Long-handled Kukri

russel · 13th February 2014, 09:14 PM

After three years of collecting Kukri, I am now the proud custodian of a long-handled Kukri! (After reading posts and discussions here and elsewhere about the terms Hanshee and Lambendh, I this I will stick to a simple, descriptive name for this style of weapon).

Mine isn't the biggest or finest example, but I am pleased with it nonetheless. The blade is sharp and undamaged, the handle has some old, patinated chips. Curiously the bolster has been secured with a nail! This repair seems, to me at any rate, quite old. All in all a solid, well balanced weapon.

I can appreciate the utility of the long handle: I am a man of slight stature (small hands). Used single handed, the extra length provides great balance. With both hands this would deliver a devastating blow.

I would appreciate any thoughts members have.

Cheers, Russel

13th February 2014, 09:14 PM	#1
russel Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Tasmania, Australia Posts: 236	Long-handled Kukri After three years of collecting Kukri, I am now the proud custodian of a long-handled Kukri! (After reading posts and discussions here and elsewhere about the terms Hanshee and Lambendh, I this I will stick to a simple, descriptive name for this style of weapon). Mine isn't the biggest or finest example, but I am pleased with it nonetheless. The blade is sharp and undamaged, the handle has some old, patinated chips. Curiously the bolster has been secured with a nail! This repair seems, to me at any rate, quite old. All in all a solid, well balanced weapon. I can appreciate the utility of the long handle: I am a man of slight stature (small hands). Used single handed, the extra length provides great balance. With both hands this would deliver a devastating blow. I would appreciate any thoughts members have. Cheers, Russel Attached Images