Let’s Talk About Cold Steel Kukris Part 1 // The Kukri Machete

[@2104dogface]

LOVE my CS Special projects Kukri, While in the Army i had it either strapped to my Ruck or on my belt. And when i went as a security contractor it got alot of attention from my Saudi teammates as they tend to respect a fearsome blade as i had it in my patrol bag out of sight but with in reach even in the lobby of the Embassy it was ready to go. it was deff 1 weapon you could have 100% trust in that even 1 hit with would ruin the day of any attacker.

[@Biomass1]

Carried my old Carbon V SRK all through the 90s as 11B. Still use it to this day. Did carry a Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel a good part of that, strapped to my ALICE. Ah, the good ol days.

[@markgoulette5056]

I have a Cold Steel Kukris. It's proven itself time and time again. Durable, sharp, and functional. Fantastic blade to have. For self defense, I would consider it ideal for close combat

[@diaconicon]

Excelent video! I have same Coldsteel kukri. Thanks for training ideeas! God bless you!

[@411Outdoors]

Thank you, my friend

[@raylauderback5126]

Great idea for a series! 👍

[@paulkuzupas2993]

I got a kukri this year. I use it as a woods knife and am thoroughly impressed at the tasks it can accomplish. It took me fifty years, but I'm a kukri fan now! Probably get another.

[@Bad.Pappy.Official]

Thank you, Daniel. Another great blade lesson and review! I’m in the market for a great new kukri.

[@411Outdoors]

Thanks, my friend! This is a good entry level one They can do anything you need. I bought one from CRK last night as well. I’ll be showing in a couple of weeks.

[@Bad.Pappy.Official]

@@411Outdoors Excellent. Thanks again and please keep up your legendary work!

[@411Outdoors]

@@Bad.Pappy.Official good subscribers like you make it easy!🙂

[@arctodussimus6198]

Looking forward to seeing the rest of the series here 👍🏼👍🏼

[@411Outdoors]

More to come!🙂

[@Nunyadamnbusiness222]

Nearly a decade ago I found an original USA made coldsteel Gurkha kukri at my local flea market for 100 bucks new in the box with the oil still on it. Couldn't believe he was giving it away for that price and bought it immediately. Fierce weapon!

[@redfaux74]

That was a steal. 😢

[@Nunyadamnbusiness222]

@@redfaux74 Yes it was. I even made sure that that was the price and he said "yep" so I questioned no further. My other USA made old school coldsteel is my stag trail master that I got ironically enough from the same flea market over 30 years ago for 200 bucks worth of trade. Really excellent stuff.

[@dirteater63]

That was a lucky find!

[@redfaux74]

I have a passion for the Kukri also. Cold Steel makes the best, no contest. That first drill, drawing the blade, is the best. Never straighten your elbow completely. And use your other hand to ALWAYS guard your vitals (heart) or be prepared for a grab, etc. I was trained in Bando by a real Ghurka in Athens Ohio. Dr M Gyi. What a great man.

[@MoonShadow74]

I own the kukri you are holding there. It is a wicked cutter and light enough to be FAST. The cost was stupid cheap but it has held up for a couple of decades now.

[@thevirginiabushcrafter8833]

Yes, I have a Becker BK-21 Kukri, a Condor King Kukri Machete, a Condor Heavy Duty Kukri Knife, a Bud Bk Kukri, a Gerber Vera Fix Hybrid Kukri/Knife, and an off brand name Kukri from Harbor Freight .

[@artawhirler]

Do you have a favorite out of all those?

[@thevirginiabushcrafter8833]

@@artawhirler Yes Sir, my favorite is the Becker BK-21.

[@artawhirler]

@@thevirginiabushcrafter8833 Thanks!

[@AaronErickson-d2e]

My favorite was the original Cold steel carbon V, now I have a chaos Kukri also by Cold steel.

