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top -- Excellent 17.5" 2 pound M43 by Kumar. Convex edge and finish is one of the best I've seen to date. Only problem with this 10/10 rig is buttcap is missing. Use it as is or take file and some sandpaper, maybe a little epoxy, and pretty up the end of handle. Yours for $100 and an UBBB because of configuration and quality.
center -- 17.5 inch 23 ounce by Bura and company. His idea of what an M43 should really be. Usual superior work by Bura. Great blade (sharp, near 60 Rc) and fine overall rig. Problem, this knife took a hit somewhere along the line. I think it may have been dropped by BirGorkha shipping staff. Tiny ding (hard to see but it's there) in chopping area. Leave and use or straighten if you see it. Handle chipped backside. Fill or smooth or use as it. $100 delivers this winner to your door.
bottom -- 10/10 15 inch 22 ounce BAS by Bura. Only problem I can find is 1/4 inch superglue fix crack in handle at buttcap. Take it home for $60
center -- 17.5 inch 23 ounce by Bura and company. His idea of what an M43 should really be. Usual superior work by Bura. Great blade (sharp, near 60 Rc) and fine overall rig. Problem, this knife took a hit somewhere along the line. I think it may have been dropped by BirGorkha shipping staff. Tiny ding (hard to see but it's there) in chopping area. Leave and use or straighten if you see it. Handle chipped backside. Fill or smooth or use as it. $100 delivers this winner to your door.
bottom -- 10/10 15 inch 22 ounce BAS by Bura. Only problem I can find is 1/4 inch superglue fix crack in handle at buttcap. Take it home for $60