Interesting Kukri

[drac2k]

I have this kukri with some interesting marks; I am assuming that the 5-30 is a date, however, there are some curious marks surrounding the numbers, which I am curious about; are they arsenal marks, inspectors marks, and if so, from where.

[David R]

The numbers are more likely an issue or even an export number. Probably postwar with the "broken back" blade profile and brass mounts. Possibly Indian Army issue.

[drac2k]

Thanks, David; the 5-30, has a dash; do you think that it is pre-WW2?