General Kukuri Questions

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Hannibal

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I just recieved my new 15 Angkola and Im quite pleased with it. Being new to Kukuri knives there are a few questions I have. I went out into the woods today and put my new blade to work. I found it chops extremely well but when I placed a loop of nylon cord over the blade,no amount of effort could get the cord cut. Here are my questions 1 My AK15 is relatively dull is this normal?2How sharp do most of you make your kukuris and whats the best way to do this? 3 Isnt a razor sharp convex edge backed by a half inch of steel better than a thick strong but dull edge? Thanks in advance Hannibal
 
That khukuri chops well when it is quite dull but you'll need to get a decent edge on it for cutting and slicing. Check the Khukuri FAQ for expert advice on how to get your khukuri just as sharp as you might want it.

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Here you go Hanibal.
Oh, and by the way, Hows the sweetbreads?
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From what I understand, they (the sweetbreads) go well with some Fava beans and a nice Chianti.

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"1 My AK15 is relatively dull is this normal?"

Yes, however sharpness is a matter of opion.

"2 How sharp do most of you make your kukuris and whats the best way to do this?"

I stop when they can shave hair off someone else's arm. Check out Yvsa's link for how to. There was an interesting thread about using a diamond coated nail file to sharpen the khukuri.

" 3 Isnt a razor sharp convex edge backed by a half inch of steel better than a thick strong but dull edge?"

Yes, it is less likely to slip or deflect, smoother chop, and the khukuri can be used like a real knife.

Will
 
Sharper is usually better. A sharp blade not only performs better but when used with common sense reduces the occurance of accidents via the fewer deflections and such previously mentioned
 
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