Engraved kukri

[edge213]

I picked this one up over the weekend.
Wood handle and a wood sheath.
It's pretty heavily engraved with what looks like a sea serpent.
I assume it's ceremonial or for tourist.

Any information would be appreciated.

[edge213]

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[ken98k]

I picked this one up over the weekend.
Wood handle and a wood sheath.
It's pretty heavily engraved with what looks like a sea serpent.
I assume it's ceremonial or for tourist.

Any information would be appreciated.

My limited experience leans toward a tourist model.

[Legend]

Also in my opinion I would say this is a tourist model , what did you pay ?

[edge213]

Also in my opinion I would say this is a tourist model , what did you pay ?

$20

[edge213]

Also in my opinion I would say this is a tourist model , what did you pay ?

$20

[ken98k]

Also in my opinion I would say this is a tourist model , what did you pay ?

$20

That's a good deal!

[edge213]

Also in my opinion I would say this is a tourist model , what did you pay ?

$20

That's a good deal!

Thanks

[edge213]

I appreciate the comments, but it seems too well made to be a tourist knife.
I would think a ceremonial piece, but what the heck do I know?

[ken98k]

I appreciate the comments, but it seems too well made to be a tourist knife.
I would think a ceremonial piece, but what the heck do I know?

I'll bet knife7nut would know for sure.

[LittleAugieMo]

What edge213 said. I'm no expert on this type/style of knife,but based on sheath alone this isn't a "tourist piece"

[GSPTOPDOG]

I picked this one up over the weekend.
Wood handle and a wood sheath.
It's pretty heavily engraved with what looks like a sea serpent.
I assume it's ceremonial or for tourist.

Any information would be appreciated.

So, I have been to Nepal on a quest to find Kukris and I have collected them for years, I have maybe 50 or so... That being said ... I am no expert be any means. Yours looks to be a good quality decent kukri. It looks like it might be a “Sanglo” in Nepali means SLENDER. As per the term used here the shape of the kukri blade is thin, goes narrow following a slender outline. The spine is also in most cases more on the straighter side. Due to it’s sleek shape it is light thus handy and fast to use and carry. This type of kukris are typically known as “Sirupate” in kukri terminology. There is a leaf called “Siru” found in the hilly regions of Nepal and the natural shape of the leaf inspires the blade’s shape. It is one of the classic versions and is believed to have originated from the Eastern part of the country. It was and is mainly objected for domestic usages. It is one of my favorite types of kukris and I have a few around the house. Nice find!

[edge213]

I picked this one up over the weekend.
Wood handle and a wood sheath.
It's pretty heavily engraved with what looks like a sea serpent.
I assume it's ceremonial or for tourist.

Any information would be appreciated.

So, I have been to Nepal on a quest to find Kukris and I have collected them for years, I have maybe 50 or so... That being said ... I am no expert be any means. Yours looks to be a good quality decent kukri. It looks like it might be a “Sanglo” in Nepali means SLENDER. As per the term used here the shape of the kukri blade is thin, goes narrow following a slender outline. The spine is also in most cases more on the straighter side. Due to it’s sleek shape it is light thus handy and fast to use and carry. This type of kukris are typically known as “Sirupate” in kukri terminology. There is a leaf called “Siru” found in the hilly regions of Nepal and the natural shape of the leaf inspires the blade’s shape. It is one of the classic versions and is believed to have originated from the Eastern part of the country. It was and is mainly objected for domestic usages. It is one of my favorite types of kukris and I have a few around the house. Nice find!

Thanks Dog, I appreciate the information.

[GSPTOPDOG]

I picked this one up over the weekend.
Wood handle and a wood sheath.

Thanks Dog, I appreciate the information.

You are welcome I am always happy to see post on Kukris!

[ken98k]

Here's one I have. I don't know anything about is origin. I was told it's a tourist souvenir.

[JonTerry]

The only thing I really know about them ( which should be more considering I am British ) is the following............

A true Kukri will have two long smaller blades, not the two inch things you see, but closer to 4-5"

The blunt one will be called the Chakmak which is used for sharpening and striking flint.

The Sharp small blade is called the Karda which is just a small all purpose knife.

Normally if you get a Kukri with the short small blades they tend to be tourist Items.

I may be wrong so feel free to correct me

JT

[JonTerry]

Just thoguht I would add, I see these for sale every day here in the UK so if anyone wants me to "middleman" a UK purchase let me know

[zed6309]

Models like these with a closed kaudi or cho in this design are usually called a chainpure, useable for sure, I collect khukuris and have used them on camp for nearly 40yrs , great for chopping kindling, and cutting away brush , and I use mine as a draw knife , here is my 15inch blades chainpure on my last camp