Cold Steel Kukri!!

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My mate at home in Ireland wants me to purchase this knife for him because I can get it for a fraction of the price he would have to pay, but whats it like, I mean would it be a good buy or should it be "good-bye" Once again thanks for the help. I have loads of posts to post, I have been out of the game for a long time, been more of a spectator since before christmas but hopefully get back into the swing of things.

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You are the weakest link!!

GOODBYE!!
 
Which kukuri? They make a few of them. I have an LTC kukri and it makes 1/2" branches cry for their mommies!

The handles are designed extremely well for the forces involved in chopping, though if you do a lot of chopping in one session a pair of gloves is likely necessary.

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"Come What May..."
 
I have a Cold Steel LTC Kukri, and a Cold Steel Gurkha Kukri. The Gurkha Kukri is really a monster of a "knife", as the blade is 5/16th of an inch THICK, (the same as the massive CS Trail Master Bowie), and has a weight of 22 ounces.

Both Kukri has a blade of 12 inches long.

The LTC blade is wider (but 1/2 as thick) than that of the Gurkha. The Gurkha has a much better piercing point than the LTC.


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Dann Fassnacht
Aberdeen, WA
glockman99@hotmail.com
ICQ# 53675663
 
If you think 5/16" is massive, you should see my 30" Sirupati from HI. Try 5/8" at the spine.
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I have spent several hours at a time clearing trails with the Cold Steel kukri and the edge holding ability is impressive. The heavy model will lop off an inch thick branch, no problem. The only thing I don't like is the flair at the back of the grip. It feels great when you are holding the kukri or doing a few forms. It's even OK for the first 20 minutes of cutting. However, after a lot of use the dimples on the kraton start wearing the skin off the lower part of your hand. Therefore, I would heartily agree with the suggestion of gloves if you'll be using it for long cutting jobs.
 
I have all the CS kukri models. My favorite is the ATC model (a cross between the LTC and the Ghurka kukri, same profile as the LTC but at 5/16 in. thick). It is a mean heavy duty chopper. I also love the LTC as it is, IMO, the best all around kukri model from CS.
As far as the handles, I wrap mine with tennis racquet grip so blistering is non-existent.

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Cam
 
I think he would be better served by a genuine kukri from either Gurkha House or Himilayan Imports. Both market authentic, hand forged kukris made in Nepal at much lower prices than CS's offerings. I'll admit that I haven't ever used CS's kukris, but I know for a fact that HI and GH produce very high quality kukris. Both have forums here, in the Makers and Manufacturers sections. I'm not sure about GH, but I know that HI has a lifetime warranty. The lifetime of the blade, not the owner. Basically, if you can manage to break it or are otherwise unhappy, HI will make it right for you. As I understand it, CS has a 5 year warranty on their fixed blades. HI advertises their knives as being fit to use for 100 years. They also have a lot of models to choose from, many more than CS. I am not a representative of either company, I'm just a satisfied customer.
 
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I have a few over 30 Himalayan Imports Khukuri's.
One for any task imaginable with the smallest being about 6" oal to a massive Ganga Ram Special that's 22" oal and weighs 3 Lbs.
I also have a CS LTC and I can tell you it doesn't come even close to what the H.I.Khukuri's can do!!!
I would recommend the BGRS or the YCS for almost any task and if you could only have one. They both cut like much larger khukuris due to their design.


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Yvsa-G@WebTV.net

"VEGETARIAN".............
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I would agree with Yvsa, HI has a much wider range of models plus a forum right here on Bladeforums filled with users who can help fine tune your blade choice.

-Cliff
 
He wanted the lightest kukri, is there a 6" one available from HI or did I pick that up wrong, he wants a kukri, but not a massive one.

Thanks for the help guys.

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You are the weakest link!!

GOODBYE!!
 
There are indeed very small khukuris available from HI, of that class however they are *mainly* for visual enjoyment not working blades - however I have no doubt they could be pressed into working if need be.

While HI does offer massive blades like the 20+" AK, it also offers very slim blades like the Kobra which are fast in the hand and excell at light brush work. There is a very wide variety the best way to find the one for you is to pop in the forum, describe what you want and see what the posters have to say.

-Cliff
 
Cold Steel also makes a fairly small, lightweight Kukri...The "Mini Gurkha Light Kukri". Blade is 9&1/2 inches long, total weight is only 13.9 ounces.

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Dann Fassnacht
Aberdeen, WA
glockman99@hotmail.com
ICQ# 53675663
 
If you want to know more about HI blades, follow this link http://www.bladeforums.com/cgi/forumdisplay.cgi . This is their forum. Post the specs of what size and weight blade you are looking for and chances are they'll have it. I know for sure that Gurkha House carries a mode called the Mini Jungle that has a 8" X 1/4" blade. Check out their forum if you're interested.
 
Thanks for the info, I have my first LTC coming soon. It used to belong to Crayola as a matter of fact. It will also be my first Kukri style blade. Going to try is as a heavy knife/machete type for a mission coming up.
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I have to agree with the posters who favor the offerings from either HI or Gurka House. I just received my first, a 25" sirupati from HI. The thing is simply awesome. 3" saplings are toppled with one blow. It was also a very simple matter to grind and sand the handle to perfectly fit my hand (I removed the ring and took some of the flare off the top). And they know a thing or two about balance and function. For those who think that a 25" long khukuri with a 1/2" spine and that weighs just under 3 pounds would be unwieldy, think again. Easily managed with one hand and delivers fast, accurate blows with simply awesome power. Not the ultimate chopper by any means, but for clearing heavy, standing brush and saplings I think it is unmatched. I would recommend trying a 20" model to save weight and add versatility in your case.
 
Another point, perhaps. Quite a number of CS Kraton handles come in for substantial criticism for their tendency to become loose.
IMHO, a khukuri is an awful lot of steel -- hopefully very sharp steel -- that can be moving at significant speed/force. I'd want to be damn sure I had a trustworthy grip on it, before cutting loose on the local flora.


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Asi es la vida

Bugs
 
I'm the recent owner of a GH 20" sirupati and this thing is awesome. I've handled a CS light kukri and wasn't at all impressed at the time my POS excelled over it now that I have this one there is no question in my mind that traditional is the way to go.

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Mykl
Once you start down the path of the sharp side forever will it dominate your destiny
 
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