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Old 2nd June 2009, 03:00 PM   #1
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but despite grip style I have formed the opinion that grip is period to piece due to comparison with Lambendh. Both of these kukris balance upright at balance point. They also share the same balance point of 4 1/2 in.
I believe the grip style is probably correct, however for horn to be in that condition for a kukri made at least hundred years ago is unusual.
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If I recall Mr Andreas Volk made the interesting observation that the only kukris he knows of that Balance upright unaided are:Full tang(military), Metal grip and Lambendhs. The pieces I have to hand in my own small collection bear testament to this.
That may be his and your experience, however both partial and stick tang kukri also have this feature.
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Lambendh
Is not a recognised Nepali name for either handle or kukri type.

Lovely close up of the silver work, a very very nce kukri mate, as is the bottom one, nice pieces to have in your collection.
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Old 4th June 2009, 09:07 AM   #2
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G'day
Battara, I thought you might enjoy the silver work. Glad you liked.
Sirupati, as always Thank you for sharing your expertise.
Thanks to all for their comments.

Cheers,

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