World War 2 Military 3 Chirra Kukri.
North India /Nepal
1940`s-1950´s.
A Original & genuine late World War 2 Era Military "3 Chirra" Kukri; with three fullers (aka Tin /3 Chirra).
Overall 41,5 cm, Blade 31 cm, Handle 11 cm, , Belly 5 cm, Spine 0,7 cm, Drop 8,2 cm.
The Blade speaks for itself beyond any doubt that it was made for serious duty and war following a early MK5 design.
The black horn is solid and has some traditional patterns carved into the handle;
it may have been made in North East India, specially Darjeeling and Sikkim areas,
two large areas of Gurkha / Gorkha recruitment
and a well known region for high quality Kukri knifes.
Diamond rat tail brass fitting to handle.
Complete Scabbard with brass rim, karda, chakmak, pouch pocket
and like the Kukri reflects a superior quality of the middle of the 20th century craftsmanship.
Very Good condition.
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