An original C.1900’s Gurkha Kukri and Scabbard of good quality. With carved horn grip, brass pommel and brass tang button. The blade is decorated near the spine with deeply incised patterns of lines and notches. The kukri is a Nepalese knife that exhibits an inwardly curved edge and is used as both a tool and a weapon. It is regarded as a basic utility knife of the Nepalese people and is the primary edged weapon of the Nepalese Army, the Royal Gurkha Rifles and of all Gurkha regiments throughout the world. There are many famous tales of Gurkha soldiers using the kukri as their primary weapon of choice when in close combat.
Well tempered blade on Gurkha Kukri
The blade is well tempered and the kukri comes complete with its original decorated tooled leather scabbard and one by-knife. The scabbard is one of the best features of this kukri as it exhibits considerable detail and workmanship. The kukri is in good condition throughout commensurate with its age. A nice and original addition to a collection of antique Gurkha kukris. Blade length is 12 inches (17 inches overall).
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