15″ Traditional Gurkha WWII Kukri

About this item

• EGKH Nepal company is owned and run by Ex Veterans who supply hand-forged high-quality kukris blades all around the world
• It is handcrafted in the EGKH factory outlet in Nepal by famous and skilled blacksmiths traditionally using high-quality materials.
• 100% Quality Warranty, each blade comes with EGKH marked on the blade and our quality warranty certificate.
• Hand Forged High Graded carbon steel blade, 5160
• Razor Sharp blade, Easy to sharp, Balance water tempered for daily work.

Introducing the Gurkhas’ Historical Issue 2nd World War Full Tang Wooden Handle Kukri, a replica of the iconic blade carried by Gurkhas during the fierce hand-to-hand combat in the jungles of Burma during World War II. This historic kukri, originating in Nepal and later adopted by the Indian Gurkha Army, holds a significant place in military history.

With a heavier and more curved blade compared to modern kukris, this formidable weapon struck fear into the hearts of enemies during wartime. Its presence in the hands of Gurkha soldiers was enough to unsettle adversaries. Revered by tourists and collectors alike, this kukri symbolizes the bravery and valor of the Gurkhas who wielded it in battle.

Crafted from highly graded carbon steel, with a water poured temper for added strength, the 15″ blade is versatile for both heavy-duty and light-duty tasks. Whether used in combat or for chopping wood, bone, and clearing bushes, this kukri embodies the resilience and prowess of its users.

Use of Khukuri
The Kukri is effective as a chopping weapon, due to its weight, and slashing weapon, because the curved shape creates a “wedge” effect which causes the blade to cut effectively and deeper.
While most famed for use in the military, the kukri is the most commonly used multipurpose tool in the fields and homes in Nepal. Its use has varied from building, clearing, chopping firewood, digging, slaughtering animals for food, cutting meat and vegetables, skinning animals, and opening cans. Its use as a general farm and household tool disproves the often-stated “taboo” that the weapon cannot be sheathed “until it has drawn blood”.
The Kukri is versatile. It can function as a smaller knife by using the narrower part of the blade, closest to the handle. The heavier and wider end of the blade, towards the tip, functions as an axe or a small shovel.

Karda Chakmak
The small knife with a sharp edge is called a “kadra” or an extra knife especially used for skinning purposes or as a paper knife. Another knife accompanying kardra is the “chakmak” or the sharpener. The traditional method of sharpening a kukri is done by using the chakmak against the edge of the blade.