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Khukuri Designs - thoughts?

Discussion in 'Himalayan Imports' started by Daniel Koster, May 14, 2002.

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  1. May 14, 2002 #1
    Daniel Koster

    Daniel Koster www.kosterknives.com Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider

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    **Warning!!** You may need to maximize your browser to see all the pics.
    1024 x 768 should cover it, but if you are 800 x 600 you may have to scroll. (sorry)



    I had a few spare moments this week and came up a few Khukuri designs. (have to distract myself from the "Big Day" forthcoming)

    I was inspired by the HI Baby Ganga Ram, YCS, Ang Khola and a villager sold last week.

    Both of these designs are 12" OAL and are more "relaxed" than most other bent-knife designs = not as strong of an angle in the bend.
    The handles would be hardwood with engravings. The blade would be a full 3/8" thick.

    They seem to me like a cross between a Medium-sized Bowie and the Ganga Ram.



    First design - the gray lines on the handle are just to show that it is round.
    Otherwise all the white lines on the handle are decorative carvings.
    This design has a slightly smaller handle and longer blade. It is more aggressive at the drop point.
    [​IMG]



    with dimensions:
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    Second Design
    This design has a larger and longer handle and, in general, is more stout.
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    with dimensions:
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    The engravings are inspired by the Nepal Flag on the HI website:
    [​IMG]

    The crossing designs on the upper part of the handle represent the zigzag profile of the flag.
    The 12 point engraved emblem is a direct copy of the symbol on the flag (it would be indented into the band, rather than protruding).

    Let me know your thoughts! I have no idea if Uncle Bill takes design ideas,
    but I thought I'd throw these out anyway, since I like to doodle.:D:D

    Dan
     
  2. May 14, 2002 #2
    Bill Martino

    Bill Martino

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    I wish I could do stuff like that.

    If we get five takers we'll try it but it may take a wood model.
     
  3. May 14, 2002 #3
    mPisi

    mPisi

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    I like them alot and would probably buy one, especially the first one. I've been looking for a smaller straighter blade with a good sharp tip, but of course from HI. A half-size AK bowie would be about right, but I like the lines and handle of this one better. I've also been thinking about a 15" GS, since they seem typically straighter than the average khuk.

    With some nice inlays on the handle with a Nepal flag theme, you could call it the freedom model or something. Or "Maoist Medicine" :D
     
  4. May 14, 2002 #4
    Tohatchi NM

    Tohatchi NM

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    Design #1 looks very much like the "bulldog" villager that went up today (and also the Villager Bill just sent me). Mine is very balanced - not much of the aggressive forward stance of my AK or sirupati, though it's also not as long. Not quite as much curve as an AK, but still a very pleasing design.

    It would be really neat to have a large star engraved on the widest part of the blade - sort of like the one on the handle, but larger.
     
  5. May 14, 2002 #5
    Daniel Koster

    Daniel Koster www.kosterknives.com Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider

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    ...uhhh...**ahem** :D:D

    I agree 100%.

    mPisi = right on the money. I was shooting for a nicely balanced one-hander, bowie-style. Yet, retain the shape and style of an "entry level" Khukuri.

    The first one is also my favorite of the two.

    Also - the name - I agree that it should be something related to the recent events, but in a positive "we will overcome" tone.

    Dan
     
  6. May 14, 2002 #6
    SkagSig40

    SkagSig40

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    I would take the top one!:)
     
  7. May 14, 2002 #7
    Eich1911

    Eich1911 Search "Kyle Eichenseer" before dealing with me.

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    WOW WOW WOW

    Amazing work Sir.
    I want I want I want!!!
     
  8. May 14, 2002 #8
    Bill Martino

    Bill Martino

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    Stay tuned.
     
  9. May 14, 2002 #9
    Abear

    Abear

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    Nice drawings pendentive
    Are those made in AutoCAD? I been playing around with this program called Rhino-3d. It's very good at drawing curves and extruding surfaces in 3D. I'll draw up a Kukri when I'm done with this *(*^(*& project and finals. Hell, maybe I'll draw it up after this project and work on the finals later :)
     
  10. May 14, 2002 #10
    Tohatchi NM

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    If we let the kamis play with it, we'll have a bulldog with bows :D

    The design has less of a drop/curve, and narrows less from the sweet spot to handle than many HI designs - what makes it more like a bowie. I was actually surprised when my Villager arrived - it looked so straight, at least in comparison to the AK and Sirupati I have. IMO, a very functional pattern for all 'round camp use, and a very practical size (12-14"), though you do give up some of the chopping power due to the length/balance.

    Top notch!
     
  11. May 14, 2002 #11
    Bill Martino

    Bill Martino

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    You've got the right idea, Bear.
     
  12. May 14, 2002 #12
    Daniel Koster

    Daniel Koster www.kosterknives.com Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider

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    Thanks. Yes.

    Very fun program.

    Would you like me to send you the CAD drawing? I can export it to 3DS format if you like. Then, when you are done building the model in 3D, send it back and I can animate it and vector-render it.

    That would be almost as good as having it in your hand.

    Fun for us to see - but probably not much use to the Kamis.:D:D

    Dan
     
  13. May 14, 2002 #13
    Daniel Koster

    Daniel Koster www.kosterknives.com Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider

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    How about this one?

    I took Design #1 and added a double-edge and an engraved 12 point star to the blade.

    [​IMG]

    Looks like a winner to me. So far, there are 3 takers and a maybe. I would love to see this made. I'm not sure if I could do the wood model - perhaps someone else has that special touch?

    Any more suggestions, ideas, comments?

    Dan
     
  14. May 14, 2002 #14
    wildmanh

    wildmanh Part time Leather Bender/Sheath maker

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    I like the design. On my 17" monitor (1024x768) the specs are about:
    Handle (Including Bolster and Butt cap) = 4"
    Blade (front of bolster to tip) = 7.5"
    Over all = 11.5"

    The handle is a little small for my hands so I would up the specs a little:
    Handle (Including Bolster and Butt cap) = 4.75"
    Blade (front of bolster to tip) = 8.25"
    Over all = 13"

    Upping the size like that should about keep the proportions correct and make the knife easier for people with large hands to use. BTW I wouldn't mind getting one as soon as I have the money.
     
  15. May 14, 2002 #15
    BruiseLeee

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    That 12 point star isn't gonna be a hole is it? :)
     
  16. May 14, 2002 #16
    not2sharp

    not2sharp Gold Member Gold Member

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    wildmanh,

    The design for this one is getting too cluttered to work with 3/8" stock. As you have it now the main edge will drop about 3/16" over .75 inches. That would give you an included edge angle of around 30 degrees; not much of a cutting edge. If you want it to look like this you are going to have to take the stock down to around 3/16 inch. That is what Aitor used when they produced these very similar knives.

    n2s
     
  17. May 15, 2002 #17
    Bill Martino

    Bill Martino

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    Keep working but remember the kamis may use the blueprint for forge fodder.
     
  18. May 16, 2002 #18
    SkagSig40

    SkagSig40

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    I like the very top one still.
     
  19. May 16, 2002 #19
    D7reamers

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    I have small hands, so I would take the first one.
     
  20. May 16, 2002 #20
    Bill Martino

    Bill Martino

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    What about this one?
     

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