Moin & our resident blade experts: khukri questions

[timmy]

IFG knife experts:

Would you please look at this page and tell me what you think of these khukris and other knives?

http://www.atlantacutlery.com/c-100-knives.aspx

These are supposed to be from the same Nepali stash that my Martini Henry is from. Do you think they are worth anything? What does an expert think of these khukris? Thanks for your input, gentlemen! (Maybe I could get one for my Wife to "use in the kitchen...")

[brihacharan]

IFG knife experts:

Would you please look at this page and tell me what you think of these khukris and other knives?

http://www.atlantacutlery.com/c-100-knives.aspx

These are supposed to be from the same Nepali stash that my Martini Henry is from. Do you think they are worth anything? What does an expert think of these khukris? Thanks for your input, gentlemen! (Maybe I could get one for my Wife to "use in the kitchen...")

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Hi Timmy,
> The Kukris look very nice - the contour of the blade + handle etc....
> Very thoughtful of you to keep your wife in mind.....for its use in the kitchen
Briha

[harshit89]

IFG knife experts:

Would you please look at this page and tell me what you think of these khukris and other knives?

http://www.atlantacutlery.com/c-100-knives.aspx

These are supposed to be from the same Nepali stash that my Martini Henry is from. Do you think they are worth anything? What does an expert think of these khukris? Thanks for your input, gentlemen! (Maybe I could get one for my Wife to "use in the kitchen...")

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Nice looking khukris knives.
I just love these fixed blade knives which are popularly known as national weapon of Nepal as well.
I have also heard that the khukris are used around the world in a special gurkha regiment which is there in every state of the world.
I have a kukri knife which looks like a bit you have shown. unacceptable content removed by moderator
I would like to tell you that these can't be applicable in any sort of kitchen purposes as they have a broad blade which is not easy to handle.

[ckkalyan]

timmy in my personal opinion it would definitely be a good idea to own a few of those Khukris, they are sure to be well made and of some historic value. Go for it!

[TC]

Timmy,

I should leave this to Moin, Slingshot, Pistolero, Amar and the other resident blade experts.

But since I have my dad's khukris - the one he got as gift from an old Gorkha who served in the Army and the other procured from a police armory - my eyes tell me that this piece was made in Nepal. The grips however seem to have been refurbished. The blade is old and have the tell tale signs

My two pennies


TC

PS: I would have first ordered for a couple of these and then post a few photos and watch Essdee and Moin jump

[Moin.]

http://www.swordforum.com/forums/showth ... KII-Kukris


Hi Timmy

I wish I could help you with this with more specifics. These are the WW1 and or WW2 khukries difficult to ascertain the origin unless some markings or stampings are visible. Please see above link of pics of similar ones obtained from Atlanta Cutlery.

Also please note that these are actually not very rare like your rifle. You can perhaps guage that by the prices these are being sold at. These have great historical value as discussion pieces how ever.

Regards
Moin.

[Moin.]

http://www.swordforum.com/forums/forumd ... c5a8c4e55b

You can buy these and look up this forum for more information on similar ones.

Regards
Moin.

[slingshot]

Hi Timmy,

Any khukhuri is a good investment.

I consider them to be the SUV of the edged tool business. These blades have the gorgeous leaf shape, drop point tip and enhanced belly of the WW2 khukhuris issued to the British Army. A clever hybrid of Sirupate and Ang Khola.

So, these are great survival blades. Just like an SUV, not the best...but the most adaptable. So, great camp knife, machete, zombie destroyer, kitchen companion..especially when the handle is held between the toes and you bring the food to the blade, wood processor, coconut cracker (the tang is a fearsome cracker).

And I agree with Moin. I don't think these are going to have significant value as collectibles. But well worth the pleasure of carrying one to a camp site and see the envy on faces of the men

[essdee1972]

I agree wholeheartedly with Moin and Slingshot.

And yes, TCda, I am hopping wild to get my hands on one of these. 99 USD is a steal for a genuine WW1 khukri! But then I factor in duties, shipping, and our beloved "guardians of law and order"......

[caracass77]

Agree with all the masters here. Having lived in Bhutan, and I have seen some Khukris in action, this one looks like is has been in use/or has been used. It sure looks mean and extremely sturdy. And it would go well with your collection sir, no khukri is a bad investment!