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Meet the Maker | Hephaestus at Everest Forge

Meet the Maker – The Hephaestus of Everest Forge

At Everest Forge, every blade we create carries a soul — not just of the warrior who wields it, but of the blacksmith who shapes it. Behind each sword, kukri, machete, or axe lies a story written in fire, hammered in tradition, and refined through years of dedication. Our makers are more than craftsmen — they are modern-day Hephaestuses, keepers of ancient skills reborn with purpose.

A Legacy Forged in Flame

Our forge is rooted in generations of Nepalese blacksmithing. Techniques are not taught from books but inherited through experience — through burnt knuckles, calloused palms, and the steady rhythm of hammer on glowing steel. Each maker at Everest Forge carries the responsibility of that heritage — transforming raw 5160 spring steel (truck leaf springs) into blades that are as functional as they are enduring.

Forged by Hand, Perfected by Skill

At Everest Forge, we trust in human hands — not machines.

From the first spark to the final polish, each blade is individually hand-forged and shaped with precision. Whether it’s full-tang construction, balanced edge tempering, or a finely honed tip, these features don’t come from automation — they come from mastery. Every kukri, sword, or survival knife is crafted to function in the real world — not just for looks, but for life.

Beyond the Khukuri – Expanding the Art of the Forge

While the khukuri remains central to our roots, our bladesmiths now shape a much wider range of functional weaponry and tools:

  • Historical Swords
  • Tactical & Combat Daggers
  • Survival Machetes
  • Bushcraft & Hunting Knives
  • Heavy-duty Camp Cleavers
  • Hand-Forged Functional Axes

Each piece is a balance of tradition and innovation, where timeless forging techniques meet modern utility.

Custom Forging – Your Vision in Steel

Every warrior has a different mission — and a different blade. That’s why we offer custom forging: fully personalized blades built to your design, your purpose, your vision. Whether you're after a historical replica, a functional field knife, or a one-of-a-kind concept piece, our master smiths will bring it to life — forged by hand, guided by passion.

Built to Perform, Forged to Endure

Our blades aren’t made to sit on a shelf. They’re made to cut, chop, endure, and defend. Each knife, sword, or kukri is tested for strength, sharpness, and field performance — trusted by collectors, outdoorsmen, martial artists, bushcrafters, and professionals alike.

When you hold a blade from Everest Forge, you're not just holding forged steel — you're holding a legacy.

Meet Our Master Blacksmiths

These are the skilled artisans behind every blade at Everest Forge — masters of the forge, polishers of steel, and guardians of tradition. Their hands turn raw metal into legacy.

Gopal Dural – Master smith/Quality control
Gopal Dural
Master smith / Quality control
Rajesh Barailli – Master smith/Quality control
Rajesh Barailli
Master smith / Quality control
Pardip Sapkota – Master smith/Quality control
Pardip Sapkota
Master smith / Quality control
Ramesh Gajmer – Master smith/Quality control
Ramesh Gajmer
Master smith / Quality control
Dhanendra Kalikote – Master smith
Dhanendra Kalikote
Master smith
Arjun Baraili – Master smith
Arjun Baraili
Master smith
Amrit Bishwokarma – Master smith
Amrit Bishwokarma
Master smith
Kumar Dural – Master smith
Kumar Dural
Master smith
Santosh Rasaili – Sharpening, grinding, and polishing
Santosh Rasaili
Sharpening, grinding, and polishing
Abinash Bogati – Scabbard/Sheath Maker
Abinash Bogati
Scabbard / Sheath Maker