Favorite Non-Spec HI Khuk or One That Speaks To You

Triquetra

Triquetra

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What I was wanting to explore is the variations or differences in models and makers or a special Khuk that speaks to you. For example, if a newbie asks about choppers most say AK or BGRS. Probably starting at 18" for serious chopping. For fighters maybe Gelbu Special, Chitlangi, etc. But all here know about the wide variations that we get. For example, I have Siru's, Chitlangi, etc., but the one Khuk that I would pick if I was in a combat situation, (it's actually my favorite hiking and camping one also), is a 16.5" Chiruwa AK by Bura. This is suppose to be a chopper, but it is thin and light and one of the fastest and pointiest Khuks that I have. My other 15" AK I would never think about anything but chopping wood.I have 4 12" AK's, my 2 favorites don't even resemble each other. One is thin, pointy, and just shouts fighter. My other one has a much wider base, wider and thiner sweet spot, and is a perfect camper. Everyone here probably has that one that speaks to them and that may not be typical of that model. What model is it and who made it and why does it speak to you?
 
That's it alright; the variables. What the Kamis did on such a such a day for who knows why reasons.

I have a 19" chitlangi by Kesar that is a little heavier than desirable; it weighs 25 ounces. This makes it less than perfect as a fighter, but I like it because it gives more authority to the swings.


Very good idea for a thread.


munk
 
I have a 14" wood handle BDC that when I pick it up evrything feels right. The fit in the hand the balance the way it moves and reverses its a pleasure to hold. I have several others but that one is the best kind of hard to explain. As well I have an antler handle karda that just stands out though I have 10 others none of them has the feel of that one. It's strange how the same knife is not the same. That is one difference hand made has over production knives.
 
I'm in the minority I guess about what I'd grab to fight...

I have chitlangis and kobras of fighting lengths, but I'd go for my 20" M43 for intimidation factor or 14" BDC quick and handy in close quarters first. But my old reliable, my 16.5" 23 oz. WWII which is right in spec, is the one I'd have with me...

I have a lightweight, neem handled BGRS that would fit the non-spec fighter role.

I don't really think of a fighter as something for which I'll need to duel another blade wielder. I'd either need to sneak up on someone in hopes of getting their gun or defend myself, most likely in close or crowded quarters, and probably against multiple opponents.
 
Azis said:
I have a 14" wood handle BDC that when I pick it up evrything feels right. The fit in the hand the balance the way it moves and reverses its a pleasure to hold. I have several others but that one is the best kind of hard to explain. As well I have an antler handle karda that just stands out though I have 10 others none of them has the feel of that one. It's strange how the same knife is not the same. That is one difference hand made has over production knives.
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I think that is one thing that is hard to comprehend and is one reason that it is hard to recommend a Khuk to someone else and something probably something only the formites here can understand. You can handle 100 Khuks of all different types, style, and Kamis but at some point you find the one that you just don't want to let go of ,that just feels magical. I only wish that I had the money to try and experiment more so that I could find that something magical that would possess me like the ring in "The Lord of The Rings" or Arthur's "Excalibur".
 
It's not that hard. You don't have to buy a hundred khuks. You can call it magic, you can whistle, but after a few khuks I think you get one that's just right. I've watched and listened to people for several years in this forum, and it happens every day. Just right.



munk
 
The Yangdu Special is a winner. It's sleek. Carries well. Useful in a fight I'd guess, but stout enough to dress out a deer or Elk for certain. I think in smaller khuks slender means useful; the extra bulk of a AK profiled blade really doesn't give you much because it's never going to be a chopper. So a tidy blade profile, with less weight and width forward makes sense. Besides, the Yangdu Special just looks so darned nice. There's just something about it- and it's the smallest blade I carry in Cougar country that gives me reassurance should a defense be neccesary. I think a Cougar is in real trouble if the blade connects. I don't like small khuks, but I like the Yangdu Special very much. In fact, so much I'm going to my Safe right now to bring it to the table. Let it sit here a while. I often have the Uncle Bill Salyan the Yangdu Special side by side as I write.

In all honesty, it is very unlikely I'll be attacked by Cougars or Zombies at my writing desk at home.



munk
 
Whoaaaaa! I really like this thread!
There are other khukris in my collection From what appears to be a shrunk WWII by Bura, Sirupati and Aluminium WWII by KH, a BGRS by Bura and a 18"WWII on the way. The BGRS by Bura is an extension of my hand. As much heft as the WWII +or- but because of the balance and better cross section? It is far less tiring. Anyway it has that undefinable "thing" that makes it more than mearly a tool, This one has soul!


