Another noob question: blade lenght

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cybrok

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Hi

I still hesitate for the blade lenght, what does it changes?

Why would you prefer a 18'' to a 15'' knife?

Thanks
 
It's a trade off for portability vs. power. Depends on what you're using it for. Were I to be carrying it around I would probably not want something more than 15" or 16". Plus, I like having larger models just because they're fun to have. :D I haven't used my 30" sirupate lately for any household tasks... ;)

Norm
 
As far as being packable, you really can't go wrong with a good 15" AK, BAS, or 16.5" WWII for all your camping chores. Personally, I like to pack 4 blades for my trips: a trusty swiss army knife (which honestly will see the most use), a good stout small belt knife like my Sarge/KPH or a JKM or R-6 for packing around on the trails, and an 18" khuk like my WWII or my YCS for chopping/splitting. I also like to take a specialty blade to keep in the truck...just in case;) Usually a 22" GRS or 20" kobra. The kobra for bushwhacking, the GRS for downed trees or chopping serious wood:D
Honestly, if I were going on more of a hiking/camping trip, i would be very happy with a small SAK and a 12" khuk like an AK, pen knife, siru, or Salyan. Luckily for me, the sickness has such a hold on me that I don't have to worry about what khuk i need to BUY for the trip...I just stress over what khuk to TAKE;)

Jake
 
18" gives you more leverage and power (with the additional weight) but it also gives you reach. For martial arts or defending oneself from Zombie Cougars.

I'm a fan of the 18" length and about 28 ounces for all around use.

The 18" khuks are about as large as I can carry without awkwardness, and getting in the way through brush or whatever. Longer becomes more problematic in its contact with my legs, too.



munk
 
as a pretty noobie guy myself, I may be able to offer some insight. Because of the way khukris are measured (straight line from tang to point) an extra inch or two translates into more knife than you'd think -- it's not like comparing an 8" chef knife to a 10" chef knife. Two inches in khukri measurements makes for a considerably larger tool. Check some of the length/weight measurements of similar khukris in a few deal of the day posts and you'll see what I mean.

I like the larger khukris I have, but I wouldn't want to have to carry around all day anything bigger than my 16.5 ww2.
 
Larger kukris also have bigger handles, if you have a big hand this may play a part in your decision.
 
Welcome. The trick is to get both, don't fight it, its going to happen anyway. Take another look at Jake's post. He's got the right idea....
 
aproy1101 said:
Take another look at Jake's post. He's got the right idea....
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I get his points, there is no perfect knife.

In the woods, I usually have a SAK Climber, at the moment with a Buck Alpha Hunter, eventually a bowie in the BK9 style (not all at the time on me:p )

Think I'll go with 18, or the closest one I can get at a good price :D


Also, is there a weak spot on the Zombie Cougars? Do their meat taste like Worcestershire sauce?
 
Many people consider 18" and 28 oz the perfect length weight ratio for khuks.
 
I like the 21 inchers, but 18" does a great job and is easier to carry around. The 18" WW2 is a great all-around khukuri.
the 16.5" Chiruwa is nice if you need an even smaller package. I have a 14" BDC that does a fine job as well, but at that point you might as well get the AK Bowie if you're chopping.
If you have serious woods to clear, the 25" Sirupati I had sank in like nobody's business. A bit lighter than the Ang Khola too. I still regret selling my 21" Gelbu with horn handles. I have a 20" Chitlangi now but it just doesn't have the same feel. Never let your babies go. :(
 
Hondo.3 said:
I think that's one of the finest SAKs around. I'm always happy to see other people carrying them. It seems to me that a lot of people go with the Camper instead, choosing the saw over the scissors.
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That one simply was 25% off 10 years ago :) The first knife I ever bought
 
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