Khukri as a versatile tool for the trap line ??

[marenoa]

I can see its quite large, it was probably some kind of photo effect.

Alejandro

 

[Grappler1911]

I've tested the thrusting ability of my 21" chitlangi. They actually do thrust fairly well but you need to think differently to do it properly.

Once you train your mind to account for the khukri's forward curve, it's simple. Think of it as a straight blade with a very curved 'pistol grip' style hilt.

I can sink my Chitlangi very deep into a pumpkin or watermelon with a swift & forceful thrust.

The thrusting ability won't impress rapier fans, but while it probably won't literally run an opponent through... it will certainly hurt them really bad.

I have several Chitlangi and think they are great at thrusting.
The ones I have would easily run someone through.
I always look for an acute point when I buy Khukuri.
The Sabre is curved and thrusts as well as a Rapier.
The curve can be used to go right around someone's guard.

 

[coote]

I find it quite wonderful that no matter what you want to know about, there is generally some help available on the internet.

Thanks for all your comments and ideas.

The matter is settled for me, for now anyway. I understand that there is a 15" Ang Khola Villiager going to be shipped to me early next week.

I could have continued using what I've got, or maybe I could have bought a cheap machete for a few bucks...but it is going to be great to have this authentic, traditional tool on my belt as I do what I love to do in the bush. Maybe I have begun to reflect on the "important things" more now that I have been around a while. It just feels right to do something like this....its sort of like being connected to something much bigger and more important.

Here's one place where the khukri will be used:

Best wishes...Coote.

 

[seaice]

Very nice indeed!

 

[Cpl Punishment]

NZ has some really beautiful terrain.

 

[coote]

Aye...it is beautiful here. But from what I've seen in my own limited experience, and in books and on the 'net...there are some truly awesome spots all around the planet. And I find wonderful and interesting people everywhere.

Here's the valley I live in:

And here is a sample of the brushtailed possum that I hunt. These lovely little critters are regarded as a noxious pest in our forest...so every day is open season. Fortunately the meat is good eating, and there is 'pocket money' in the skins and plucked fur.

 

[jaislandboy]

thanks for sharing the pix coote.... that's a beautiful place you reside in...
hope the khukuri serves you well....