[@tonyedge2457]

I have the windlass assam brigade kukri...and I have the first kukri I owned. The first one was a cane cutter until it was graduated to its state of being now as a homemade kukri machete.it is deadly fast and sharp to shave.the windlass is as classic as it gets without getting an original and sharp. It's also heavy enough to rip through a pig...and since You went there i do love my katana.thanks for the channel and all the info You bring to us...

[@edsweeney6843]

Thanks again for another OUTSTANDING VIDEO. I'm looking forward to seeing parts 2 and 3.

[@411Outdoors]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@plasticoflamingo2952]

This is a great idea! I do not have a kukri, but it's on my wish list. There are so many, these days, that I'm not sure which to get. I will, most likely, be using it for utility and defense, but mostly defense. I live in a city, so there's not a lot of brush to clear, but there are some large weeds and thickets, here and there.

[@livinglarge13]

I've been rocking the Cold Steel 13" Kukri for years great tool for camp I never go into the woods without it at home it's always within my reach plus it throws great yup it can be a devastating weapon thanks for sharing

[@redfaux74]

@livinglarge13 - It cannot be matched for its size.

[@Mugwumps107]

Excellent, very interesting information. Looking forward to the next part.

[@Helge-x9f]

This is a great series because I love learning about Kukri defence and they’re my favourite long blades! 🔥

[@411Outdoors]

Awesome!

[@nathanielerskine1875]

I love Kukris. This summer I've carried around one from Gil Hibben.

[@DamianBloodstone]

I didn't like kukri until I watched a vid on them from Nepal. Afterward, I purchased both CS machete Kukri. I use them mainly for brush and bush clearing, but I also try to use the same strokes as if practicing for fighting. I like both and have used them, after sharpening them. Take Care and Stay Safe.

[@411Outdoors]

You as well!

[@tylertapp131]

Good stuff, i have this same kukri, although mine doesn't look like that anymore lol. I bought my cold steel kukri machete probably..... 12 to 15 years ago its been one tough rugged tool. Cool to see someone payin homage to the kukri, from a different standpoint. Like you said, we all know itll chop, but its a seriously formidable defensive weapon aswell, i carried mine for years on my hip in the woods and always kept it close by in the truck and around the house. Its an extremely useful item, ive done everything from building huts and shacks in the woods with it to diggin fire holes, skinning squirrels, scaling fish with it. Its been amazing, i need to pull the ole girl out, its been some time, here for about the last year ive been edc a little brother to it in a since called the raja 2 from cold steel. Its basically a folding kukri with a quick deploy, ive really started to enjoy it aswell. Its still got over a decade of hard use to catch up to the reputation of my kukri machete, but it seems like itll get there.

[@johnc.4719]

No I don't have one, but after seeing your video I may get one. Looking forward to your next two videos. Great job.

[@411Outdoors]

Thank you!

[@willblack5419]

I have this, but a much older version. LOL, mine does not look that good. I use it in the yard all the time and it’s brilliant.

[@bogan4009]

Great video. Looking forward to the series.

[@rintintinman9223]

I've had a Traditional Napalizes Kukri,,, that I gave as a gift.. and was given a Condor Kukri. Good knife. I covet the Cold Steel, high end, Gurka Kukri.

[@SteinzVsKnives]

Hell yea brotha i finally got my first cold steel and I'm in love

[@ryanjordan7268]

Excellent video 📹!!!

[@411Outdoors]

Thank you very much!

[@longrider42]

I have six Khukuri's from Nepal. One being the one the Gurkha's are using to this day. It only has a 10 inch long blade, but is very light and quite nimble. I do have a Khukuri with a 12 inch blade, its a tad heavy. Guess I need to start working out with it. I do have a Cold Steel "Khukuri" machete some where. Its not bad for light brush clearing. And I guess would be okay in a combat type situation. But I think due to how thin it is, it might dull up quick. But all in all, a good video.

[@richardhenry1969]

It's a shame they stopped making them in 1055. I highly recommend looking into GGK. They make amazing kukuri. I also recommend looking up FMA near me. Take a few classes. Also they always have seminars. Go take a few classes until you find one that fits your needs.

