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Where to buy a Kukri?
Nov 27th, 2011, 5:30pm
 
Apparently I’m hard to buy for, so my family has asked me to make suggestions for the holiday.  So:  Where on the internets would you buy a good Kukri?  Nothing expensive or ornamental, mind, I plan to use it.  I know some of you have Kukri, and others know knives and the internets, so does anyone have any suggestions?  Thanks for the help!
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Re: Where to buy a Kukri?
Reply #1 - Nov 27th, 2011, 5:37pm
 
cold steel makes a cheap kukri machete for around 20 dollars.  
 
here's the 16 inch version for 16 dollars, no sheath http://www2.knifecenter.com/item/CS97KMS/cold-steel-kukri-machete-13-inch-carbon
 
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Re: Where to buy a Kukri?
Reply #2 - Nov 27th, 2011, 5:43pm
 
If you want military Issue, I suggest Altanta Cutlery. I've bought from them before and they are convenient.
New: http://www.atlantacutlery.com/c-129-kukris-machetes.aspx
Antique, Unissued: http://www.atlantacutlery.com/c-100-knives.aspx
 
If you want to compare kukris and buy one in different dimensions from milspec, I suggest Khukuri House. http://www.thekhukurihouse.com/catalog/ They may or may not be the original manufacturer.
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Reply #3 - Nov 27th, 2011, 7:11pm
 
I got a machete style kukri from coldsteel.com,  look for better ones at www.knifecenter.com,  theres either reproductions or machete style blades.
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Reply #4 - Nov 27th, 2011, 8:50pm
 
Either the Kukri House or Himalayan Imports with be able to sell you an "Offcial" Regimental kukri. You might try them on Ebay. I think both have sites there.
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Re: Where to buy a Kukri?
Reply #5 - Nov 28th, 2011, 2:43am
 
I got mine from Kukri House in Nepal and I'm very happy with it.
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Reply #6 - Nov 28th, 2011, 4:13am
 
Yoy better order soon though, if you want it for Christmas. Remember, its coming from Nepal.
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Re: Where to buy a Kukri?
Reply #7 - Nov 28th, 2011, 7:47am
 
I suggest a khukri from Himalayan Imports. Friend of mine has one(looks lika chiruwa ang-khola) and has pass through a serious use
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Reply #8 - Nov 28th, 2011, 3:12pm
 
I can vouch for the quality of these.  
 
http://www.coldsteel.com/kukrimachetes.html
 
I bought one of the gladius models and it's a cutting machine. It takes a great edge and holds it very well.  
 
Here's a link also to the very high quality version that cold steel offers. You would be hard pressed to find a better one but it's a bit pricey.  
 
http://www.coldsteel.com/sanmaigurkha.html
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Re: Where to buy a Kukri?
Reply #9 - Nov 30th, 2011, 3:53pm
 
I think here are the best, I have 6 of them.
http://www.gurkha-imports.com/de/khukuris/reviews
 
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Reply #10 - Nov 30th, 2011, 10:52pm
 
Whatever you do, DON"T GET THE COLD STEEL KUKRI!  It is not authentic, and is hardly anything like actual kukuri knives.  It is a machete, not a knife (although kukuri's are very large knives...).
 
I bought mine on eBay.  Here are some examples (although neither is mine):
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Commando-Gurkha-Kukri-Knife-Nepal-Gurka-khukuri-Yak-Horn -Leather-XX-LARGE-18-/150710268641?pt=Collectible_Knives&hash=item23170832e1#ht_5753wt_1270
http://www.ebay.com/itm/15-5-Kukri-Battle-Dagger-Gurkha-knife-w-leather-sheath-/ 220902890130?pt=Collectible_Knives&hash=item336ed69a92#ht_697wt_1398
 
Keep in mind, there are a number of different types of kukuris, the most common being military and rural (may be incorrect on the latter's name; regardless, it is those used by nepalese farmers).  I would suggest the military version, although both are made of high carbon steel, making them some of the strongest knives you can own.
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Re: Where to buy a Kukri?
Reply #11 - Dec 1st, 2011, 9:05am
 
stuck with khurkri house.  
Several reasons.  
 
1) you're dealing with a company run by ex-british army gurkhas. Some of the hardest men in the world and people who have used khurkris both in battle and in everyday life while on deployment.
2) all the knives are made by nepalese craftsmen in the traditional manner.
3) you are supporting the economy of one of the world's poorest countries
4) you want  a proper khurkri - buy it from a gurkha Smiley  
 
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In this already over crowded and gratuitously competed khukuri business where majority of people sell fake and imitation, KHUKURI HOUSE HANDICRAFT INDUSTRY or better known as KHHI stands out and reigns because of the simple and sincere fact that KHHI is GENUINE. It is also the world’s first and largest manufacturer and retailer of original khukuris since 1989 and embraces a strong reputation as being the official supplier and maker for the British Gurkhas. Similarly its strict adherence to superior quality, total professionalism, 100% originality and fair prices have always differentiated KHHI from the rest. Furthermore its priceless dedication and contribution in saving the state of Khukuri which was in the verge of extinction and promoting it to the international level have intensely defined KHHI. Lastly and most importantly KHHI’s remarkable commitment and motivation in uplifting the standard and status of Kamis and their unique craftsmanship that was in dire striates have set KHHI in the history book in its own right.

Today the khukuri business has substantially grown and so has the reputation and standard of the khukuri. Along with the grooming business status of Kamis has considerably improved and their outstanding skill is being recognized. It has also paved ways for enormous opportunities, possibilities and given platform to exploring further avenues. Similarly huge production, maximum involvement of people and their desire in doing business, and realization of the market credibility have created numerous job opportunities increasing the living standard of people as a whole. We at KHHI take pleasure witnessing the development that has been happening for years and credit itself with pride for the crucial role it played as we believe that this would not have happened if KHHI was not established and did not show the dedication and determination.

 
Nuff said - accept no cheap american or chinese ripoff substitutes.
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Re: Where to buy a Kukri?
Reply #12 - Dec 1st, 2011, 7:01pm
 
Ah, c_a, you're killing me.  My thoughts were the same (I really did go and read all of that background info on my own), but decided against it because the shipping was so expensive.  If I ever get any sort of budget, that's where I'll go.
 
Thanks for all the links, I will look through them all.
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Re: Where to buy a Kukri?
Reply #13 - Dec 1st, 2011, 8:54pm
 
Atlanta Cutlery imports all of their kukris from the same Nepalese manufacturer as Khukuri house, they aren't made in America. They're the same kukris as Khukuri House, but without the price of importing a big chunk of metal. (Even though the kukri itself is slightly more expensive.)
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Reply #14 - Dec 1st, 2011, 9:49pm
 
Quote from Masiakasaurus on Dec 1st, 2011, 8:54pm:
Atlanta Cutlery imports all of their kukris from the same Nepalese manufacturer as Khukuri house, they aren't made in America. They're the same kukris as Khukuri House, but without the price of importing a big chunk of metal. (Even though the kukri itself is slightly more expensive.)

 
same for the ebay knives too. i would go for either those or atlanta cutlery
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