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Caution
1 Care should be taken not to expose the khukuri scabbard into the sun for a longer
period of time as heating may help it to shrink a bit, and hence making the blade
difficult to insert.
2 Using the blade on metallic surface and stone etc. should be avoided.
3 Keep away from water and fingerprint.
4 Khukuri is not a throwing knife so must never be thrown.
5 It is also not a hammering tool.
6 Over working on the bevel or sharp edge area while maintaining or repairing
should be avoided as heat generated from it can spoil/loosen the temper of the
blade.
7 Guidance and supervision is essential before use and must always be kept out of
reach of children.
8 Always maintain your khukuri in a timely manner so that its life can be prolonged.
9 Using khukuri in extreme conditions should also be avoided.
Sheath IMP note:
Since both the blade and sheath are freshly made in some kukris, in order to protect
the blade it is packed separately (not tucked in the sheath). In this process the
freshly made sheath can get slightly shrunk in transit making the blade difficult to
tuck in and out on receipt. In a case like this, please follow this instruction carefully
(Too Tight or Too Loose).
Too Tight; because of too hot surrounding temperature, leather can shrink giving
extra pressure to the inner wooden frame of the scabbard resulting into narrowing
the blades room and thus making drawing in and out difficult. In a case like this, oil
the blade sufficiently and then completely tuck in the blade forcefully if needed. Hit
the front edge of the scabbard close to the throat and the back edge several times
with one hand while the other holds the khukuri handle firmly. Then draw the blade
in and out a few times and repeat the hitting action. Lastly tuck in the khukuri
completely and firmly push the blade forward against the front edge of the scabbard
and then store in a cool dry place for few days.
Too Loose; very cold temperature can extend the leather, widen the blades room
and thus make it loose (this is very rare though). To avoid this, put the khukuri
scabbard (only) in the sun for few hours (2-4hrs) to dry. The sun will heat the leather
and thus contracts narrowing the khukuri room. Khukuri blade can also be
prevented from wobbling inside the scabbard by pushing the blade forward towards
the front edge of the scabbard. It is also recommended to glue a piece of leather
from inside on the upper surface of the wooden frame as a washer to tighten the
blade in the scabbard. In loose cases, always make sure to keep the blade and
scabbard separately when storing.
HANDLING
Holding- Normal Basic
A basic and very simple fist position where the thumb extends/stays straight
forward on top of index finger and closed-tight fist grip around the handle as
shown in the picture. This position is recommended for use during combat,
close encounter, exercise, and training.
Here the thumb stays up slightly bent on the spine of the blade (kukri) with the fist
tightly closed around the handle. This position will give the much needed pressure
or force to throw or swing the blade against any surfaces. The thumb will maintain
the balance and also push the blade forward or downward making the work
effective and tireless. This position is specially recommended for cutting, hacking,
using or performing any kinds of domestic, outdoor and jungle work. This grip is also
very handy for slicing and peeling off an object. It is also advised that while using
any kukri movement above the waist level, it should be held in the Normal (Basic)
way, whereas, for movements below waist level the Thumps Up position is
recommended. These positions will ensure the user gets maximum potential or
impact possible from a kukri.
Carrying
The most common and the easiest way is to wear the kukri at waist level on one
side, edge or belly of the kukri facing straight or slightly downward opposite side of
the using hand.
While drawing (incase of right-handed user), left hand should first hold the back side
of scabbard firmly by placing the palm around it and then the right hand should
come into action; grip the handle firmly with closed fist around the handle and
gently draw out the kukri. In this whole movement, user must make sure that his
left hand that holds the scabbard is not overlapping the scabbards belly or front
edge ( as the sharp kukri blade might cut through from inside and injure the
crossing fingers). It is recommended to slightly turn/move the scabbard downward
while drawing out for easier pulling.
Different people carry kukri in different style or in whatever manner that benefits
them the most. Typical village kukris dont have belt loops since villagers or farmers
dont put on waist belts as they prefer to wear Patuka or Sash (a long cloth that
goes around their waist circling it twice or thrice). Villagers use it to hold or put on
their kukri. They keep their kukri inside the Patuka facing downward at about a 60*
parallel to land level on stomach portion as shown in the picture.
Soldiers on duty wear kukris on the right side of their belt. The kukri remains upright
facing its belly straight back. Similarly while on parade, the kukri is worn on the
middle/center of the backside. The idea is to get both waist sides free so that hands
can be swung and moved freely while performing. However the drawing task is
more difficult because of its placement. Practice and body movement to
accommodate the draw is crucial.
When releasing the stroke; the body should lean slightly towards the object;
maintain the sole position and move the free hand aside as the stroke comes in and
swing the kukri with full strength.
Make sure that the hitting arm is stretched out and the wrist flexible to meet the
targeted point/surface at about 45-75* angle during the intended blow. Move the
kukri free hand at the back as the stroke comes in so that proper body balance can
be maintained. This movement will give a perfect balance and clean lethal blow
with a fatal consequences.
notch. Now flip the kukri to the other side and repeat the action. Repeat till you get
the desired sharpness or edge. The Chakmak sharpening process is quite laborious
and time consuming. Therefore, a sharpening stone or designated sharpening
hardware is recommended for faster and better results.
Take a smooth file. Hold the kukri in an angular position facing its edge towards the
body. Position the file parallel to the floor and start filling/scrubbing to and fro from
beyond the area of bent and gently towards it (following the curve) with some
reasonable force. Use more force if required at the stiff bent section. Slightly move
the kukris angle up and down as you are filling. Make sure to cover a distance of 11.5 inches up and down from the actual bent part when filling.
Flip the knife to the other side (opposite towards the body). Follow the same steps
as above.
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