[@411Outdoors]

I had some Kali training when I was younger. We don’t have any FMA near us in this area, but I’m tapped into a lot of other sources. My interest is combatives all around.

[@arctodussimus6198]

I bought a kukri from the Kukri House about 20 years ago. Gave it an away and bought another one. Don’t remember what happened to that one. I have a TOPS Bushcrafter Kukri 7 because the designer is a friend of mine (Nicholas Fury III). I’ve never been partial to kukris which is interesting to me because my absolute favorite knife of all time is my TOPS Armageddon. The Armageddon isn’t a kukri but it does have the recurved blade. If I ever get another kukri it will probably be from the Kukri House.

[@411Outdoors]

Awesome blade from Tops! Thanks for sharing

[@EduardoGarcia-fj2uc]

I'm a proud kukri owner. a gift from a friend in India . It's an honor for me a eleven regiment of gurkha knife in my hands. A strong 5160 steel 8mm thick full tang kukri blade cedar handles and of course hand made in india. Saludos Amigo

[@captainamerica3531]

CS Special Projects all time favorite fighting knife!

[@decal1751]

I have that cold steel kukri machete and it WILL tear your hands up the handle will put blisters on your hands quick I only used it for a few small branches and that's all it took I would highly recommend putting tape or something over the handles or wearing gloves other than that its great.

[@Biomass1]

I have several Cold Steel kukris, starting with a Special Projects marked, clip point MTC or Mini Terrain Chopper I bought in the early 90s. One of their first kukris. I have that one you have in a different steel i believe. Had it for over 20 years. Also have the higher end Gurka Kukri that i did a force patina on, beautiful. I've been using these 3 for many years and would trust them in pretty dire situations. Still use my old Carbon V Trailmaster as well.

[@EdBeaudry]

The Cold Steel Kukri has been my primary field knife for over 15 years. If you're an off trail hiker or hunter, the knife provides utility for many purposes. The sheath is brilliant and provides carry in multi positions. This machete is heavy compared with many other field knives. If you're not into outdoor bushcraft, I think there's better choices. Self defense, i would think a champ. It would rip through arms, legs, head, just as easily as a tree limb. I don't think you would need to highly skilled to use the Kukri if making solid contact providing the loss of an opponents body part, i believe, "game over".

[@greyscout01]

I bought the Cold Steel Kukri Machete for hiking, camping, and kayaking in the Florida Green Swamp area. Excellent tool for the Florida Swamp/Jungle environment. Love it!

[@BrianHarbut-v5k]

I have so much respect for the incredible Gurkhas, wonderful people. ❤ I have an old Kukri that I’ve used mainly in my overgrown garden. They are a fantastic design & balance & so comfortable in use. I remember seeing them in sets in leather sheaths in second hand shops around Portsmouth England in the 60’s. Wish I’d bought one! Can’t even carry a tiny pen knife here now!

[@richardrocha702]

EXCELLENT video! I look forward to more of this type content. Yes I have my main flesh and bone destroyer...the Panawal Dotted Supreme from the House in Nepal...but I also have three others. It is a VERY scary tool of human destruction... limb removal, torso opener, and the favorite decapitator. Gurkha's don't pull it unless it's time for blood letting.

[@lightningfletch5598]

I recently bought a Kukri from Amazon for about $30. It was made by a company called Knife World as part of their Biohazard: Zombie Survival Gear line. It’s got a green polypropylene handle with a lanyard hole. The straight part has a serrated edge, but the rest is smooth edge. Had to get it sharpened once I received it, but ever since; it chops trees better than an axe. Only thing I don’t like is the nylon sheath it came in. But other than that, it’s an amazing Kukri.

[@terrybest8973]

Yes very nice kukris made by cold steel I like. The Royal kukri because of the small guard in front of your hand and love the size too

[@heyoldtime8969]

You should look into the Honshu # UC3214 Kurki made of 7CR3241. This is a large blade that is so sharp it will cut your eye lids off just looking at it. The handle is very grippy and natural to hold on to. I love mine. I enjoy your vids. Thank you for your content.

