Quillon Dagger Design by Kevin R. Cashen, Master Smith @americanbladesmith

Uploaded November 2013 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

Master Smith Kevin R. Cashen describes key factors and considerations in the design of a forged Quillon Dagger. This video was filmed at the 2013 ABS California Hammer-In in Tulare, California and is Part 1 of 3. Part 2 is entitled "Forging a Quillon Dagger" and Part 3 is "Quillon Dagger Requirements for ABS Master Smith Rating". For more information on bladesmithing techniques please visit the American Bladesmith Society Website and Forum at americanbladesmith.com

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