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23rd August 2011, 07:43 PM
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Golden Kukri
Hello, I recall seeing a golden handled kukri a week ago and if I am not mistaken it ended last night. Unfortunately, I was out of town, I was not able to watch it end or even cast my lowly bid. Can some one provide me a link to it or just the ebay item number. Really appreciate it. Thanks again, Chris
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23rd August 2011, 10:42 PM
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23rd August 2011, 10:46 PM
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Here are the other pictures for our archives. I believe it to be North Indian with gold over copper. Notice the second edge on top of the blade. It went for $1900!
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23rd August 2011, 10:49 PM
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Thank you so much Lew for attaching the link.
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24th August 2011, 02:56 AM
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Khukuri
I put in a last few seconds bid that wasn't even close. I think that the blade may well be wootz. Agree or disagree? Steve
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24th August 2011, 01:00 PM
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Maybe but for that price let's hope so.
 
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24th August 2011, 01:51 PM
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Probably the only non-muslim weapon I really wanted.
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25th August 2011, 03:42 AM
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Stunning and unique piece!
I see the under bidder is a member of our community, perhaps he'll be prepared to share more? Gav |
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25th August 2011, 04:53 AM
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Here is a similar Khukuri
Gav I wasn't even close but, felt it's rarity deserved a go. I'm reminded of this one. http://www.oriental-arms.com/item.php?id=4373. Sorry at the moment having just switched to Win 7 I'm unable to add a photo. Steve
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25th August 2011, 05:00 AM
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Another however pushed the envelope to the enth degree and nearly got it, I'd be interested to know more on his thoughts....still a bargain too in my opinion. I have of course left him un-named in case he wished to remain anon. Gav |
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25th August 2011, 05:18 PM
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A great piece. I missed seeing this one. I hope the new owner will show more pics
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25th August 2011, 06:13 PM
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wow what a kukri.
the seller seems to think the fittings are brass? But surely looks to be gold. Whats up with the blade along the spine? has a style i havent seen before, the pics arent clear but looks like almost liked its double edged? one of a kind no doubt, would love to hear what spiral thinks of this one? |
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25th August 2011, 11:58 PM
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The spine is a T-spine until you get to the second edge on the back. Yes a unique piece. Indian versions of the kukri are various.
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26th August 2011, 11:04 AM
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Lovely piece, Looks gilt on thick brass to me, as Battara says clearly Indian, nicley forged T spine, must be from between 1875 to 1930 I would think, interesting hanging loop for wall hanging, {should be two, with chain between.} Ive normaly seen that on 20th century pieces. Apart from kaudi bieng in existance not that much Hindu symbolism. I wonder if it could be a Sikh piece? Definatly a prestigious kukri,though! Spiral |
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26th August 2011, 11:51 AM
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I have a very different point of view with regards to this segment of your comment, definately not for wall hanging. This is likely by geography, anywhere from Bengal territories to the Dehli Sultinate...in my opinion likely western regions of the Dehli Sultinate and a personal side arm of an important individual who had relations with the northern borders. The single loop aspect is also pure Indian as per the images attached and note the daggers in figures 215, 216, 221, 222 & 224 of Arts of the Muslim Knight. Gav Last edited by freebooter; 26th August 2011 at 09:01 PM. Reason: chages pages reference to figures reference |
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26th August 2011, 04:36 PM
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Excelent info & examples Gav!
Had not seen the single loop feature on a kukri before. What is its purpose? Spiral |
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26th August 2011, 09:11 PM
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I have not seen any period paintings close enough but I suspect, as these weapons all appear to be sash mounted, that it was for a safety chain. Fig 215 quoted above shows a small silver loop chain, perhaps the sash was fed through this loop before being wrapped on the body. Other suggestions , a decorative or votive charm might have been hung from here....but I think a safety chain/loop....who wants to drop anything on the run.....Gav Last edited by freebooter; 27th August 2011 at 06:41 AM. Reason: spelling |
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27th August 2011, 12:53 AM
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That Sounds logical Gav, Any chance of a scan of fig.215 as I dont have that reference work? If you have the time of course, emails cool.
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27th August 2011, 06:44 AM
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27th August 2011, 08:24 PM
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Don't forget to post those here.........
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28th August 2011, 05:19 PM
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Stunning Piece! Lovely to see
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29th August 2011, 12:04 AM
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7th September 2011, 10:08 PM
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In one word. Stabbing! Spiral |
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19th July 2014, 11:40 AM
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Stabbing indeed Spiral.
I have had great honour in handling many fine and rare Kukri as many of you know and I hope the owner doesn't mind me saying say but this example is the best Kukri I ever handled in form, contruction and quality. |
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19th July 2014, 12:00 PM
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Indeed Gav!
It certainly looks a quality piece... Only one bit , I don't like, that of the blade riccaso extending below the hilt line. Both aesthetically & practically that seems unnecessary to me. But Id gladly home it for further study! Spiral |
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19th July 2014, 12:53 PM
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19th July 2014, 06:14 PM
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Sounds good Gav! Any idea of its weight & balance point?
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20th July 2014, 01:46 AM
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I haven't weighed it J but the balance point is just in front of the handle.
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20th July 2014, 06:22 AM
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Cheers!
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