[@jamesslough6465]

Enjoyed the video. I work property management and have carried them in the truck for years for hacking off tree limbs and I have found the weight distribution is unusual but it is ideal for lopping off problems. The ones from Nepal I have found to be too short a hilt (I think they have smaller hands) but on the plus side they are easy to sharpen and support the local Nepal shop here in West Virginia. Based on your video I am going to go look at the cold steel stuff. Best Wishes.

[@bothetinman772]

I have the classic CS Carbon V Kukri. It’s an amazing blade. I also have the Tops Knives Bushcraft Kukri 7. It really fits the bill for a lot of things. It isn’t idea for a combat blade, but it’s still a Kukri, and that’s a good option for a combat blade.

[@jamesw713]

Don't know how long I've owned my Kukri. I bought it years ago and didn't like the way handled when I tried to use it like a knife because it didn't move "right". And, that is because it is not a knife, it chops instead of thursting/slicing. Now, after practicing HEMA for 6+ years, it moves great when treated like a dussack. It is fast, if you use the momentum of one cut to power the next. Keep it moving and it would put up a sharp defensive wall. No idea what model it is anymore, but it's not a machete. The only words stamped into the blade are Cold Steel & Carbon V (character here I can't make out) USA. It is so old, it came with a leather sheath.

[@redfaux74]

@jamesw713 - Kukri, especially true Kukri made by Cold Steel (not imitation machete), are just as effective at piercing as they are cutting and chopping. The only weapons I think that can be better at piercing are the stiletto or ice pick (as far as types of blades).

[@mehmetkupeli2073]

I have the Condor kukri, i like to see more drills!

[@powersww1reset]

You gotta get yourself a Junglas! You will adore it. New scales as well

[@powersww1reset]

I held off for a long time because of the 1095 steel, but I finally scored one in a trade, and oh boy, the hype is real! It has a very subtle recurve, which is a bit of a nod to the kukri in my opinion. Btw my favorite kukri, from my collection, is my BK21. Worth it’s price, but requires a new sheath(of course🙄) I found a kydex on eBay for around 70 bucks 🤙🏼

[@BenCase88]

I have a Condor Heavy duty Kukri and really like it.

[@Tygyr-Snake]

I've got an Ontario and a Nepalese. Had them for many years. Good blades.

[@David-j3n]

That's the Big Dad Machete 😊👍

[@toddwhitley442]

I finally purchased the 3v Gurkha Kukri. I want the RMJ kukri, but it's $550.

[@effeojnedib7208]

I have maybe 8-9 machetes, 5 are Cold Steel. My "go to" is the Magnum Kukri. It's the only Kukri shaped blade I have. I use a puck to keep it sharp, point included. When I practice, it's cool to see how thin of a twig it will cut through. The twig is hanging loosely, so there is not support to help. Just the speed, wrist action and edge condition.

[@Codevil.]

To say katana like, was perfect

[@BladeObssession]

The first kukri I ever bought was the CS two handed kukri machete. It's a beast. You should check it out. 👍💯

[@Odinsjewl]

I have a traditional Kukri, one that is waterproof and one for regular use along with a training kukri

[@dirteater63]

I have the Cold Steel Kuri Light that I bought several yrs ago, I love it. It's my main edged blade for the SHTF, along with my Recon Tanto, also from Cold Steel. Though last time I checked, Cold Steel had discontinued the Light model several yrs ago. Also, beware of the bargin priced Kukris made in India, I've heard they have poor durability, and not worth buying.

[@jasondominguez2806]

Nice video! I have the crkt kukri "clever girl".

[@Bfr3shBrian]

I bought one from amazon last month and it was still one of the old ones made in South Africa. Unpopular opinion but I was hoping for the newer Chinese ones because they come way sharper from the factory.

