Kukri
One of the most iconic and well known working blades the Kukri(Khukuri) was always on my shortlist of must haves simply because they are a tough versatile blade on the belt or in the pack. Famous for being the sidearm of the Gurhka regiments and recently popularized in the Resident Evil films I have been keeping an eye out for the right opportunity. With lots of modern versions available I wanted to stick to the traditional Nepalese style of Kukri complete with a hardwood handle, fuller, kauda style notch and buffalo leather scabbard. The traditional blade made out of spring steel is usually robust and thick being designed primarily as a farmers utility/working machete. Ended up winning one on Ebay at an excellent price. Kukris are popular throughout Central Asia and I purchased this blade made in India. It adheres to the traditional style although it came unsharpened. It would give me a chance to work on my sharpening skills. This ...