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Best Kukri Knife Deals for Every Budget: An In-Depth Review

Best Kukri Knife Deals for Every Budget: An In-Depth Review Kukri knives are super cool because of their special shape, awesome cutting power, and the cool history behind them. They were first made famous by Nepalese Gurkha soldiers in battle against the British in the Anglo-Nepalese war. Now people who love outdoors activities, who are …

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Top 5 Gurkha Kukri Knives for Memorial Gift

Top 5 Gurkha Kukri Knives for Memorial Gift: A Complete Review The Gurkha Kukri Knife is not just a sharp tool where the blade gives not only a description of the heritage, courage, and enduring quality of creation. It symbolizes our courage, as well as a concord with traditional workmanship. Today it is a symbol …

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The Role of Kukri’s in Culture and Combat: An In-Depth Review

The Role of Kukri’s in Culture and Combat: An In-Depth Review Former Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw of the Indian Army once said: “If a man says he is not afraid of dying, he is either lying or he is a Gurkha.” The relationship between the Gurkha and the kukri is inseparable, like two sides of …

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Myths and Facts About the Kukri: An In-depth Review

Myths and Facts About the Kukri The kukri, a curved knife that is mostly used by the Gurkha community of Nepal, is a tool or weapon with a long & rich history. It is one of the oldest knives in Nepalese history. You can easily recognize it because of its cool, curved shape. The Kukri …

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Machete vs Sword: A Comprehensive Comparison

Machete vs Sword: Key Differences In his timeless work, "The Book of Five Rings" (1645), legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi offers profound insights into the nature of a warrior’s path. One of his most famous quotes, “It is said that the warrior’s way is the twofold Way of pen and sword, and he should have a …

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Machete: What is it and how do you find the best one?

Machete: What is it and how do you find the best one? If you enjoy hiking or working as a farmer, having a reliable knife is essential for cutting branches, chopping woods or clearing vines in the farm. In countries like Nepal, many farmers rely on a machete as their main tool especially when it …

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How is the Nepali Kukri knife made? A Detailed Reference

How is the Nepali Kukri knife made? A Detailed Reference The Nepali Kukri knife is a uniquely designed knife with a curved blade that is culturally significant for Nepalese people and has great importance in the history of Nepalese knife craft. It can be said that khukuri is one of the household tools that is …

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Things to Know Before Buying a Kukri Knife

Things to Know Before Buying an Original Gurkha Kukri Knife: A Complete Guide It might be a little bit difficult to find a quality and original handmade Nepali gurkha khukuri or gurkha kukri in Nepal because each one has a distinct specialization. From the outside, it might appear similar, but the quality will be noticeably …

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Request Custom Blade

Request Custom Blade The collection of blades we maintain in our store is most of the time enough to choose from for our customers for their needs. Despite this, there are times when you're not able to find the blade you need for your particular purpose or you’re not able to find the blade meeting …

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History of Khukuri (Kukri)

History of Khukuri (Kukri) The Kukri/Khukuri has a long history, dating back over 2,500 years. It was the weapon of choice for Gurkhas and Nepali warriors before modern Nepal was even founded in the 16th Century. Some believe it may have existed during Alexander the Great's adventure into South Asia, but its origin remains uncertain. …

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