Hand forged in Issue traditional military Kukri-kukuri-hunting & Su

Description: Handmade 2nd World War, traditional Military Gurkha Issue Kukri hunting & Survival khukuri-WW2 World version (15 inch Blade) This kukri is made by hand by expert kukri Bladesmiths in at Khukuri (Hira Khukuri Udyog, Dharan ) I know there are many kukri makers in and out of that make kukri knives of varying quality and price. Rest assured I will not sell garbage kukri knives. I will not sell display knives... I will only sell real working Kukri knives that are high quality and made from 5160 high carbon steel and hardened correctly. If you find a super cheap Kukri understand there is a good chance you are getting a display kukri and made with substandard materials and workmanship. -This is the “WW2 size kukri” (khukuri) that was carried by the Gurkha soldiers in WW2. Referred to as the “WW2” model. The Kukri was officially issued to Gurkhas in UK in WW2 upon completion of their selection and training. The khukuri (kukri) is a prized possession of all British Gurkha soldiers. It is carried by them throughout their army life and is a central part of the identity as warriors. They are inspected regularly by an officer, thier kukri is usually used during Parade and Duty. It has two pockets on the back of the scabbard that holds a blunt steel called “Karda and chakmak”. One is the sharpener which is used to care for the edge of the blade & the other is used for administrative tasks. The notch (kaudi) in the blade near the hilt of most khukuris was designed to keep blood from running down on your hand and making your grip slippery It also serves as a device for catching and neutralizing and enemy blade… pretty cool! -It has a beautiful 15 inch Blade ,Polished. Made of leaf springs from truck/vans/cars. Leaf spring is 5160 high Carbon Steal and Carefully balance tempered (which is one of the most important points) -It has a 5 inches “full tang” Handle made of buffalo horn. The way they were originally made for superior balance. -Blade width at the belly is approximately 2.48 inches or (63 Millimeters) -The Blade thickness in spine is between 0.23 inches or (6 millimeters) -The blades edge is hardened to between 58-60 RC. -Comes with a sharpener and a small knife called the “karda” and “Chakmak in Nepalese. -Also comes with handmade Scabbard made out of Cotton wood and Covered in special buffalo leather. Please Note: - When you bid or buy this kukri you are confirming that you are an adult and doing a legal purchase. we takes no responsibility for any illegal purchase. - Kukri Is Sharp tools, Use With Caution & Protection. - Keep kukri Out of the Reach of Children. -Apply motor oil or any lubricant to the blade surface at least once a month or after each usage. -Avoid fingerprints after oiling the blade. -While on display, clean dirt, waste products, etc. often picked up by the blade's surface with a soft dry towel and kept away from water and damp. -Oil the blade heavily, wrap it in plastic with food wrap, or polythene (no air pockets), and keep it out of the scabbard before storing it. -Store the kukri dry, at room temperature -If you have any questions about this beautiful historic blade please feel free to ask.

Price: 215 USD

Location: Punjab

End Time: 2024-11-11T08:07:35.000Z

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