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Originally Posted by RobertGuy
No problem Rickysti. That was my first kukri (which I still have). I think these tourist kukris served to introduce many people to the type. Just so long as they are not sold to them as genuine military or tribal items.
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Hi Robert.
Much agreed. For many years I carried a Kukri while on camping and hunting trips. You have to actually use one to appreciate why they were so popular. The one I still use is the military "styled" one, with the two-rivit handle sold by Atlanta Cutlery. It makes short work while cutting small branches or gathering kindling wood. Even the small knives are really handy for cutting twine - or even a steak LOL.
That said, I can also see the historical collector interest in certain varities. I've seen ones posted by Forum members I wouldn't dream of taking into the field. LOL They are beautiful.
Question: I'm sure this has been answered before on the Forum, but what decade do you think the Kukri originated ? 18___?
Thanks, Rick.