Rick
 
Mine is a 14" BDC. It's heavy enough to be a light chopper, and balanced such that I can flick it around like my 12" sirupate that is half the weight. I love the fullers, the kapur handle, the balance, everything. If I could get away with it, this is the blade that would never leave my side.

-Tycho-
 
Sorry guys. I thought this thread would be more interesting and maybe didn't get much response because of the holiday so I cheated and bumped it up to the top again to give it a second chance. Seems like posting on the forum is a lot slower lately.
 
ive got a few UBEs and the thinner spined ones feel a lot more alive than the others if that is what you mean..oops didnt realize i was resurrecting this old a thread
 
I've got a 13" AK that handles like a dream. 12" is too small for me to feel that I am packing a REAL khuk. 15" is too big to throw under the truck/jeep seat. 13 is perfection;)

I also have a beloved 25" Kobra. This monster weighs in at about 32oz. It takes two hands to swing it, and I doubt that it is as delicate as a standard oz per inch versions. Hits like a ton of bricks though:)
 
I just picked up a 13" Yangdu Special Katunje that weighs in at 15oz. a few minutes back...should be nice & flickable while having a bit more belly than a Sirupati or Kobra...
 
An old Sanu made YCS is my favorite non spec khuk. 17" 27 oz. It has a connection to me that most do not do. It just speaks to me, plus it can do it all. A beautiful workhorse!
 
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Triquetra said:
I think that is one thing that is hard to comprehend and is one reason that it is hard to recommend a Khuk to someone else and something probably something only the formites here can understand. You can handle 100 Khuks of all different types, style, and Kamis but at some point you find the one that you just don't want to let go of ,that just feels magical. I only wish that I had the money to try and experiment more so that I could find that something magical that would possess me like the ring in "The Lord of The Rings" or Arthur's "Excalibur".
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munk said:
It's not that hard. You don't have to buy a hundred khuks. You can call it magic, you can whistle, but after a few khuks I think you get one that's just right. I've watched and listened to people for several years in this forum, and it happens every day. Just right.



munk
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Funny thing is, my favorite, my Excalibur is my first: my 20" CAK. Even though I have a few other 20" CAK, they aren't exactly the same, and don't have that same feel as that first one. I've bought several different styles, and they just don't feel as good as that first. Nothing wrong with them, just not that magic one.
 
Still depleting the bank balance looking but enjoying every cent spent in the search for
"the one Khuk to rule them all!" :D

Thanks nagod for bringing back this old thread ...must be many others awaiting another outing? ;)
 
So far my only HI khuk is my M-43 I snagged in the 12/9(?)DOTD. Compared to the khukuris I saw at the gun/knife show the weekend it came in, the other kuhris hid under the table!!


My M-43 is heavier than I thought it would be, but I am a large man, blessed with an abundence of upper-body strength, so the extra weight isn't a problem. I'm getting used to the 'sweet spot'. Sometimes it feels like I'm clubbing a piece of wood to death, then suddenly the blade glides thru like a light-saber. Cool!


I'd like either a BAS or 16.5 WW2 someday to try a faster, lighter blade. For now my M-43'll have to do...
 
Own both a M-43 and A BAS. M-43 out of the two is what I use for serious chopping. My BAS I use for regular belt carry. Hopefully in the next week I should get my 16.5 WWII and then I can give ya a comparison between the three.

Also getting a Malla which I am hoping will be be my ideal Kukri between size and carry. Now for sheer destructive chopping power my Dui Chirra is pretty much my upper end

Eventaully I would love to get the larger WWII and then give all of them a comparable wok out :)

Like you I am a larger male and with the upper body strength to match.

I love these blades, and am a definate confirmed case of HIKV.

Marc Adkins

Ironhandjohn said:
So far my only HI khuk is my M-43 I snagged in the 12/9(?)DOTD. Compared to the khukuris I saw at the gun/knife show the weekend it came in, the other kuhris hid under the table!!


My M-43 is heavier than I thought it would be, but I am a large man, blessed with an abundence of upper-body strength, so the extra weight isn't a problem. I'm getting used to the 'sweet spot'. Sometimes it feels like I'm clubbing a piece of wood to death, then suddenly the blade glides thru like a light-saber. Cool!


I'd like either a BAS or 16.5 WW2 someday to try a faster, lighter blade. For now my M-43'll have to do...
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