About Everest Forge — Hand-Forged Blades from Kathmandu, Nepal
Everest Forge is a forging house based in Kathmandu, Nepal. We produce hand-forged swords, kukris, machetes, daggers, knives, axes, and spears — every piece made by hand by skilled blacksmiths using 5160 high carbon steel, oil tempered and individually tested before it ships. We have been selling blades internationally since 2010. We ship to the USA, UK, Australia, Canada, Europe, and most international destinations using DHL Express with full tracking on every order.
Everest Forge — Made by Hand in Nepal
Browse Our Full Range of Hand-Forged Blades
Every blade on our site is made to order in Kathmandu, Nepal — forged, heat treated, fitted, and tested by the blacksmiths on our team. Select your blade, choose your options, and we forge it for you.
Shop All Blades → Request Custom Forge →Where It Started — 2010, eBay, and the Kukri
Everest Forge began in 2010 with a single blade type and a single sales channel. We started selling traditional Nepali kukris on eBay — handmade in Kathmandu by blacksmiths who had been forging the blade for generations. The kukri is not just Nepal's most recognised blade. It is one of the most practically designed cutting tools ever developed — the forward curve and belly geometry delivering chopping power that a straight blade cannot match, in a form that has been refined over centuries of real-world use.
What became clear early was that buyers were not looking for decorative pieces. They wanted real, working blades — made with the same techniques and the same materials that gave the kukri its reputation among those who carried and used it seriously. That understanding has shaped every decision we have made since.
How the Forge Has Grown
From kukris, we expanded our range as the capability and confidence of our forge team grew. Our blacksmiths began forging historical and battle-ready swords — Viking, Roman, medieval, and fantasy designs for collectors and martial artists worldwide. We added survival and jungle machetes for outdoor and bushcraft buyers, tactical and historical daggers, bushcraft and hunting knives, hand-forged axes, and hunting spears.
Each expansion was driven by the same principle — if we could not make it properly, we would not make it at all. Every blade type we added to our range was forged, tested, and refined until our smiths were satisfied that it met the same standard as the kukris that started the forge. To understand the complete forging process behind every blade we produce, read our full guide on The Making.
The Forge Today
Today Everest Forge is a team of master blacksmiths, quality control specialists, sharpening experts, and scabbard makers working in our forge in Kathmandu. Every blade is made to order — forged specifically for the buyer after the order is placed, not picked from a warehouse shelf. Blade finish, handle material, blade length, scabbard style, and personalisation are all selected by the buyer on the product page before the blade enters production.
We use 5160 high carbon spring steel on every blade — a material chosen for its toughness, shock resistance, flexibility, and edge retention. Every blade is oil tempered by hand, full tang throughout, and tested through real cuts before it is approved for shipping. For buyers who want something outside our standard range, our Custom Forge service allows a blade to be commissioned and built entirely to specification — from a historical replica to a completely original design. To understand exactly what happens after you place your order, read our After You Order guide.
Free Personalisation on Every Blade
Every blade at Everest Forge can be personalised at no extra cost. A name, initials, a date, a message, a symbol, or a custom logo — engraved permanently by hand into the steel, guard, pommel, or scabbard at the finishing stage. This is available on every product in our range, selected directly on the product page before ordering. For buyers who want to upload a custom image or logo for engraving, that option is also available through the file upload tool on every product page.
Our Commitment to Our Blacksmiths
Everest Forge was built on the skill of our blacksmiths. Every blade we have ever sold was made possible by their craft, their experience, and their dedication to work they have spent their lives learning. We believe they deserve to be paid fairly, to work safely, and to benefit from the growth of the business they are building with us.
Our Forging the Future initiative contributes an additional $10 from every order directly toward the education of blacksmith children in Kathmandu. Our smiths are named individuals — not anonymous workers — credited as the makers they are on our Meet the Maker page.
Everest Forge — The People Behind the Blades
Meet the Blacksmiths Who Make Every Blade
Every blade at Everest Forge was made by named, skilled blacksmiths in Kathmandu, Nepal. Meet the team — master smiths, sharpening specialists, and scabbard makers — behind every blade we ship worldwide.
Meet the Makers → Forging the Future → Our Values & Vision →Our Promise to Every Buyer
Buying a hand-forged blade from Nepal requires trust — you are ordering something from the other side of the world that does not yet exist, waiting for it to be made, and trusting it will arrive as described. We take that trust seriously.
Before any custom or personalised blade ships, photos and a short video are sent to the buyer for approval. Every blade is shipped with full DHL Express tracking from Kathmandu. And if you are not completely satisfied when your blade arrives, we offer a full refund or free replacement — no conditions, no back and forth. For full details, visit our Our Promise page. For guidance on legal and import requirements in your country, visit our Legal & Import Guide.
Everest Forge — Hand-Forged in Nepal Since 2010
Ready to Own a Blade Built This Way?
Browse our full range of hand-forged swords, kukris, machetes, daggers, knives, and spears — or submit a custom forge request and our smiths will build your exact vision from scratch.
Shop All Blades → Request Custom Forge → How They Are Made →Explore More About Everest Forge
> The Making | How Every Blade is Hand-Forged in Nepal
> Our Craftsmanship | The Art of Hand-Forged Blades
> Meet the Maker | The Blacksmiths of Everest Forge
> Why Choose Us? | Quality Blades, Master Craftsmanship
> Our Values & Vision | Forging a Legacy for Legends
> Forging the Future | Empowering Blacksmiths and Communities
> Our Process | From Sketch to 5-Star Reviews
> Our Promise | Guarantee, Warranty & Returns
> Legal & Import Guide | Know Before You Order
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Everest Forge start?
Everest Forge began in 2010, selling traditional Nepali kukris internationally through eBay. From that starting point we have grown into a full forging house producing swords, machetes, daggers, knives, axes, spears, and custom blades — all hand-forged in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Where is Everest Forge based?
Our forge is in Kathmandu, Nepal. Every blade is forged, finished, and shipped directly from our workshop in Kathmandu using DHL Express with full tracking worldwide.
Are Everest Forge blades handmade?
Yes — entirely. Every blade is hand-forged from raw steel billet to finished edge by our blacksmiths in Kathmandu. No machines do the shaping work. Read the complete process on our The Making page.
Can I personalise my blade?
Yes — free on every order. A name, initials, date, message, symbol, or custom logo can be engraved permanently into the blade, guard, pommel, or scabbard. Personalisation is selected directly on the product page before ordering.
What is your satisfaction guarantee?
If you are not completely satisfied when your blade arrives, we offer a full refund or replacement — no questions asked. Full details are on our Our Promise page.
Does Everest Forge ship worldwide?
Yes. We ship to the USA, UK, Australia, Canada, Europe, and most international destinations using DHL Express with full tracking from dispatch. Check our Legal & Import Guide for country-specific import information before ordering.
What is the Forging the Future initiative?
An additional $10 from every Everest Forge order goes directly toward the education of blacksmith children in Kathmandu, Nepal. We also ensure fair wages, safe working conditions, and long-term employment for every member of our forge team. Read more on our Forging the Future page.