EGKH-13" Cheetlange Light Version Khukuri | Gurkha Issue Khukuri Nepal | Camping

This is 13" Cheetlange Light Version kukri - Full Tang Blocker Handle traditional farmer khukuri. Cheetlang, a small hilly town, is situated in eastern part of Nepal. This type of khukuri is made in that place. Hence it is called Cheetlange wooden khukuri. The name "Cheetlange" of the khukuri is given after its village name where it originated centuries ago. Cheetlang people specialized in many ornamented and decorative dis-players amongst which the Cheetlange khukuri is one of their prized and prestigious establishments. A Cheetlange khukuri is basically a simple working and decorative knife. The glory, sovereignty, character, culture and people of Nepal is tried to captured in this unique work of art by the Cheetlange. Commoners mostly use it as a decorative tool because of its elegant and delicate look. Material UsedHighly Graded Carbon Steel 5160, refine Leather for Scabbard(outside) and rosewood and bone for the Handle, Pinewood for the Scabbard (inside), Brass and "Laha" ( Nepali Traditional Glue). Belly2.1 Inch. Blade Size and Type13 inch (33.02 cm), Hand Forged Unpolished Blade. Handle Circumference4 Inch. Handle Size and Type6 inch (15.24 cm) full tang rosewood and water buffalo bone Handle. Hardness of steelspine=22-25 RC, belly=45-46 RC, edge=58-60 RC. Lower Spine2 mm. Upper Spine6 mm.