Himalayan Imports or Khukri House

"JohnnyRockets", I had wondered the same thing! A while back I wanted to try out a Kukri and after reading stories on the BladeForum decided to go with the mighty Himalayan Imports 18" Ang Khola. I must admit, it was a very impressive beast. But I never used it.

I could not believe I spent $145 on it when you consider the working conditions. Enjoy the below:
http://www.himalayan-imports.com/kami.html

You should check out the below thread, same type of thing where someone was looking for a Kukri and not sure where to buy from.
http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=436477
 
KnifeFury said:
"JohnnyRockets", I had wondered the same thing! A while back I wanted to try out a Kukri and after reading stories on the BladeForum decided to go with the mighty Himalayan Imports 18" Ang Khola. I must admit, it was a very impressive beast. But I never used it.

I could not believe I spent $145 on it when you consider the working conditions. Enjoy the below:
http://www.himalayan-imports.com/kami.html

You should check out the below thread, same type of thing where someone was looking for a Kukri and not sure where to buy from.
http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=436477
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I agree with you KnifeFury, I had several AKs and never used them. HIs are fun to own, but personally I prefer an Axe and always will.

whitie
 
I am totally biased as I own about 50 khukuris, all from Himalayan Imports.

You get to participate in the cult of HI on this website. And I don't mean that in a derogatory way. The group of people here on the HI forum are wonderful. Just lurk for a few weeks and see what I mean.

You may fall in love with HI as I did.

Regarding the "I never use it" argument, my love for knives and khukuris has nothing to do with rationale or need. Why should I start worrying about that now :p ?

At least I do know that when I buy from HI, I am supporting some of the poorest people on earth and purchasing something so authentic and amazing that it gives me goosebumps sometimes :)
 
I own khuks from, Himalayan Imports, Tora, and the now defunct Ghurka House. I have not handled any khuks from Khukuri House, although if I have my information correct Khukuri house is the place that was making khuks for Ghurka House back in 2000 and before.
HI and Tora are leaps and bounds above my Ghurka House as far as quality of finish and details. That said my GH khuks are great quality workhorse khuks.
Fit and finish is not as good but they are solid and very good users.
As far as price goes after you add in shipping and handling into the cost of your KH khuks you will find them to be higher than expected. Closer to HI, not as high, but higher none the less. Also everything is included into the price of a HI khuk, if you are in the U.S. that is. Plus if there is an issue you can get send your khuk back for a refund or replacement and all it cost you was the shipping back. Very good service!:thumbup:
Simon at Tora does the same but the shipping back and forth across the pond can get costly.
Choose what you like, pay what you are willing, and enjoy whatever khuk you choose.
 
KnifeFury said:
That is a bold statement. You are supporting Himalayan Imports, from there....
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Not really a bold statment, Kamis are of the lowest caste in Nepal. Study some that goes on in the HI forum and what is done to help those that work there before you make suggestions of typical American practices. I feel that what Yangdu does to help those she grew up with is admirable. Above what most of us do for others. Just a word of caution. Know before you speak.
 
ArchAngel said:
Study some that goes on in the HI forum and what is done to help those that work there before you make suggestions of typical American practices. I feel that what Yangdu does to help those she grew up with is admirable. Above what most of us do for others. Just a word of caution. Know before you speak.
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Very well put, ArchAngel.
 
Know before you speak.
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Great, why didn't I think of that. :jerkit:

Maybe one of the Big 3 Automotive Companies should open up a factory resembling the pictures in the link. Ergonomics are kind of out the window.
 
ArchAngel said:
Also everything is included into the price of a HI khuk, if you are in the U.S. that is.
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The price she ask for international shipping is the same that almost every website in the US. Even if a khuk is much heavier than a folder.

I feel great with the idea of owning a great quality knife AND helping people in Nepal. It may not be the best way to help them, but since I don't have money to help everyone and I still am in college, I think buying from a company that help a country this way make me and them happy.
 
I already do know. I know just how corrupt charities can be. On the other hand I also know what the people at HI do for others. I know about the raffles that ALL proceeds go to help a Nepalese student go to medical school. This raffle held totally independant of HI, but helping those same people. Part of the HI spirit. I see people that attend the HI forum do all sorts of charitable things for the people of Nepal. Independant of anyone official. Just to help.
I need to look no further to see good acts.
Live your life how you wish, I will do the same.
 
Won't get into the politics, but have an HI and really enjoy it. People talk about tough knives, but the HI khukuris are really invincible.
 
I think the lack of quality control spells out pretty clearly that HI Kamis live in poverty. Knifefury has a good point.

whitie
 
Oh he does huh???

QC issues are being addressed as you well know


GRRRR


Nope not gonna jump into this one..


I will sayd that I own several HI Khuks and plan on getting several others...Other than that I agree 100% with what Archangel said!!!
 
whitie said:
I think the lack of quality control spells out pretty clearly that HI Kamis live in poverty. Knifefury has a good point.

whitie
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Whitie, kamis live in poverty, because they live in one of the poorest 3rd world countries and do traditional work in a society where they are considered one of the most inferiors in their society.

Also, FYI the QC is better in the HI "factory" than in most other Nepalese blacksmith shops.

Uncle Bill founded HI not to become rich himself but to help the kamis.

You don't have to believe anything written here, but if you think your own experience or idea about success and poverty in America automatically applies to every human society in earth, you must be stuck on junior high school level.

As for knifefury: yes, he has a point, a cynical one, but unfounded in this case. Maybe he himself can provide clear evidence that the organizations he endorsed here are indeed benefiting the poors in Nepal and not the Nepali elite. See, it is easy to be cynical.:rolleyes:
 
KnifeFury said:
My point here was if you want to help people in the world, I do not think buying knives is the answer. There are plenty of Charities and Groups out there looking to make a better life for the people in Nepal.
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You think lining poor people up and handing out bags of rice is better than buying their products and supporting their endeavors within their own culture?

That kind of thinking is not only ineffective but elitist. It does nothing for their own sense of self-worth, but develops dependency, with all the evils we've seen in welfare and housing projects in our own country.
 
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