April 5, 2024
Antique Kukri Curved Knife Weapon British Gurkha Army Carved Walnut Handle Nepal
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Up for auction is what I believe to be an antique Kukri curved knife measuring approximately 21" long with the blade length of 15 1/4". There are no markings but definitely has some serious age to it which is evident by the small worm holes found in the hand carved walnut handle. Very strong sturdy blade which is still very sharp but does show a couple of small notches. No leather pouch. Very nice condition and rare. Low starting bid and no reserve! KHUKURI / KUKRI KNIFE: A mid-length curved knife comprising a distinctive “Cho” that is the national knife and icon of Nepal, basic and traditional utility knife of Nepalese, a formidable and effective weapon of the Gurkhas and an exquisite piece of local craftsmanship that symbolizes pride and valor which also represents the country and it’s culture. Believed to have existed 2500 years ago; “Kopi” is the probable source of the Khukuri that was used by Greek in the 4 th BC. However, khukuri came into limelight only in and particularly after the Nepal War in 1814-15 after the formation of British Gurkha Army. Basically carried in a leather case, mostly having walnut wooden grip and traditionally having two small knives, it is one of the most famous and feared knives of the world. Shapes and sizes of khukuris from ancient to modern ones have varied intensely from place to place, person
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