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Hand Forged Blade Gurkha Knife - 13.5" Blade Cheetlage Light Version Kukri or Traditional Full Tang Guard Handle Knives Handmade in Nepal
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About Hand Forged Blade Gurkha Knife - 13.5" Blade
This is 13.5" Cheetlage Light Version kukri - Full Tang Blocker Handle traditional farmer khukuri. Cheetlang, a small hilly town, is situated in eastern part of Nepal. This type of khukuri is made in that place. Hence it is called Cheetlange wooden khukuri. The name "Cheetlange" of the khukuri is given after its village name where it originated centuries ago. Cheetlang people specialized in many ornamented and decorative displayers amongst which the Cheetlange khukuri is one of their prized and prestigious establishments. A Cheetlange khukuri is basically a simple working and decorative knife. The glory, sovereignty, character, culture and people of Nepal is tried to captured in this unique work of art by the Cheetlange. Commoners mostly use it as a decorative tool because of its elegant and delicate look. Specification of Kukri : This is handcrafted kukri therefore please note that each one might have slight variations in measurement. Blade Size and Type : 13.5 Inches (34.29cm) Hand Forged , Highly Grade Carbon Steel 5160, Semi-polished Blade. Handle Size : 5 Inches (12.7cm) full tang Blocker handle made of rosewood. Overall length : 18.5 inches (46.99 cm) from tip of the blade to pommel of the handle (Aprox). Material Used : Highly Graded Carbon Steel, Refine Water Buffalo Leather for Scabbard(outside) and Rosewood for the Handle, Pinewood for the Scabbard (inside), Whitemetal and "Laha" (Nepali Traditional Glue) . Weight : 900 gms (28.22 Oz. Approx) with packaging, Net weight only khukuri is 500 gms. Upper Spine : 5mm. Lower Spine : 2mm. Belly : 5 cm. Handle Circumference : 4.8 Inch. Origin: EGKH factory in Dharan, Nepal. Hardness of steel : spine=22-25 RC, belly=45-46 RC, edge=58-60 RC.