[@John-hf1ig]

My Kukri is a Cold Steel with a 01 steel blade i also have the Condor K-Tact kukri with 1075 steel blade.

[@JimLander]

I don’t have a kukri but it is on my list. I just moved it to my “next purchase“ list.

[@JCOwens-zq6fd]

I can understand. Personally my preferred short sword is the Kindjal/Qame from Eastern Europe. The national weapon for the nation of Georgia.

[@miketerry5206]

I have a Topps kukri beautiful tool

[@jeffreykoski2746]

I have 5 or 6 Elk Ridge Kukri. I train dual wielding. I have never tried them against hard targets, so I don't know how they would hold up (They probably wouldn't hold up to Joe X for long! 😂)... ...but for home defense, they only have to work on that occasion and can be replaced easily as the are $30.00 and under.

[@liquiddw2]

If you like that you'll love Cold Steel Bowie machete!

[@JuaneDosesII-wj6dd]

The ones with hand gaurds are awesome . And a full d gaurds would be better

[@rlbennett]

See if you can find a Cold Steel HTC ( heavy terrain chopper) it was scary very thick and heavy . I carried the LTC for years doing drug eradication and SAR

[@CanadaFree-ce9jn]

I had one but sold it, the hard handle chewed up the hand. May get another one and tape the handle. With the way you strike the neck and shoulder, it really shows how the forward weight aids into sinking the inner edge into the target. I don't recommend the cancer grip, aka thumb up, on such a large weapon, you are giving away half your grip.

[@Codevil.]

On sale at MIDWAY USA

[@JAB671]

If you want to read about a total badass Ghurka and his use of a kukri look up Bishnu Prasad Shrestha. Basically, this man was a passenger on a train going home after retiring from the Indian Army (so he had his kukri on him). Robbers stopped the train and 40 of them, armed with various weapons, boarded and began taking people's valuables. He sat still. Some of them began messing with a teenaged girl who was riding the train with her parents. He sat still. The girl looked at him and said, "You're a Ghurka. Won't you help a sister?". He could no.longer sit still. He drew his kukri and waded in to FORTY bad guys by himself. He killed three, injured eight more and sent the rest fleeing the train. The Army gave him a commendation, a monetary award and te-enlisted him.

[@411Outdoors]

Nice!

[@Gary-zq3pz]

Not bad, but I prefer my antique hand-forged Kukri, with the watered steel(from the side, the steel looks like rippling water). Just imagine using an original Kopis short sword( same thing, but 2 1/2 -3ft long).

[@shadowrevival]

Been eyeing the Cold Steel Magnum Kukri, it is longer at 17" blade length, but do you think the extra reach matters? Or should I find smaller sized kukri like this one?

[@411Outdoors]

Great question! I’m going to be explaining in the next video why I’m not the biggest fan of the longer blade. 10 to 13 inches is as long as I would want to go.

[@TheWolfe83]

What’s your opinion on the extrema ratio KH? It’s very expensive but I can imagine it would be very effective.

[@411Outdoors]

It looks very nice. I wish it had a continual flow on the bend of the blade and not sectioned off, but it looks like the real deal.

[@michaelmorais6206]

I have a Nepalese kukri of WWII design. Right next to the bed.

[@NeilReed-ru7xd]

I have a Gurkha plus. It’s my favorite go to knife in case I can’t get to a gun, but the sheath which is made of plastic stinks. I’m looking for a replacement sheath. Can you recommend any?

[@411Outdoors]

Not a plastic fan either. You could search for a custom version . It’s tricky some brands have leather and nylon available

[@NeilReed-ru7xd]

@@411Outdoors thanks

[@trynsurviven2440]

I do have a couple of Cold Steel machete’s but not a kukri.

