Cold Steel Gurkha Kukri: "Woods Battle Axe" by Nutnfancy

[@Kenjutsumasters]

Great review Nutnfancy I have to say Im never without mine Ive carried a khukri knife with me ever since I was deployed in somalia in 92/93 with the Canadian Airborne Regiment (C.A.R) during operation deliverance and Ive never been without one since I carry the Sk5 these days and the only time I dont have that knife nearby is when im in the shower lol cheers!

[@MAXCOBRALAZERFACE]

I just wanted to say I just got this knife. It's big.. It's thick.. But it is FREAKY how light this blade is..

[@MrDtstanton]

I'm very fond of the Kukri as it was one of the weapons that I studied in the martial arts.when used properly, it has the same cutting power as much longer blades, and as the Gurkha have proven they can be an all purpose blade. I have a Kukri House Kukri (I agree with you on the sheaths of the traditional knives, I made a Kydex sheath for mine) that is part of my G.O.O.D. or B.O.B if you prefer as a complimentary part of my blades, I also carry an old school 1986 Ontario USAF Pilot survival knife along with a couple folders. The kukri can literally cut a man in half with the right strike, and makes short work of firewood. Love this blade for when a small blade just won't do the trick.

[@CampfireTalk]

I would have never given a knife like this a second look, but the great thing about reviews like yours is they allow me to be more open minded. The proof is in the pudding. Thanks again for getting out there doing the leg work & as always great to hear your thoughts on this awesome blade!

[@MrRsd1963]

I've used mine enough to know it easily replaces my hatchet for effortless shelter building and this knife will instantly deescalate most confrontations. My must have if I'm heading for the hills.

[@sidgar1]

For real. If I was forced to choose one knife I could take with me in an extreme survival situation, it would be this one. An excellent blade that can do just about everything you'd want out of a knife (or a hatchet for that matter).

[@nutnfancy]

@ColinOutdoors Thanks man, appreciate the support.

[@muddog1561]

I love my Kukri, I've had mine for about 20 or more years and it is my primary work horse.

[@MountainStorm]

I had a kukri gifted to me by my Dad that he brought back from one of his business trips abroad when I was kid. Although the steel was not as good as the steel used these days the shape and weight and function was so different than the other knifes I had it always impressed me. I've been carrying and collecting knives since I was a little kid. (I'm 50 now).Right now my all around favorite knife for "expeditions" is a Bear Damascus Bowie. But the kukri in this review has caught my fancy. Thanks.

[@FEARtheSERVER]

I have to say, I purchased the 15" Victor Kukri from the Khukhri House, official supplier of the nepalese army. It is AMAZINGLY high quality. However, I have no experience with this blade. It looks exceptionally well done. Thank you for the review, nutnfancy. Very much.

[@hathiphnath]

My cat totally loved that Gurkha Khukri. Watched the video from my lap for about five minutes and then went to the monitor for a close up. I would have made a video response of her watching the video, but she's shy and took off once I got out the camera.

[@Razgriz09]

I have been waiting for this video ever since I bought a Kukri Machete from Cold Steel and discovered this blade shape. Amazing...

[@codebman]

Ain't nothin like watchin Nutnfancy on my 17th birthday!

[@perryparsons9960]

Love the Cold Steel product line, and really appreciate your support of their many fine knives. As someone who has swung a machete for over 30 years on a daily basis they rank right up there with Collins and Ontario. Their Kukri machete is essentially the same design as the one you reviewed at a fraction of the price.

[@jeffjuice3886]

I have the junglas for over a month now and it is an awesome blade, comes with an amazing sheath. I cannot have asked for a better blade. It is balanced right at the point where the blade meets the handle, amazing micarta canvas handle with a double point hand guard, 1095 steel, textured powdered black coating, 1/4 in app thick stock and 10 inch blade, 10.5 including the non cutting edge. It is really amazing.

[@InsertGun]

i like how you focus on both inexpensive, budget, and high end equipment.

