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Andrew · 15th January 2006, 08:44 PM

Hi Freddy,

This is a Burmese-made kukhri. Probably not made for use.

The handle demonstrates the same decoration seen on "Temple Dha", and is usually made of white metal. The koftgari on the blade is also a very typical Burmese decoration.

Best,
Andrew

15th January 2006, 08:44 PM	#3
Andrew Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: USA Posts: 1,725	Hi Freddy, This is a Burmese-made kukhri. Probably not made for use. The handle demonstrates the same decoration seen on "Temple Dha", and is usually made of white metal. The koftgari on the blade is also a very typical Burmese decoration. Best, Andrew