[@MasterK9Trainer]

I just want to say like a disclaimer that the design of a blade doesn't make it Sharp more sharper than other blades. I don't want people to think I'm crazy but one time I was at a store and I saw an inexpensive cookery and it was marked down and I thought I could always change the handle a little bit and for $10 I think it was that I could have at least one kukri in my collection of blades. Although it was very inexpensive it was very sharp out of the package I almost cut the tip of my finger off just cleaning the blade

[@411Outdoors]

Ouch! I’ve done the same with a KABAR bk9

[@chonkyb3134]

How do you sharpen it ?

[@411Outdoors]

Get it stationary and some sort of vice or anything that’ll hold it still and work by section by section with a wet stone

[@chonkyb3134]

@@411Outdoors , ok thanks for the info

[@crashdsnowman1]

The original versions were shaving sharp, the last 2 I have purchased are not near the quality as the first.

[@glennmiller6759]

It reminds me of the Filipino Bolo

[@reedsponsler2563]

No bushcraft content? Lol

[@411Outdoors]

Haha! Yeah, everybody else has got that covered 😂

[@hiramhaji7813]

The kukuri is a tool of War and Peace…..

[@redfaux74]

You almost got it right. We and pieces. 😂

[@punisher288]

Cs gone down in quality since gsm

[@411Outdoors]

That’s what I’ve heard👍

[@redfaux74]

@punisher288 - The good news is..... Lynn Thompson has started another company. He is stifled by what he can sell for another year due to contract limitations with GSM but after that...... It is called "Never Unarmed". The channel is already rolling on KZbin.

[@punisher288]

@@redfaux74 wauw awesome thank you very much, gonna watch it instantly

[@punisher288]

@@redfaux74 seems like they did not really start with the company, the video's are even 2 years old sadly

[@redfaux74]

@punisher288 - He is limited now for another year with what he can make. Once that is done he is free from any obligations to GSM. There are certain things he cannot do right now. Check out their new channel for more info.

[@phindabear13haters18]

i would not like to be on the receiving end of those blows1

[@411Outdoors]

I cringe when I hold these things to be honest with you

[@phindabear13haters18]

@@411Outdoors i saw 🤣

[@411Outdoors]

@@phindabear13haters18 I’m on a journey to both learn and teach with these things, but I must say they’re the scariest blade I’ve ever held. There’s a sobering respect seeing how these things can decimate stuff haha

[@redfaux74]

​@@411Outdoors - Especially when you get to understand that sweet spot. It "can" chop. Just as effectively as any axe. But that sweet spot does all the work for you once you get it. It is designed to magnify your swing power combined with that razor edge. There is actual science in that sweet spot.

[@AlexanderSamarth]

These things don't actually resemble kukris... Should probably not talk about the gurkha in the same video.

[@411Outdoors]

@@AlexanderSamarth basically, the same thing more Americanized, which I think looks better than the ones in Nepal anyway. I love their blade and their training, but their knife looks too royal for me. Granted of the three that I’m going to present this one. Looks the least like Nepal. Nevertheless, I agree that it applies.

[@AlexanderSamarth]

@@411Outdoors whether it looks better or worse is a matter of taste. I don't think plastic ever can look good but regardless, my point is that the tool is so different that it's not the same thing, the shape is different, the size is different, the thickness of the blade is half or less than a real kukri, it's not even convexed. I get that it's reminiscent of a kukri but it is not one in it's function. The differences are not just cosmetic.

[@redfaux74]

​@AlexanderSamarth - You're wrong. Dr Gyi, a real Ghurka, gave 100% of his approval to Cold Steel for their excellent Kukri style. The Royal Kukri has his Bando symbol on them. They are legit. You cannot compare the Nepal Kukri to the Cold Steel American Kukri. The Cold Steel is far superior. Just look at their tests from 10 years ago. No other blade comes close. Try that with your Nepal blade. Make a video and send a link. If you are trying to say this $45 machete Kukri is not exact.... then duh. It was not meant to be an exact replica of the $500 Royal Kukri. No one is saying it is an exact replica. It is a bush tool to play with in the back yard.

[@wintersoldier4335]

Have the same blade for SHTF and its an awesome knife