This is Authentic British Gurkha Iraqi Operation Gripper Blocker Handle Khukuri. This kukri blade is exactly same as the British Gurkha Issue khukuri in Iraqi Operation with custom blocker and gripper handle. There are two ranges of this khukuri, the standard version and the mini version. The standard version is of 10 inches and the mini version is of 8 inches. Except the length of the blade, everything is exactly the same. The handle is made of white Sadhan wood. The shape is different and has finger grip with blocker. It is full tang running through it making it super strong which is about 4.5" long. The craftsmanship on this knife is amazing. Karda & Chakmak: These are small knives come with the purchase of this Kukri. Karda is small knife used of skinning animal hairs and Chakmak which has blunt edge is used for sharpening the Kukri blade. *Specification of 10" Blade Authentic British Gurkha Iraqi Operation Gripper Blocker Handle Khukuri: This is handcrafted kukri therefore please note that each one might have slight variations in measurement. * Blade size & Type: 10 inch (25.40cm) Handmade and Unpolished blade. * Handle size: 5 Inches (12.70cm) full tang Gripper & Blocker handle Indian Rosewood. * Overall Length: 15 inches (38.10cm) from tip of the blade to pommel of the handle (Approx). * Upper Spine : 9mm. * Belly : 5.2cm. * Weight: 1.65 lbs (750 grams) Approx, Only Blade. * Scabbard: Cotton Covered in Water Buffalo Leather * Shipping weight: 2.20 lbs or 1Kg * Origin: Hand forged at Khukuri Trade factory in Dharan, East Nepal. * Blade Hardness: spine: 22-25 RC, Belly: 45-46 RC, Edge: 58-60 RC, Steel
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