[@thegeneral123]

What can I say, your video's are entertaining, feel real and have an honest and welcoming feel to them. It feels like I am in the room with you having a look at the knives. You introduced me to the sheepdog theory and you will always be the chief sheepdog as far as I am concerned. Respect from Wales

[@just4laughs76]

A traditional blade of the British army Gurkha regiment, loyal and dependable soldiers from Nepal. maximum respect to those men, defending my country, when theyre from a country thousands of miles away.

[@ShinobiHOG]

I got mine from Khukri house straight outta Kathmandu, I had to wait about a month for it but totally worth it, ended up being about $130 and they have a bunch of ways to customize your Khukri to make it your own..... highly recommended.....

[@carmas54]

BTW - I'm one of those who have purchased the Recon Scout and the Rtak ll...the modification that I came up for the Rtak ll handle was a neoprene motorcycle handle cover that I had laying around and slipped it over the handle. I works great and take the bite/sting when you're chopping.. I also use a heat gun on the plastic insert sheath to make it tighter (just take the insert out of the sheath place the knife in it, heat the plastic and press down with a towel ..cause it's hot!) it works

[@andrewsheldonreeves]

I own one. I know. Mine has so much wear on it from use. It is a very nice woods blade. This year I have purchased a Hawkes Hellion just to mix things up. It may come close but the kukri will always be the king of the chop.

[@kjperry09]

This blade ROCKS!!! As usual you probably won't go wrong with a Nutnfancy recommendation!

[@TheTato1219]

For some reason I find this to be his coolest and best made review

[@Wolfzarie]

I have waited for the Kukri for so long! Reminds me of my time in Nepal, and the mighty Gurkha's! THANKS Nutn! Great job!

[@nutnfancy]

@beefyramos Finally got around to it...thanks for waiting!

[@drefanravenson]

I've had one for a few years now and I just love it! Mine is coated but otherwise identical to the one you just reviewed. The coating makes a huge difference. FYI, it does split well as well as baton well. A couple years ago in extreme upstate NY we were heating with wood, seasoned hard wood, and or hatchet broke. For several days this knife, sometimes aided by another log whacking the spine was our hatchet with no complaints and little wear on the egde.

[@waiting4Zpoc]

If the guy with the most toys wins then nutnfancy wins hands down. I wish I could by all the guns knives and gear you have reveiwed. love the knife vids and wilderness hikes. Keep up the great work!

[@pharmakon11]

Perhaps my favorite knife review so far. Which was how I found your channel in the first place. All the run a gun vids are outstanding and really got me thinking outside the range if you will, but a knife review this cool and over the top was overdue. Keep on.

[@TheTato1219]

The intro to this video is just badass

[@RamBowMike]

Love the way the music plays into the video at the end. (Nutn has video talent too)

[@0000Fred0000]

The usual outstanding review. I have been eyeballing these knives for a long time, based on the information on this video I will be ordering one right away. Thanks.

[@jntroisi]

Finally a field review of this Khukri! Thanks a million! James

[@famas626]

Ok i just received the the Cold Steel Gurkha Kukri today from usps. AMAZING...OMG is this big blade awesome. Did some simple cardboard cutting and i can tell already this has maximum potential. Im going to log up a fallen tree i have at my girls house for fire wood. Thank you so much for the review and recommendation nutnfancy keep on doing what you do best. Also for those interested on where and how much. Amazon for $157/free shipping get'em while they are still available. PEACE.

[@Psyclaws]

Nutn, you could make a 45 min tabletop about a sewing needle and we’d all be riveted, lol. I can here you now. “I’m not the end all expert on sewing, but this 2” large hole variety from Singer absolutely rocks for my money and purposes... your mileage may vary.” Then, you’d show us a aftermarket Hoag grip or some skateboard tape mod to give it that tactical feel, lol. Keep pumping out the videos my friend. We’re all the wiser for them.

