Khukuri, which is also known as gorkha knife, is a semi curve metal knife khukuri is a national knife of Nepal; it has gained popularity not only and is synonymous with valor of legendary gorkha soldiers. Bowie knife, stiletto, scimitar, roman sword, samurai or machetes are the name of some famous knives of the world but most popular or famous of them is khukuri (kukri). We can find at least one k
hukuri in Nepalese house. As khukuri has awesome cutting power it is used in various purpose inside and outside the home. It is not just a knife; it has strong relationship with gorkha soldiers as well as Nepalese history. Khukuri is a medium length curved knife with comfortable weight and is carried by each soldier with them in their uniform and in battle. Khukuri symbolizes bravery and valor of gorkha soldiers throughout the world. The blade of khukuri is made up of steel and the handle is made of wood, buffalo horn and metals. Khukuri is carried in a scabbard, which is a wooden frame covered with leather and has protective metal over the tip, but some scabbards are wrapped with cotton instead of leather. Scabbards have two pockets to hold two tiny knives Karda and Chakmak.Karda is a small knife and its main purpose is to cut small things and also work as a skinning knife whereas chakmak is a sharpener and its main purpose is to sharp the khukuri and maintain sharp edge of khukuri. The notch (Kaura) in the blade near the hilt of most khukuri serve as a conduit for the blood on the blade to drip out thus prevents it from soiling the hilt, as well as device for catching and neutralizing an enemy blade. Khukuri is not only the national knife but also has great importance and is worshipped by Nepalese during Dashain.
