OEM version of American cold steel -39LGKI Kukri dog leg with hand guard

Gurkha soldiers and Gurkha people particularly enjoy wearing Gurkha curved knives (also known as Gogol curved knives). This curved blade has a length of 30-40 centimeters and cannot be used as a throwing knife due to its curvature, but it is very useful in hand to hand combat. It is said that once this curved knife is pulled out, blood must be seen. Generally, an adult Gurkha man can chop off the head of a water buffalo with one strike. If he cannot chop it off with one strike, he cannot be considered a man. Therefore, the curved sword created a special atmosphere for the Gurkhas with an average height of only 1.6 meters. The creed of the Gurkha soldiers, 'It's better to die than to live cowardly,' demonstrates their strong character.
Weapons are generally famous for their advanced nature. The Gurkha curved sword has great power, but only Gurkha soldiers can use it to the extreme. The Khalkha people have been wearing this type of knife since the age of 5, used for mowing grass, digging holes, clearing roads, and protecting themselves. As adults, the skills of using curved knives have become very proficient, and the knife has become an extension of their arms. Weapons are generally famous for their advanced nature, but the Gogol curved sword became famous in the 19th century when firearms were prevalent.
Over the past 150 years, the Khalkha people have participated in almost all conflicts related to Britain or India. Wherever they go, the curved sword at their waist automatically indicates their identity, and the reputation of the curved sword spreads far and wide. Even some Indian, Burmese, and Singaporean armies have made it one of their equipment. As the national sword of Nepal, the Gurkha curved sword is not only a representative of Nepalese culture, but also a symbol of honor for Gurkha soldiers. Soldiers who achieve military achievements will be given a Gurkha curved sword engraved with their name.
Total length: 435mm
Blade length: 285mm
Handle length: 130mm
Blade width: 55mm
Blade thickness: 7.7mm
Blade material: 9Cr13Mov
Weight: 940g (including packaging)
Hardness: 58-60HRC
Surface: Sanding
Handle material: Kraton
Lock type: fixed lock
Other: Comes with leather case