April 5, 2024
Vintage Decorative Nepalese Kukri Khukuri Knife Royal Gurkha Weapon
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The kukri or khukuri is a Nepalese knife with an inwardly curved blade, similar to a machete, used as both a tool and as a weapon in Nepal. Traditionally it was, and in many cases still is, the basic utility knife of the Nepalese people. It is a characteristic weapon of the Nepalese Army, the Royal Gurkha Rifles of the British Army, the Assam Rifles, the Gorkha regiments of the Indian Army, and of all Gurkha regiments throughout the world, so much so that some English-speakers refer to the weapon as a "Gurkha blade" or "Gurkha knife". The khukuri often appears in Nepalese heraldry and is used in many traditional rituals such as wedding ceremonies. This knife's blade is made from high grade carbon steel and then highly polished. The blade was then engraved. It was hand crafted in Nepal.. The knife is 11.5" long with a 7 " blade with engravings. This is a kukuri that is used for decorative purposes and is quite popular among young men in remote villages of Nepal. It has a wooden decorative handle and a very attractive scabbard for display. Khukuri Length: 11.5" Blade Length: 7" Handle Length: 4.5" Blade Type: Handmade, high grade carbon steel, highly polished blade Handle : Made of wood Weight: 12 Ounces with Blade and Sheath
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