriNation
I'm sure you could fix the "edgy" bits using "gentle persuasion" with a dremel and some sand paper. 😀. It's what I did with my cudeman mt5 I love. Also I think full tang is overrated. I have a few banged up Mora knives that will attest for that.
Oh and your chopping at the end of the vid. 😋 I look forward to the comments. 🤣
Pssssshhhh you call that a baton, back in my day we used to baton with a whole tree and we were blindfolded. You woose. Man liked the video can wait to see the vid on the next one. Keep it up.
BudK = KSO (khukuri shaped objects). That being said, after reprofiling the blade I really like mine! But I own a Kailash Panawal and have another one on order.
There is so much win in this video! Hahaha! Thanks for what you do and how you do it! Big thumbs up!
Well, I had a “chocolate chip kukri” comment locked and loaded until about halfway through the video, where you murdered the cookie-kukri comparison.
(He stamps off all mad, muttering about batoning elbow and swinging danglers)
hey I appreciate the shout out man!!!!!! " the guys who read wikipedia pages and have a khukuri in their butt"
I love your video almost as much I love my custom Falo.
08:34 I lost it when the log came out! LOL
I love that you put both Imperial and metric units in dimensions.
I bet those bathroom kukri conversations are a blast.
0:45 after reading that comment about a dozen times I've come to the conclusion that the guy has never used a kukri in his life.
It literally makes no sense. If we’re getting technical- an axe head is kind of similar to what he’s describing as a problem with a kukri.
@@AdvancedKnifeBro I don't even know what an axe is. I just use my taekwando training. 😏😏
@@AdvancedKnifeBro Kukris are the best for tight spaces too where you can't fully extend or use a longer blade.
I have a cold steel knock off kukri and it cuts through everything, even tension.
I dont even like kukris...but ill watch any video you make brother!!
The larger batton thing was hilarious.
We call those stumps.
I've got a few kukris and they are the best choppers imo. I like the stacked leather handle on that one. I really dislike the ridge they use on most traditional kukris handles.
Totally agree
Some people go nuts for the little ridge. I think occasionally it lines up very well with someone's hand but they're a liability for most people
Still no safety glasses,,, at least you'll look badass with an eye patch. It also makes Halloween an easy pirate decision. Arrggg!
You’re fighting an uphill battle- know how long I’ve been doing this channel?
@Advanced Knife Bro, Hey bro, love your reviews,big fan.
I am thinking about ordering a custom kailash and wondered about the bladeshapes of the scourge vs. the pensioner. What would be your take on cutting performance, bladeangle, weight to size evt. The Belly of the scourge seems overexaggerated , but maybe it just cuts better because of it🤷 I for sure as shit would appreciate your twocents here, but your opinion will also do. Greetings from the alps.
I like the scourge anniversary a bit better in the performance grind. I however prefer these for chopping more than cutting.
If you're looking for a big powerful and comfy chopper then the scourge anniversary wins hand down. However the pensioner is a lot lighter and is better suited to fine work and longer days doing lighter chopping periodically. Definitely better for a fighter too.
The Khukuri was specifically designed for close combat to kill the enemy in Nepal, but nowadays it has been commercialized around the world which is a good thing.
Best battoning ever. Period. Done.
Seriously you need to get a kabar bk21 Reinhardt kukuri, the sheath is pants but the blade rocks.
*SLIPJOINTS*! 🤣 @8:34 on is one of the finest wood batoning demonstrations on these here interwebz.
You excel in your craft beyond our way of recognition and apritiation. Good job Sir.
"Slipjoints!" I about died.
How is that logging company sponsorship going...sell out! Still loved the video
Not so well. Apparently you need to split the wood in a timely manner- to qualify for affiliate logs.
@@AdvancedKnifeBro well you can't complain about broken battons or they won't send you anymore logs to review
Why the rest of us who are not famous youtubers have to buy our logs and stick battons
Man, you make it all look so easy 😎
I did get a new kukri this week! The Ka-Bar. No joke. It's also my first kukri.
As a "top fan" who has been to Nepal, it's supposed to worn in a cross draw fashion. You're welcome keyboard ninjas.
i don't even care which knife your videos are about. just plain fun
I want to chop with some Kukri that loves me.
3:57 " you're not getting a kukri cutter " haha
Ha. So long as you know it's not a "blood groove", that's good enough for me! :D
Great review!
AKB asking to see another chap’s chopper in a restroom is for sure a fun way to make friends, but I doubt you get much kukri action. I need to put a bigger handle on mine but lack suitable skill and talent. The blade is a beauty though. The shape just makes work easier.
Man khukuris look really good with a stacked leather handle.
Yep!
cheers boss
Wow really amazing review!!! :D
Great review....who doesn’t want one of these big ones. Much better value for the money. My only concern is taking it to town, to dinner, or a birthday party.
It isn’t out of place at a Chuck E Cheese
Advanced Knife Bro...you might have a point. It’s been a very long time since I was at a Chucky Cheese, but I do remember there were a lot of scary animals.
Do you have any good recommendations for a nice rectum sheath? If it is kydex, a drain hole is necessary.
Yet again, TRUE kukri art‼️
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽‼️
pheeeewie! you gave that knife (& wood) a whuppin! You should have a health warning - I laughed so hard i nearly had a biological imperative.
These Kailash blades perform really nicely! I've seen Skallagrim's review as well and I am impressed.
I almost wanted to buy a Windlass Kukri, lol. Glad I found Kailash Blades. They are really promising. (But I will also want to buy something from Zombie Tools some day.)
Oh, and since you mentioned that it's shaving sharp, I assume it's the performance grind. Correct?
