Original 19th Century Nepalese Gurkha Long Leaf Kukri Fighting Knife with Scabbard, Chakmak & Karda Bren LMG operating number 41-24603

operating number 41-24603

The curved blade of this example is in good condition

Sewn on medal ribbons: Distinguished Flying Cross

and brownish inner liner

The leather liner chin strap is also present

Original 19th Century Nepalese Gurkha Long Leaf Kukri Fighting Knife with Scabbard, Chakmak & Karda Bren LMG operating number 41-24603Original Item: Only One Set Available. The Gurkha Kukri is possibly the most recognizable and famous fighting knife ever developed. Indigenous to the mountain Kingdom of Nepal, home of the Gurkhas who were "absorbed" into the British sphere of influence with the Treaty of Seguli in 1816. These ferocious fighters were infamous for their valor and for using the kukri an amazing "Tool of Death". It is a forward leaning leaf shaped blade, which provided