Introducing our Large Gurkha Kukri knife, a traditional Nepalese blade known for its distinctive inward curve. This versatile tool doubles as a utility and combat weapon, and remains a staple among the Nepalese people. The Gurkha Kukri holds a significant place in many military forces worldwide, including the Royal Gurkha Rifles of the British Army and various Indian Army regiments, earning it the well-recognized English names of āGurkha bladeā or āGurkha knifeā. This multifaceted knife is not just a weapon; it's a potent symbol appearing in Nepalese heraldry and used in numerous cultural rituals.
Our Gurkha Kukri knife is expertly crafted from pattern-welded Damascus steel, which is a meticulously heat-treated, folded carbon steel. The blade's formation involves a complex process of folding 11 pieces of steel five times, resulting in 352 layers. This creation technique yields a blade that perfectly balances hardness and durability, boasting a Rockwell hardness rating between 55 and 56 HRC.
The high-carbon Damascus steel we utilize contains layers of 1095 steel, the highest content carbon steel used in swords. This layered composition enables the sword to maintain a sharp edge while demonstrating the strength and flexibility to endure robust impacts. This quality is what makes Damascus steel perfect for sword creation.
Our Gurkha Kukri knife is paired with a handle fashioned from sage and hickory wood and enhanced with brass bolsters, providing an excellent grip and aesthetic appeal. A protective leather sheath accompanies the knife, making it easy to store and carry.
Knife Specifications
- Handle Material: Sage and Hickory Wood
- Overall Length: 21"
- Rockwell Hardness: 55-56 HRC
- Layers: 352
- Sheath: Leather
- Blade Material: Damascus steel
- 6 Pieces of Carbon Steel #43 and #40
- 5 Pieces of High Carbon Steel 1095
- Folding Process: 1st Fold- 11x2=22 Layers 2nd Fold- 222=44 Layers 3rd Fold- 442=88 Layers 4th Fold- 882=176 Layers 5th Fold- 1762=352 Layers
With our Large Gurkha Kukri Knife, you're not just purchasing a tool, you're investing in a piece of cultural heritage crafted to perfection. This handmade high carbon Damascus steel machete/knife/sword is a testament to craftsmanship and tradition, and at 21", it's a sizeable addition to any collection.
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