This was standard grind... I have the performance on my Scourge anniversary and my Dui Chirra from them
@@AdvancedKnifeBro Oh I see. I didn't expect the standard grind to be this sharp, to be honest.
@@fransthefox9682 Because our heat treat is more advanced we can grind all our knives thinner for the same amount of durability. Shaving is a must. If you've got any questions or need some guidance, feel free to email customdesign@kailashblades.com and I'll do my best to help out.
Take care,
Andrew
@@kailashblades Thanks Andrew, awesome!
I am really enjoying your stuff man!! Please keep posting vids!!
I love kukris (kukreese?) and your sense of humour is awesome.
Some folks call it a sling blade, I call it a kaiser blade. Got a long wood handle kinda like an ax handle with a long blade on it shaped kinda like a banana.
The buttcap, for when you want to show mercy, so sayeth The Lynn (KBUH).
Amen.
I have a recommendation that will get the clicks of both tactical bros and kukri bros alike (including myself.) the KHHI battlemen fight n' field knife.
Nice Fuller you got there...It would be a shame, if someone would call it....a blood groove
haha classic
I feel like I've finally found home!
I love your khukuri videos
So . . . You get blood in a fuller. . . Its a blood groove. Right? Kinda hard to debate that. Lol
Enjoyed the vid Bro actually don't own a kukri definitely interested in getting something quality. Thanks for the post.
If you're after any more info or guidance on maybe pulling the pin on your fist khukuri just let me know. I can help out here in the comments of at info@kailashblades.com
Take care,
Andrew
How is the rat tail tang? Any issues. I have on from them but did a full tang handle. Bout to order another and not sure it's worth the extra cost. Just curious your thoughts
"If you encounter the butt area during your wood beating sessions" 🤣
This was a..... A..... A thing. Definitely a video. 😂😂😂
Loved it brother! Cheers.
" baton artist" so lucky you get to write this as your hobby and calling
You need a giant sling shot shaped stump so you can baton the handle and the tip of your Kukri at the same time!
That sounds would really help!
The batonning toward the end is truly next level, good work sir! Have you seen the wastelands short sword? I saw it on their site a couple of weeks back and now I can’t stop thinking about it
If I had money- and I don’t- I would totally buy it. I’ve really been tempted.
@@AdvancedKnifeBro We're at the end of the limited run on that one lads
Hit us up for a similar custom sometime though, maybe an official AKB stumpf*cker
That sounds real nice!
If you baton with a baton and bushcraft with busch beer in a busch league would you be bushwhacking?
When does the second channel “Advanced Baton Artistries (or Artisan)” launch? It might confuse some of those marching band color guard people out there, but hey more viewers.
wow nice kukris! my wife got me a K-Tact kukri last Christmas freaking love that thing CHOPCHOP CHOP!! :)
Chop chop!
i love your voice just subbed!!!
You change something about the audio recording? Sounds better on this video. Or maybe I'm having an auditory hallucination.
2 things- Very early morning recording- so I hadn’t been up long- and I sat a little closer to it this time.
Wondered if I was the only one
I loved your review! Had me laughing a little too loudly every here and there. I'm probably gonna order a western style sheath with the one I've chosen.
Is it real leather, though? It looked a bit like faux leather at first glance.
Keep 'm coming! I happily subscribed!
Hey there mate! Glad to see you went through with the order and cheers for the photos of you shaving your head with it haha. Buffalo leather does have that kind of look to it, on the surface but it's the real deal. Very tough stuff.
@@kailashblades hey!
Yeah, so am I... Very happy with it.
Next challenge, get the wife to do her bikini lining with it. 😁
Yeah, it's some purdy hardcore stuff that buffalo leather... Glad I chose it. I'm sure it'll last a lifetime if properly cared for.
Thanks for your message!
Chur
@@wasbeer77 Hell yeah! If you can manage that we'd love to put it on instagram. How's the situation in NZ going with the coronavirus? Seems like it's a lot more under control than it is in Australia
@@kailashblades Hahaha... Well, I'll see if she's game. 🤔
Yeah, it seems as if we're reaching the apex of the infection rate, but still anyone's guess, I suppose... You get back home to Oz okay?
@@wasbeer77 Barely, but yeah I made it. Almost got caught in brisbane as the state borders were shutting too. Been 2 weeks in quarantine with the girlfirend after 3 weeks of being in a campervan together. Cabin fever is a real thing I assure you! But today's my last day and I can get out on the bike tomorrow and hit up some bush for some solitude
Actually body fluids do count for oiling knives AKB! You can use the skin oil from your nose to oil up a blade ;) the more you know
thank you bro
When beating wood, smooth hands are preferred.
What grind did they put on it? They offer standard, heavy duty, and performance grinds.
Standard on this. The Scourge has a thinner performance grind
@@AdvancedKnifeBro Thanks man! That reassures me as I ordered the Regent Long Knife in standard. I am curious about their other grinds though. Was trimming my yard with a Condor Matagi and felt like I could really use a knife with Kailash's heavy duty grind assurance as I chipped away the edge on rocks.
The Gentleman’s Corrosion.
My kukris have a tendancy to get rather moist and always rust even with plenty lube. Know any solid stain resistant kukris other than the super tactical fox knives kukri?
Don’t know any stainless versions.
Only other fair priced and decent one I've found is the Zlatoust Djungli (Kukri), though made by the Russians and not the bros in Nepal
Batoning blue balls are gone now. Thanks!
I came for the kukri, I stayed for the comedy
I don’t know kukris, but I know what I hate.
And I don’t hate this.
God of batoning
"wood beating sessions"- lmao