[@connorkryptic7097]

Always had an interest in kukris then I watched this then bought the blade and love it thx nutnfancy

[@FGYT1]

Been using a Nepalise Khukuri for over 20 years its the best all round out door blade about pairs well with a small neck knife . and Finally Im now looking to design and make my own a tall order against the ones I have used. now 2 designs a 14" blade and a 10" blade the larger blade around the Handle I use for a Parang i make for the UK army Jungle SERE Training team > Ive done Kydex sheaths for the Cold steel before but didn't impress me particularly as blade ATB DWB

[@Caballo26]

Love how you came out with the accurate history of the blade!!...

[@spaghetti2021]

wow! i asked if u could review this blade i think over a year ago. i just stoped looking to see if u did it or not and i found this by accident trying to find a video on best way to sharpen mine. thx so very much for making it. i got the san mai III version lol. lower maintanance. thx again

[@Hogre0knifenut]

I loved this review. such an awesome blade, in every sense it can be implied. great review thank you so much nutn for taking the time and effort to make an accurate and unbiased review of a great blade.

[@EverythingisFire]

Wow, this looks perfect for backpacking! Been looking for a very solid one to chop things. Awesome music in the beginning too! Worked great

[@Foster-dq7tv]

This Kukri is awesome and cheap. I cleared a lot using this, including 2 or 3 pinion pine. I used it like an axe and it worked. Great Blade.

[@muddog1561]

I love my Kukri, I've had mine for about 20 or more years and it is my primary work horse. The Kukri baton's as good as any other knife. For detail work the last inch or 2 from the handle can be used, although I would rather use a smaller blade. The Kukri can also be used as a machete, long enough cutting edge. Put a vinegar patina on the blade to stop rust, it's a cheap'n'easy fix. Hope I answered all questions, running out of characters.

[@beefyramos]

i have been wanting you to test for about a year.... so excited.

[@42Unk]

My favorite blade to bring into the woods. I've been waiting for a TNP review for months. Thanks nutnfancy

[@NPSurvival]

Man I have wanted one of these suckers for sooooo long, thanks for doing a review on it Nutn, you confirmed everything I already had in mind.

[@o.w.i.m]

I so want Fällkniven to do a Kukri.. I have been dreaming of them making one for so long. "LET US PRAY"

[@bobosantos1]

I have a San Mai III trailmaster and have noted chipping while batoning. Weather conditions were very mild. I love the knife but I hate to spend the money again and have a chipping problem. I just ordered the SK-5 Cold Steel Gurkha Kukri and am looking forward to thumping on it. Thanks for the advice! Keep on thumping!

[@LBW1230]

Thanks nutnfancy! I have a nepali kukri, and love it. Everything the nepali version lacks, this one makes up for. Totally going to buy one.

[@1AbominAble1]

The chopping that you show with this knife is very very impressive, thanks again for another great review Nutn. Hi Veri.

[@Ceande]

Dude, wow. This is the best nutnfancy review that I have seen in a while. Maybe the best ever, IMO. Not that there is anything wrong with nutn vids, I am a fan for life, but I just really like this review. I want to grab a Kukri and take it on an outing after seeing this. Well done and thank you Sir!

[@Slayer750]

I've been waiting for a review of the Gurkha Kukri for a long while! Thanks!

[@Wabaanimkii]

Nutnfancy, I will admit that when I first started watching your videos I knew next to nothing about blades. In fact here's what I knew 1. They're made of metal 2. Sometimes they're sharp 3. I want one I now educating myself about bladecraft and a proud owner if a spyderco endura4

[@kscarter1825]

LOVE big knife reviews and let us know how it turns out after you refinish the blade

[@OptimusSkiver]

This is one of my favorite reviews, because you've done it on something I was afraid to buy for a very long time. I have the kukri machete--which is very wonderful after you manage to get it sharpened, but this is a whole new league. I may have to get this now. Thank you Nutnfancy. The horror stories about overnight rust over 90% of the blade really scared me away from it. I read way too many reviews, I just wanna know which are legit, and which are sabotage (or based on lemons).

