Name: 13" Military Issue Service No. 1 Khukuri | Tactical Kukri | Gurkha Kukri
SKU: EGKH20251JBA
Price: 123.00 USD
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Karda made from normal steel sharp enough to cut fruits, vegetables etc.

5160 High carbon steel razor sharp karda (+US$ 6.00)

Karda made from same material as the main khukuri blade with razor sharp edge that can be used to cut ropes, open tin cans etc.

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SKU: EGKH20251JBA Categories: British Gurkha Iraq & Afghanistan Issue Khukuris, Gurkha Army Current Issue Khukuris, Nepal Army & Police Khukuri (Khukri / Kukri) Tags: nepal army khukuri, nepal army kukri, Nepal Police Khukuri, nepal police kukri, service no. 1 khukuri, service no. 1 kukri

Blade Size	13"
Handle Size	4.5"
Blade Material	5160 High Carbon Steel
Handle Material	Water Buffalo Horn
Overall Length	17.5"
Blade Finish Type	Polished
Handle Circumference	4.1"
Belly	4.7cm
Upper Spine	11 mm
Spine Hardness	22 – 25 RC
Belly Hardness	45 – 46 RC
Edge Hardness	58 – 60 RC
Khukuri Weight	850gm

13″ Military Issue Service No. 1 Khukuri | Tactical Kukri | Gurkha Kukri, renowned as the army’s most popular Kukri (Service No. 1) due to its close ties with the Gurkhas, has undergone a remake, further fortifying its strength and stability.Originally the left side of the Service No.1 khukuris blade proudly displays engravings of the Recruiting Years and the Country’s name. This captivating tradition of blade engraving traces its roots to a time when Military Soldiers, amid the challenges of numerous wars, found themselves forgetting their enlistment years.

This 13″ Military Issue Service No. 1 Khukuri | Tactical Kukri | Gurkha Kukri knife has a 13-inch blade made from highly graded 5160 carbon steel with a polished finish. There is a 4.5 inch long rat tail tang handle made from buffalo horn. It has a circumference of 4.1 inches. The steel hardness levels measurements are: Spine 22-25 RC, Belly 45-46 RC, and Edge 58-60 RC. The belly measures 4.7 cm, and the upper spine is 11 mm thick.

You can also customize the handle of this kukri Knife to your liking if you want it with a full tang handle. You can do so by simply selecting the full tang handle option.

The 13″ Military Issue Service No. 1 Khukuri | Tactical Kukri | Gurkha Kukri knife stands out from others due to its unique feature – one of which is the brass metal Chape fixed at the tip of the scabbard. This feature not only enhances the style of the knife but also gives it a timeless and striking appearance that is unmatched by other knives in general. The chape is a rare and distinguished feature that adds to the prestige and individuality of the khukuri.

The scabbard has a double frog which is a leather loop used to attach it to the belt. This Service No.1 Khukuri knife comes with a pinewood scabbard wrapped in water buffalo leather. Purposefully designed for outdoor expeditions and jungle escapades, this khukuri excels as a bone-chopping tool and a steadfast camping companion. A Karda & Chakmak are included with this khukuri. Karda is a sharp knife that can be used to cut fruits & vegetables, open tin cans, etc. The Chakmak is a blunt steel that can be used to hone the khukuri blade or used to produce sparks for fire with fire steel or flint.