Authentic Hand-Forged Gurkha Kukri Knife - 11" Full Tang Fixed Blade with Leather Sheath & 2 Utility Knives - WWII Inspired Nepalese Khukuri for Camping, Survival & Collection - Handcrafted by Nepalese Blacksmiths

The Gurkha kukri has been known as 'The Gurkha Knife' since WW I and WW II The words Gurkha and kukri (Khukuri) go together – one cannot be said without the other. Their story is incomplete without each other. The Gurkhas and the kukri achieved fame during WW I and WW II. The kukri has been better known since those days as “The Gurkha Knife.” The kukri is not only the national weapon of Nepal, but also a utility knife for Nepalese people and it holds a unique as well as significant place in Nepalese culture. The kukri represents Nepalese traditions, history and to some extent, spiritual beliefs. In some communities, it defines a social role as well as serves as a symbol of wealth, social status and prestige. The kukri has not only been the main weapon of war, but also a multi-purpose tool in peacetime and many men from various communities in Nepal love to carry one with them all the time. Gurkha fighters have a fearsome reputation, and the kukri is the main reason. No Gurkha goes into battle without a kukri. Gurkha Kukri invented during the British Anglo-Gorkha War of 1814-16. Thus making the Kukri the oldest knife in the history of world. Some say it was originated from a form of knife first used by the Mallas who came to power in Nepal in the 13th Century. Although the history of the kukri is long in Nepal, the Gurkha Kukri knife was first seen by the British during the Anglo-Gorkha War of 1814-16. Wherever the Gurkhas fought, the kukri went with them and there wasn’t a single battle where the kukri was not used. However, the kukri is much older than Nepal. The kukri was already the weapon of choice for the Kiratis in the 7th century BC. Some believe the history of the knife stretches back to the time of Alexander the Great’s invasion of India and compare the kukri with the Macedonian version of the Kopis, the single-edged curved sword used by Alexander’s cavalry which was about the same size as the kukri. Both stories point to the kukri being at least 2,500 years old. Gurkha Authentic Hand-Hammered Kukri Knife 11" Blade World War II Historic Kukri Full Tang 2 Small Knives & Black Leather Sheath Hand Forged In Nepal Gurkha Authentic Hand-Hammered Kukri Knife Full Tang Historic Kukri with 2 Small Knives & Leather Sheath - Hand Forged by Local Cast In Nepal The Gurkha Kukri blade is made from high-grade steel, the handle of hardwood, metal or animal horn, the sheath of wood and animal hides. To make a high-quality kukri takes at least one week and highly skilled blacksmiths are involved. An average Commonly use kukri is 14-16 inches long. It comes with two small knives in the top of the scabbard, one is blunt (Chakmak) and the other sharp (Karda). The blunt one is used for starting a fire with a flint and the sharp one is a general purpose knife. The notch on the blade has a purpose. It stops the blood from spilling over the handle and prevents the grip from becoming slippery during the heat of battle. The kukri is also the emblem of the Gurkhas, whether they are serving in the Nepal Army, British Army, Indian Army or Singapore GC. Badges, insignia, flags, signage and colors used by various armies with Gurkha soldiers all have a kukri on them. Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Add to Cart Customer Reviews 3.6 out of 5 stars 16 4.2 out of 5 stars 39 4.0 out of 5 stars 7 3.6 out of 5 stars 15 — 3.7 out of 5 stars 5 Price $109.99$109.99 $109.95$109.95 $109.99$109.99 $109.95$109.95 $99.99$99.99 $99.99$99.99 Size ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Weight ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Length ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

11 Inch Fixed Blade Gurkha Authentic Kukri Knife is one of most Popular and demanding since the kukri featured with the shape of blade used in Burma and Malaya Jungle during World War II by the “Gurkhas”.

Gurkha Authentic Historical Kukri 11 Inch Fixed Blade World War II Kukri Full Tang Blade and Rosewood Handle Khukuri knife is 100 % Handmade, hand forger, hand-hammered by Genuine Kukri maker who are very famous & very skilleful know as "Bishwakarmas" (Kaami or blacksmith cast) using very high quality Carboon Steel, materials in a traditional manner. QT Shopping has financed to Small Small Blacksmith Community in Nepal to manufactur Gurkha Authentic Hand-Hammered Kukri.

This Gurkha historical WW II Kukri Made using of highly Quality Carbon Steel 5160 (Car or Truck Spring), this is the Survival, outdoor or jungle knife or for bone chopping and good for camping. Approx. weighs about 1.8 lbs - 2 lbs or 800 - 900 grams including Sheath comes with two small utility knives “Karda and Chakmak.

Overall 17 Inch Kukri- Approx. 11 Inch Sharp Fixed Blade with about 5.5" Dark Rosewood Handle, Overall length 17" Thickness about 3/8" at Spine- highly polished, sharp edge, full tang, Great for Heavy duty outdoor or Indoor work or personal.

Hardness of the Blade Spine 22-25 RC, Belly 45-46 RC, Edge 58-60 RC, Steel Type 5160 Car Spring