HI Models Description?

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wiredge

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I currently do not have any Khuk's but am developing a strong interest in adding some to my collection....thanks to all the great threads I read on this forum....and even more thanks to the HI business ethics I have learned about by reading various posts and sticky's.

My problem is that I know very little at this point and it is taking me lots and lots of searching time to figure out differences between the models.
Maybe I have missed the boat somewhere....but I cannot find a single location that summarizes the intended uses, strengths and weaknesses, pros and cons, etc of the various models.

Q1: is there a single location to learn details/comparisons of the various models?
Q2: If there is, maybe it should be moved up as a sticky for future wannabe's who visit here?
Q3: Can somebody steer me to the concise source of knoweldge?

thanks!
 
The stickys at the top where a great source of info for me. The FAQ and the picture thread were/are especially helpful to me. Also the HI website is VERY informative.
 
I think searching the threads is the best way to find info. Many models have evolved since they were originally introduced. Some are rare or one offs. There are also new models not on the HI site.

Another thing to keep in mind is that a Khukuri made by Bura is going to be different than one made by Sher, Vim, Kumar or Sgt. Khadka. They could all make the same style yet each would be a totally different knife.

I think Steely Gunz posted a list of khuks from lightest to heaviest.
 
Gents, thx for the quick replies. I think you have confirmed what I suspected....there ain't no simple answers. I will continue to study the links you provided (some of which I have already glanced thru).

No matter how much I study though, I will not really know what I am intersted in until I get one in my hands and beat the crap out of something.

With that in mind, may I ask you to indulge me in this request?

If I want a good starter Khukuri as a reasonable representation of that the world of Khukuris represent, which would you recommend? My likely real world use would be for clearing limbs and sapplings in the woods as I clear deer shooting lanes.

Of course, like most any knife geek, I like cutting tools of all uses, regardless of whether or not I could ever really justify it.

So, as an inititiation into this brave new world, narrow the choices for me.
 
cocomen69, the WWII would be my default selection if noone recommends otherwise.
thanks!
 
wiredge said:
If I want a good starter Khukuri as a reasonable representation of that the world of Khukuris represent, which would you recommend? My likely real world use would be for clearing limbs and sapplings in the woods as I clear deer shooting lanes.
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Some of your questions are answered in this thread.

http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=542021

I personally have to say that my current personal favorite for light brush is my Gelbu Special. I was taking out 2" diameter trees with a chop and a half the other day.

More dedicated choppers are khuks like the AK and Ganga Ram. Thick and heavy.

All around blades are the BAS, M43, WW2 and pen knife.

Lighter thinner blades such as the Chitlangi and Gelbu special are still capable of chopping. Remember that a "thin" HI khuk is still over 1/4" thick. My Gelbu Special is 3/8" thick.
 
hey ibruche, I have been following that thread. Good info.
I think that any of the choices thus far would be winners.
Of course, after following this forum from a distance over the past year or so, I'm convinced there are no losers here. I really, really like to hold a tool that was made by hand (blood, sweat, and tears). There's just a special feeling that you do not get from a production line knife.
 
If you were anything like me, you probably poured over the official site countless times, weighing the appeal of various models.
Since you gave the folk here an idea fo what you intend to use it for, it'll be pretty hard to go wrong with the suggestions provided thus far.

That's not to say buying another khuk if you find your needs changing isn't fun when one has the money.
 
Couldn't stand it any longer. There's a wealth of info available, and I just got tired of reading other's opinions without being able to hold one in my hands in order to relate.
So, I just ordered the 18" Ganga Ram.
Thanks for all the advice. Looking forward to giving it a good test!
 
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