can this knife be ordered w/ a left handed sheath?

The khukuri is traditionally a right-handed weapon. It's unlikely they will break tradition, since adhering to tradition is what they're all about. You would probably need to unstitch the sheath and reskin it.

Is this a parade kukri or a fighting kukri?

Fighting Very balanced and sharp, good feel and great sheath.

Does the scabbard have two spots for the karda and the chakmak? (The small utility knife and the blunt one used to aid in sharpening?

It does have two spots for the karda and chakmak.

of course, it is sharpened.......................

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EGKH - Service No.1 Gripper Handle Kukri - Authentic Army Issue Khukuri Knife - Hand Forged Carbon Steel Blade in Nepal by Ex - Military Khukuri House

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Age Range (Description)
Service No.1
Blade Material
High Carbon
Brand
EGKH
Color
Highly
Handle Material
Horn
Included Components
Curved Blade

🐃5.5" genuine horn handle

⚙️5160 carbon steel, 54-55 RC edge hardness

🗡️10.5" razor-sharp blade

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Description

🗡️ Own the legacy. Command the edge.

COMPLETE TACTICAL KIT - Includes buffalo leather scabbard with dual leather belt loops, plus traditional chakmak and karda tools for field readiness.
ICONIC MILITARY HERITAGE - Authentic UK Army-issued kukri, a symbol of elite service and tradition.
PRECISION BALANCED DESIGN - Perfect 16" overall length with full tang rat-tail blade for superior control and durability.
PREMIUM MATERIALS FINISH - High carbon 5160 steel with a highly polished edge and water-tempered hardness for razor-sharp performance.
MASTERFUL HAND FORGED CRAFTSMANSHIP - Each blade is meticulously handmade by veteran blacksmiths in Nepal, ensuring unmatched quality and uniqueness.

The Service No.1 Gripper Handle Kukri is a hand-forged, authentic military-grade kukri knife crafted by ex-veteran artisans in Nepal. Featuring a 10.5-inch high carbon 5160 steel blade with a razor-sharp edge hardened to 54-55 RC, and a durable 5.5-inch horn handle, this kukri is the official issue for British Army soldiers. Its polished finish, full tang construction, and traditional leather scabbard with sharpening and skinning tools make it a perfect blend of heritage, precision, and tactical functionality.

Specifications

ASIN	B0CCK5CFZX
Age Range (Description)	Service No.1 Gripper Handle Kukri
Age Range Description	Service No.1 Gripper Handle Kukri
Best Sellers Rank	#661,156 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #382 in Fixed-Blade Knives
Blade Edge	Flat
Blade Length	10.5 Inches
Blade Material	High Carbon Steel
Blade Shape	Kukri
Brand	EGKH
Brand Name	EGKH
Color	Highly polished
Customer Package Type	Standard Packaging
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 64 Reviews
Global Trade Identification Number	00860010697504
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Handle Material	Horn
Included Components	Curved Blade
Is Product Cordless	Yes
Item Length	16 Inches
Item Shape	curved, Kukri
Item Weight	750 Grams
Manufacturer	Ex Gurkha Khukuri House
Model Name	Service No.1 Gripper Handle Kukri
Part Number	EGKH
Product Care Instructions	Apply proper engine oil all the time before keeping the blade inside the sheath
Recommended Uses For Product	Bushcrafting, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Skinning
Reusability	Reusable
Special Feature	Highly Polished Official Issued Blade
Special Features	Highly Polished Official Issued Blade
Style	traditional khukuri
UPC	806802577029
Unit Count	1.0 Count

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