Very large kukri.

[David R]

My second purchase of last weekend, the largest "real" kukri I have ever handled. Also posted on other collector pages, but I do like to share! A very large dui chirra, with a 16.5 inch (41.91 cm) blade, but very light at 18.37 oz (520 grm). I believe this to also be the oldest kukri in my collection.
At this size and weight I don't see it as being a tool, a sacrificial blade or a secondary weapon, but I think a blade to accompany a dhal (shield) into battle. Open to other opinions though.

[kronckew]

Looks just a tad longer than my stag handled one that I call 'Godzilla'., mine has a 14.5 in. fullered blade measured straight from tip to bolster & 20 in. overall. Neither is as big as the ones they normally use for sacrificing.

[Treeslicer]

A lovely pair of kukris for sure! David, I sure wish I had your flea markets in my area.

David R., What is the significance to provenance of the way that the upright prong of the kaura is filed with indents on this one, as well as on the one in your steel-hilt thread?

Kronckew, I like your "Godzilla" a lot. Is the scabbard all leather as it appears, or does it have a wood or other core to prevent the edge from cutting out? I'm currently designing one, and am considering an all-leather with a rayskin strip to reinforce along the blade edge.

[kronckew]

Originally Posted by Treeslicer

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Kronckew, I like your "Godzilla" a lot. Is the scabbard all leather as it appears, or does it have a wood or other core to prevent the edge from cutting out? I'm currently designing one, and am considering an all-leather with a rayskin strip to reinforce along the blade edge.

It's a suede cover for the more traditional original wood core & black leather covered scabbard, minus the frog & tool pouches. I had it made so I could attach a baldric as it's a bit too heavy for a belt carry. The stag grip is aligned perfectly as is the fit to my hand so the edge indexes correctly even if I am not looking at it.

[David R]

Originally Posted by Treeslicer

A lovely pair of kukris for sure! David, I sure wish I had your flea markets in my area.

David R., What is the significance to provenance of the way that the upright prong of the kaura is filed with indents on this one, as well as on the one in your steel-hilt thread?

I am lucky, but also diligent. My best bargains have been found under dealers tables, and in the "dump boxes" of dealers who specialise in other stuff, like bayonets, military swords and western knives.

Regarding the kaudi, there is a lot of discussion as to their meaning and significance... but in my opinion, a more detailed and complex shape to this portion is a ringing bell declaring something better and more interesting than usual.