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khukuri suggestion?
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One inch saplings, if green, can be taken off in one well placed blow. Heck, it could get through 8" seasoned Oak, it's just going to take longer when compared to dedicated choppers, like the CAK. The Gelbu is great, no doubt about it.:thumbup: I got the longer one for the added heft and reach.
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Has any of the khukuri collectors here on this forum had any experience with the Cold Steel San Mai III Gurkha Kukri (or own one)? It's not handmade and looks very simple but appears very bad ass from the videos.
The $649 MSRP is a turn-off but I found online merchants selling it for much less (under $400).
Any opinions?
The $649 MSRP is a turn-off but I found online merchants selling it for much less (under $400).
Any opinions?
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You might want to Edit out that Link, as posting it in another Manufacturers forum isnt exactly the proper thing to do.
Cold steel makes a pretty tough KLO (Khukuri Like Object, as it has no cho) But the pricetag on these is way way overinflated IMHO. For that kind of money you could have several very nice H.I khuks that you could pass on to your family as heirlooms. Some people have said that the Kraton handles on the CS-KLO's are uncomfortable and are prone to causing blisters, YMMV. A Churwa Ang Khola will chop better, be more comfortable and be the real thing.
British Army Service or the Pen Knife are great for being Easily Packable, Lightweight Heavy duty Choppers.
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Theres a nice BAS in the deal of the day you might want to look at.
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For an all-purpose compromise blade:
M43
WWII
Dui Chirra
BAS
in that order, in my opinion.
I'm still sticking to my opinion of the chitlangi being the perfect halfway point between Ang Khola and Sirupati, as I illustrate with this picture:
BUT my brother's only H.I. khukuri is a Sher M43. I asked him once if he liked any other styles (he's tried most of my mine) and said if he was to get another one, it would be another M43.
My favorite Chitlangi with my brother's M43:
Both are Sher pieces. As you can see the blade length on the M43 has about the same reach as a 21.5" Chitlangi because the handle is a little stubbier. This is the only quibble I have with the M43 as I am 6'5" and the M43 handle feels a little too short to me (plus I'm used to the longer handles of the other khukuris I have). Otherwise it is a great chopper and excellent design. I have considered getting one to keep in my truck though. HIKV, you know...
As far as the M43 being a "compromise" I must politely disagree unless one is talking about compromise between tool and weapon. In that case it certainly is. IMO it is in a category all it's own and should be rightfully only compared to... another M43. It has a totally different feel both hand - and in usage - than any other khukuri I've ever used.
BUT my brother's only H.I. khukuri is a Sher M43. I asked him once if he liked any other styles (he's tried most of my mine) and said if he was to get another one, it would be another M43.
My favorite Chitlangi with my brother's M43:
Both are Sher pieces. As you can see the blade length on the M43 has about the same reach as a 21.5" Chitlangi because the handle is a little stubbier. This is the only quibble I have with the M43 as I am 6'5" and the M43 handle feels a little too short to me (plus I'm used to the longer handles of the other khukuris I have). Otherwise it is a great chopper and excellent design. I have considered getting one to keep in my truck though. HIKV, you know...
As far as the M43 being a "compromise" I must politely disagree unless one is talking about compromise between tool and weapon. In that case it certainly is. IMO it is in a category all it's own and should be rightfully only compared to... another M43. It has a totally different feel both hand - and in usage - than any other khukuri I've ever used.
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All of my favorite HI khukuries have fullers. This strengthens and lightens the blade. Plus a fullered blade is just beautiful.
A 17" Foxys Folly would be a great choice. Insane chopping ability for it's 24 oz weight.
A 18" Gelbu Special is nice and fast (fighter IMHO).
Chitlange in 18" or 21". 21" is my favorite of the two, but large for carry.
My favorite is my old Sanu made YCS, 17" or so and about 27 oz.
To sum up what I am saying, look to a good HI fullered blade to get the best strength to weight ratio in your khuk.
This is just MY humble opinion and your mileage may vary.:thumbup:
Left to right;
Berk Special, wonderful blade, to nice to use. 6 accessory tool kit.
One of two IIRC 21 9/16" 28 oz. FF. Total long perfection!! Speed, Power, Beauty. WAY powerful chopper!!
First run FF, 20"+ and 52 oz. It is a tank. TOO heavy, but unique, my only HI with NO markings at all.
17" FF 24 oz, wonderful combination of speed and chopping ability and carryability. Great all round tool.
Newer run YCS 18"+ and 39 oz. Good workhorse but not a carry piece.
Finaly, my beloved early Sanu made YCS. 17"+ 27 oz. The best of the best, Beauty, Power, awesome twin Karda and awl, and this is the blade that calls me the most after all these years. My spirit blade.
A 17" Foxys Folly would be a great choice. Insane chopping ability for it's 24 oz weight.
A 18" Gelbu Special is nice and fast (fighter IMHO).
Chitlange in 18" or 21". 21" is my favorite of the two, but large for carry.
My favorite is my old Sanu made YCS, 17" or so and about 27 oz.
To sum up what I am saying, look to a good HI fullered blade to get the best strength to weight ratio in your khuk.
This is just MY humble opinion and your mileage may vary.:thumbup:
Left to right;
Berk Special, wonderful blade, to nice to use. 6 accessory tool kit.
One of two IIRC 21 9/16" 28 oz. FF. Total long perfection!! Speed, Power, Beauty. WAY powerful chopper!!
First run FF, 20"+ and 52 oz. It is a tank. TOO heavy, but unique, my only HI with NO markings at all.
17" FF 24 oz, wonderful combination of speed and chopping ability and carryability. Great all round tool.
Newer run YCS 18"+ and 39 oz. Good workhorse but not a carry piece.
Finaly, my beloved early Sanu made YCS. 17"+ 27 oz. The best of the best, Beauty, Power, awesome twin Karda and awl, and this is the blade that calls me the most after all these years. My spirit blade.
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All of my favorite HI khukuries have fullers. This strengthens and lightens the blade. Plus a fullered blade is just beautiful.
A 17" Foxys Folly would be a great choice. Insane chopping ability for it's 24 oz weight.
A 18" Gelbu Special is nice and fast (fighter IMHO).
Chitlange in 18" or 21". 21" is my favorite of the two, but large for carry.
My favorite is my old Sanu made YCS, 17" or so and about 27 oz.
To sum up what I am saying, look to a good HI fullered blade to get the best strength to weight ratio in your khuk.
This is just MY humble opinion and your mileage may vary.:thumbup:
Left to right;
Berk Special, wonderful blade, to nice to use. 6 accessory tool kit.
One of two IIRC 21 9/16" 28 oz. FF. Total long perfection!! Speed, Power, Beauty. WAY powerful chopper!!
First run FF, 20"+ and 52 oz. It is a tank. TOO heavy, but unique, my only HI with NO markings at all.
17" FF 24 oz, wonderful combination of speed and chopping ability and carryability. Great all round tool.
Newer run YCS 18"+ and 39 oz. Good workhorse but not a carry piece.
Finaly, my beloved early Sanu made YCS. 17"+ 27 oz. The best of the best, Beauty, Power, awesome twin Karda and awl, and this is the blade that calls me the most after all these years. My spirit blade.
That's the prettiest group shot ever, IMO. I'm gonna have to get me some fullered khuks when I have money again. Who knows, I might even find one I like more than my M-43
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