Gurka Kukri question

[Gary C.]

picked this up today and have been researching and am now suffering from information overload syndrome (IOS)
I guess all i really am interested in is whether this is something I can feel free to make look nice and clean without ruining it as far as being collectible or not. If it is a collectible. If nothing else i thought it might look cool on the wall with my "viking" axe and Scythes.
thanks for the input.
[url=https://flic.kr/p/2mKkcGQ]IMG_20211117_140520438 by Gary C, on Flickr[/URL]
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[tltt]

That is the Windlass model that was sold through Atlanta Cutlery and other dealers from the late 70's - . They are a decent, but very common kukri, you can clean it up, resharpen it, etc.... with no worries.

https://www.windlass.com/products/genuine-gurkha-regimental-kukri/ .

 

[Steely_Gunz]

Make it your own and enjoy . It's not worth a great deal and will most likely have ok to good heat treat.

 

[Gary C.]

That is the Windlass model that was sold through Atlanta Cutlery and other dealers from the late 70's - . They are a decent, but very common kukri, you can clean it up, resharpen it, etc.... with no worries.

https://www.windlass.com/products/genuine-gurkha-regimental-kukri/ .

Thanks T
Appreciate it

 

[Gary C.]

seems funny to me that i have never seen one of these in my life and ive been to many gun and knife shows. saw the above one in a flea market and bought it because it was unique to me.
stopped at a garage sale today and what do i see ! lol
it was worth the $5 just so i can say i have two
[url=https://flic.kr/p/2mKRqPb]IMG_20211120_105415574 by Gary C, on Flickr[/URL]

 

[Gary C.]

what method would any of you recommend for getting rid of the rust on these two?
thanks in advance !

 

[shane45-1911]

what method would any of you recommend for getting rid of the rust on these two?
thanks in advance !

Elbow grease and 400 grit emery paper to start. Then 600 or 800 grit. Then Flitz/Simichrome/metal polish of your choice.

 

[Gary C.]

Elbow grease and 400 grit emery paper to start. Then 600 or 800 grit. Then Flitz/Simichrome/metal polish of your choice.

Thank you much.

 

[Gary C.]

Progress!?
[url=https://flic.kr/p/2mL7Wwn]IMG_20211121_152411610 by Gary C, on Flickr[/URL]
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IMG_20211121_152541799 by Gary C, on Flickr
originally couldnt read INDIA because of rust. Rust on other side was thick, looked like a mound in places. now its nothing but patina stains. Other side all ive done is WD40 and steel wool .

 

[The Grendels]

what method would any of you recommend for getting rid of the rust on these two?
thanks in advance !

I'd start out by spraying the blade with a can of Ballistol, let it sit overnight, wipe it clean, and then do it again. I've hear you need to not use it on copper or brass bits though. The emery paper, previously mentioned, is also a tried and trusted tool.

 

[Steve Of England]

I'd just concentrate on bringing the windlass kukri to "showpiece" condition for display as the other is just tourist rubbish. You could find them in gift shops everywhere back in the day and never try working with it as it would bend/snap cutting a twig lol.
Not seen that sheath though personally and pity it hasn't got the tip for polishing up for displaying if you wanted to anyway. Sorry to say but I threw a few away some time ago too after replacing all my "imitation" pieces although I still have a 28" on display
Post pics of the reconditioned windlass...

 

[Stickgunner]

Take and modify it to your hearts content, or leave it rustic looking. Either way they make fine work tools or projects. I used these as projects for my nephews, it had solid sense of accomplishment for them.

 

[Stickgunner]

Here is another one where we pulled the wooden handle and replaced it with something a little more unique.

 

[ElementalBreakdown]

They are not expensive brand new, don't worry about ruining the historical value , the best metal polish I have used:

Simichrome Polish​