This is the current issue Kukri for Gurkhas who are in Afghan war. Therefore the name derived after the Afghanistan. The Gurkhas are deployed since the war started for Enduring Operation Freedom in Afghanistan. The Regiment is decided to carry new kukri fit to the Afghan environment. Therefore the Afghan Kukri AEOF is issued to Gurkhas. It is about 16" in overall length with an 11" Double Fullered (Angkhola Style) semi-polished made of high graded carbon Steel, Very sharp blade. The handle is made of Rose-wood. The shape is different and has finger grip. The scabbard is natural leather which is brown color. Two small knife "karda"and" Chakmak" are free with this kukri. "karda"sharp one is for small type of work like skining animals etc.and "chakmak' blunt one is for sharpening the blade.This kukri can be used to cut wood,meat,clearing bushes etc. The craftsmanship on this knife is amazing so if you are looking for the finest quality Kukri for "Christmas Gift" you will not be disappointed. *Specification of 11" Authentic British Gurkha Afghan Issue Brown Sheath Khukuri : This is handcrafted kukri therefore please note that each one might have slight variations in size, weight and design. Blade Size and Type : 11 inch (27.5cm) Handmade and Unpolished blade. Handle : 5 Inches (12.70cm) full tang Rosewood handle. Material Used : Highly Graded Carbon Steel(car & jeep spring leaf), Rosewood for handle, Refine buffalo leather for scabbard (Outside), Pinewood for Scabbard (inside), Whitemetal and "Laha" (Nepali Traditional Glue).. Weight : 1.76 lbs (800 grams) Approx, Blade and Sheath & Karda & Chakmak. Overall length : 15.5 inches (38.75cm) from tip of the blade to pommel of the handle (Aprox) . Place Of Origin : EGKH Factory in Dharan (East Nepal)
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