15″ Limbuwan Traditional Khukuri Knife | Hand Forged kukri | EGKH

15″ Limbuwan Traditional Khukuri Knife | Hand Forged Kukri | EGKH is a long-blade knife from Nepal. It is made by skilled blacksmiths who have been making blades for a long time. They use traditional tools to make each knife by hand. The blade of the 15″ Limbuwan Traditional Khukuri Knife is made of strong 5160 High Carbon Steel. The whole knife is 20.5 inches long. The blade is polished and has a handle that is 5.5 inch long and made of rosewood. The handle is an extremely durable & comfortable design. The engravings of small diamond-shaped patterns on the handle add to the overall beauty of the khukuri.

The scabbard, which holds the knife, is made of wood covered in water buffalo leather. The blade is very lightweight weighing just 700 gm. The total weight of the khukuri along with the scabbard and the Karda & Chakhmakh is just under a kg weighing 959 gm. The relatively light weight of this khukuri as compared to other similarly sized khukuri makes it a very handy khukuri despite its large blade size. Also, one should not be fooled by its weight thinking it would not pack the punch of heavier kukris for cutting, chopping, or slicing. The 15 inch large blade size with a razor sharp edge when swung packs enough power for all clean cutting. 

The wooden scabbard safeguards the blade and prevents accidental injuries while carrying or storing the knife. This 15″ Limbuwan Traditional Khukuri Knife can be used for cutting, chopping, butchering, piercing, hunting, and survival situations. 

One unique feature is that the blade is thinner at the back. In the past, people in the eastern region of Nepal used this kind of knife as a weapon. It was famous during historical wars. In 1814, people from the eastern region fought in civil wars and used this knife. During the First World War, the Rai and Limbu people from Nepal fought in the British Gurkha Army and used this knife. Nepalese people still remember and appreciate that time.

The kukri comes with a scabbard that has two pockets on the back of it. The pockets hold a blunt steel called “Chakhmak” for sharpening the blade or for striking spark with a flint and a small sharp knife known as “Karda” used for skinning animals, opening cans, cutting paper, cutting or peeling small fruits & vegetables, etc. It is a truly unique knife to gift your beloved one as well. This khukuri is a popular choice among outdoor enthusiasts and survivalists.