Gorkha Panawal Ankhola Kukri with Deer Horn Handle - 10 Inch Overall Length

The Gorkha, also known as the Gurkha, is a traditional knife called the Panawal Ankhola with a handle made from deer horn. It is commonly used for jungle wood cutting, hiking, kitchen tasks, and everyday use due to its easy carry design. This knife holds great effectiveness as a kukri and is a symbolic weapon of Nepal and Gurkhas worldwide. It represents the courage and valor of its bearer in battle and is a significant part of the Nepalese Gurkha Rifles' weaponry and heraldry. Many people refer to it as the "Gurkha blade" or "Gurkha knife". The blade of this attacking knife is made from highly graded carbon steel, ensuring its strength and durability. It has a balanced temper on the edge, making it even more robust. In addition to its use in war, this blade can also be utilized for chopping wood, cleaning bones, and clearing bushes. It is a standard issue in Gurkha units, although they may have other military kukris for special occasions or training purposes. Please note that each handcrafted knife may have slight variations in measurement. The blade hardness is as follows: spine - 22-25 RC, belly - 45-46 RC, edge - 58-60 RC. The steel type used is 5160 Car Spring. The blade size is approximately 5 inches, made from highly graded carbon steel and polished. The deer horn handle measures 4.5 inches and is a full tang handle made of wood. The overall length of the knife, from the tip of the blade to the pommel of the handle, is 10 inches. The scabbard is cotton covered in buffalo leather.