Thoughts on Pacthar

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Tyrius

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So I'm getting a Pacthar as my first HI and I was just wondering if anyone had experience with that model seeing as I can't find any reviews. Thanks in advance.
 
Until just recently I'd never heard the Pacthar mentioned before.

It could be pretty new off the drawing board. I guess we'll all be counting on you for a review. There's been a few sold recently but haven't been around long far as I know.
 
I have one, 9" 5 ounces. I've purchased so much I haven't the time to put every thing through the paces. I can only claim it would be a great EDC do everything khukri just pint sized. I wouldn't want to chop down an oak with it nor would I care to be struck by it either.
 
I just got mine in the mail. It's really great. 12" Khukri, pretty proportional, reminds me of a little Sirupati? I'm new too but I asked Auntie about what it is and she said it was the knife used by some tribe but I couldn't understand very well as I was so excited to be speaking with a legend... I'd love to read the whole story typed out.

It came today along with my 14" Kumar Kobra and I have to be honest I am already thirsting for a 18-20" Khuk!

I was very pleasantly surprised by the Pacthar..I couldn't believe it came with the Karda and Chomka(?) and a sheath!

I wish it had a sharper edge on it - probably just luck of the draw, so I've got to learn convex sharpening and get some wet/dry sand paper and a mouse pad tomorrow...

The Kobra is acceptably sharp but not 'scary sharp'... I'll work on it when I'm more capable. It's quite a blade.

They're both great and I am in no way dissatisfied.. I just wish these gorgeous works of art didn't have to be sharpened by someone so unskilled as myself at this time.

They're real pieces of steel and I love them. Now I need at least a 16 incher..probably an 18 or 20!

Himalayan Imports Khukri Acquisition Virus has bitten me very hard. Hold me. I'm scared.
 
stwm said:
I just got mine in the mail. It's really great. 12" Khukri, pretty proportional, reminds me of a little Sirupati? I'm new too but I asked Auntie about what it is and she said it was the knife used by some tribe but I couldn't understand very well as I was so excited to be speaking with a legend... I'd love to read the whole story typed out.

It came today along with my 14" Kumar Kobra and I have to be honest I am already thirsting for a 18-20" Khuk!

I was very pleasantly surprised by the Pacthar..I couldn't believe it came with the Karda and Chomka(?) and a sheath!

I wish it had a sharper edge on it - probably just luck of the draw, so I've got to learn convex sharpening and get some wet/dry sand paper and a mouse pad tomorrow...

The Kobra is acceptably sharp but not 'scary sharp'... I'll work on it when I'm more capable. It's quite a blade.

They're both great and I am in no way dissatisfied.. I just wish these gorgeous works of art didn't have to be sharpened by someone so unskilled as myself at this time.

They're real pieces of steel and I love them. Now I need at least a 16 incher..probably an 18 or 20!

Himalayan Imports Khukri Acquisition Virus has bitten me very hard. Hold me. I'm scared.
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You've got the beginnings of HIKV, a very mild case, it'll get worse, and maybe never get better, you are right to be scared.
 
Just came in the mail today. Quite a different experience compared to American knives. On paper the 11.5 inch 10 ounce specs sound about the same as my Esee 6 (which tends to get some very interesting responses). In person though it comes across as very petite. The handle is a bit on the small side, I'm going to try it out in the morning and see if it just feels that way. My worst case scenario is that my girlfriend will wind up using it and I'll get myself one of the larger models.
 
Tyrius said:
Just came in the mail today. Quite a different experience compared to American knives. On paper the 11.5 inch 10 ounce specs sound about the same as my Esee 6 (which tends to get some very interesting responses). In person though it comes across as very petite. The handle is a bit on the small side, I'm going to try it out in the morning and see if it just feels that way. My worst case scenario is that my girlfriend will wind up using it and I'll get myself one of the larger models.
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Yes, probably because HI lists length as OAL.
 
I definitely would like a little longer handle than on mine, and the Kobra. Just a preference thing.
Yeah, the little guy is a gateway blade, I'm already contemplating my full-size purchase as well.
It'll definitely be at least a 16" if not larger. The 14" I have is nice but probably 4 more inches (at least?) would be ideal.
 
stwm said:
I definitely would like a little longer handle than on mine, and the Kobra. Just a preference thing..... I'm already contemplating my full-size purchase as well. It'll definitely be at least a 16" if not larger. The 14" I have is nice but probably 4 more inches (at least?) would be ideal.
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A couple of things worth keeping in mind:

1. The kamis like to maintain the proportions of a knife. Therefore the smaller khukuris sometimes have handles that are too short or thin for the average westerner's hand. The converse can be true; I once bought a large, heavy chitlangi. I could have managed the weight (37 oz, if I remember correctly) but the handle was so thick that I couldn't get a good grip on it, and ended up returning the knife to Yangdu for a credit toward future purchases.

2. For many purposes, weight is as important or more important than length. The longer blades are often wider and thicker, therefore much heavier than a shorter version of the same model. Again, that's because the kamis tend to maintain the proportions all around. Now and then, on this forum, we hear people say that they can handle an 18" blade but a 20" version of the same model tends to become a wall-hanger, especially for the heavy chopper models like the AK, CAK, Ganga Ram, Bonecutter, etc.

The AK Bowie model, which of course is not a khukuri at all, is something of an exception because it has an entirely different type of handle. Also, you'll rarely if ever see a 20" AK Bowie.
 
I can show you a picture of a 20" AKB by Bura if you wish. Perhaps like hens teeth but, do exist. BTW, I'm just goofing with you davidf99, you most likely know more than me. I just happen to have one by the master.
 
I have a 11.5 inch 11 ounce Pacthar by Lachhu and I really like it. It's my "carry while on the riding mower to clear hat-grabber limbs" favorite. Light enough to swing at the little twigs, and heavy enough to cut off a thumb sized pine limb from seated. I used to keep a set of pruning shears with me on the rider, but the Pacthar is easier and more effective. It definitely fits a niche for me.
 
davidf99 said:
A couple of things worth keeping in mind:

1. The kamis like to maintain the proportions of a knife. Therefore the smaller khukuris sometimes have handles that are too short or thin for the average westerner's hand. The converse can be true; I once bought a large, heavy chitlangi. I could have managed the weight (37 oz, if I remember correctly) but the handle was so thick that I couldn't get a good grip on it, and ended up returning the knife to Yangdu for a credit toward future purchases.

2. For many purposes, weight is as important or more important than length. The longer blades are often wider and thicker, therefore much heavier than a shorter version of the same model. Again, that's because the kamis tend to maintain the proportions all around. Now and then, on this forum, we hear people say that they can handle an 18" blade but a 20" version of the same model tends to become a wall-hanger, especially for the heavy chopper models like the AK, CAK, Ganga Ram, Bonecutter, etc.

The AK Bowie model, which of course is not a khukuri at all, is something of an exception because it has an entirely different type of handle. Also, you'll rarely if ever see a 20" AK Bowie.
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This is very observant, and makes sense - with respect to the proportions.
I would've liked about 1/2 inch longer on the handle. It would be more usable but quite out of proportion. I enjoy the Kami's 'holistic' approach.
 
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