I need some information about this kukri

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zach2556

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My grandpa gave me this, I was just wondering around what time period it came out and about how much it would be worth, I dont see any marking on the blade or handle or anything.

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I'm sure someone here can give you the answer but it will probably be moved to the Cantina instead of the general forum...or you could try here http://www.ikrhs.com/forums/
it is more than likely a WWI-WWII vintage if it has no markings it is probably a personal weapon/tool...I'll leave more to the experts.

worth is really subjective I've seen ones like it go for as little as 50 bucks or alot more.
 
The "standard" handle size for a Nepali khukri is about 4 inches. One of the first things Uncle Bill did was to ask the H.I. kamis to make the handles bigger for the United States and world market. Since Americans are generally well-fed, there is a body size difference necessitating the larger handle.
 
Yup, most of the older khuks have tiny handles compared to what we are used to.

I'm moving this to the Cantina since it is not an HI blade.
 
That is a nice old Khukuri. Perhaps late 19th century. Are there any markings on the blade?

n2s
 
yes guys that was definatly made for nepalese hands thats for sure
guys i hope im not treading on anyones toe here but try simon hengle
at tora blades he's a leading authority on khukeri's over here
mick
 
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Looks like anol WW2 version as others have said, I would try and clean up the blade and then examine the handle, as the tankg does not extend all the way through its quite possible that the handle may be loose, which is dangerous, you may want to replace the handle with a biger one.
Try cleaning the blade up and then change the handle and you may have a nice user there, worth, well since your grandad gave it to you i would keep it!
 
iBlade said:
Looks like anol WW2 version as others have said, I would try and clean up the blade and then examine the handle, as the tankg does not extend all the way through its quite possible that the handle may be loose, which is dangerous, you may want to replace the handle with a biger one.
Try cleaning the blade up and then change the handle and you may have a nice user there, worth, well since your grandad gave it to you i would keep it!
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Changing the handle, or doing heavy cleaning, will destroy all collector value. Make sure that you want to go that way before you do any of this. For now I would suggest simply wiping it down with a light coat of mineral oil to preserve it. Making it shiny almost always means making its price go down.

n2s
 
not2sharp said:
For now I would suggest simply wiping it down with a light coat of mineral oil to preserve it. Making it shiny almost always means making its price go down.

n2s
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In 100% agreement with this ...please do not take to it harshly.

Stop any further rusting but don't take off its patina.

I also second posting photo's of it on a historical based site like IKHRS.
 
I agree don't agressive with the cleaning for now, stop any active rust, mineral oil or a light spray of wd 40 and wipe with soft cloth...the handle doesn't appear to be in desperate need but a drop of oil wouldn't hurt it either just don't clean it.....
Now not to rain on your parade but in all honesty unless this kurkri has a military stamp it's going to be impossible to date it exactly, and unless it has some kind of historical significance it's going to be worth about 150-200 bucks tops...so if you want it all clean and shiny go for it....if you want to try to sell it leave it in the condition it is.
 
im not looking to sell it or use it or clean it. This is the condition my grandfather gave it to me in, thats how its going to stay :)
 
spiraltwista said:
Id say most likley ww1 era maybe a little earlier, nice looking kukri.

Spiral
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Zach you can take what Spiral has to say about your old kukri to the bank as he does know his stuff about kukris!:thumbup:

zach2556 said:
im not looking to sell it or use it or clean it. This is the condition my grandfather gave it to me in, thats how its going to stay :)
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Zach with all due respect it looks as if there's active red/orange rust on the blade and especially in the one pic. Wiping the blade down thoroughly with mineral oil would go a long ways in killing any active rust and keep your grandfather's old kukri from deteriorating any further.
And some Pecard Leather Dressing would go a long, long, ways in bringing the old scabbard back to life.


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