[@3cl3c71k0r]

I have a Nepalese Khukuri. I can agree with you that an updated grip sounds nice. Mine has the buffalo-horn handle, which is large and fits the hand well. However, the smaller fingers experience a mild sting, just like the resonance that annoys batters. On another note, I've done some batoning with mine, and it's fantastic. The blade thickness helps keep things from locking up.

[@azkKiller]

this blade is just beautiful. thanks nutn

[@rickpayne90]

I'll just say WOW!!! that's it, what more can you say? Great knife, pretty obvious thats the case and like Nutn said the cold steel versions are of a known and fixed quality level. You can't go wrong.

[@joseph299]

I have had mine for a long time and it still works, compared to a machete or hatchet, this blade wins hands down for weight and size

[@k0pper]

I've had this sitting in my Amazon wish list since I saw this video. Just noticed today the price is down to $165. I just came to watch the video again to make sure I still wanted to order it. Placed order 10 mins in.

[@Wodjanje]

Great review Nutn. My Nepalese Khukuri is the best large blade/chopper I have ever owned.

[@jeffreylane7]

Another great video. I love my Gurkha for wood chopping and clearing up in the NH mountains. Keep up the awesome reviews.

[@dyepmr09]

wow only uploaded 2 days ago and over 12000 views nice and been watching your vids for a long time now and love them all ....much love from Manchester UK =))

[@triplez300]

My favorite guys are reviewing my favorite knife !!! Whoo hoooo !! Good job Nutnfancy ..I though you will never Gurkha kukri knife

[@Paintbl99]

Yet again, another amazing review. This will more than likely be the next blade I buy. Thanks Nutn.

[@drefanravenson]

I can't argue with you there. I have an old Recon Tanto in Carbon V that has been to hell and back with me and done well. I Do however have the knife being reviewed here in SK5 coated which they don't offer any more I think and have not been disappointed with it in four and a half years. Even compared to the beloved Carbon V steel it stands proud

[@frozencons]

I was just looking at that one online. A buddy of mine bought one... MIND blowing, especially considering the money.

[@rickpayne90]

First i would like to say I've been waiting for this "Nutnsode" to come out for a while. Since I seen the 100k Subs video.....I've been biting nails since then and now it's here thanks so much Nutn. I'll comment again later after I've watched it.

[@jacobninja25]

dude i love the music it makes the vid like 10 times more epic that it already is, thanks for the outstanding reviews deff a thumbs up :)

[@brickman3000]

This looks like an awesome blade. I'm currently living in Nepal for work and i see kukri knives all over the place in stores and carried by local police and military. The problem with the real ones, they rust pretty bad. I have to oil mine all the time. I cant speak to how well the edges hold since mine are for decoration but i plan to pick up one of these when i get back state side.

[@TheDishD]

sweet new knife vid on the Gurkha great tunes in the intro, cant wait for the junglas vid, great blade, sigh more money... haha top vid Nutn take care bro.

[@nycwiseguy91]

Man Nutnfancy you got the coolest land in the world

[@DavidML777]

love the way that knife looks, cant afford it so i got the KaBar kukri, i no longer use my hatchet, give its not a gurkha kukri style but it still gets the job done, great vid nutn!

[@strykersigma]

o man you just hit the nail on the head with this one. I cant wait to see a duracoat on this. I dont think i have heard of somone with the stones to due it before. Imigine how sick it would be with like some sorta indionisien tiger stripe duracoat!! wicked!!

[@WessexBladesHandMadeKnives]

50,000 views already??? Dang..awesome blade..superb editing again Nutn!

[@evbunke2]

Beautiful knife, if I ever get more into outdoorsey stuff I know what I'll be getting!

[@larrys-qr6zr]

I own 5 kukris, 2 by cold steel (carbon V - camillus' modified 1095), the old LTC and the Gurkha, 3 indigenous ( 1 Nepalese ww2 era), none have ever failed. I have baton split a 6" diameter log with the cheap india made one with no damage to the knife. I've retired the hatchet, the hawk and several large knives in favor of the kukris. I recommend using a diamond file to sharpen them. Nepalese made kukris (khukuris) are differentially hardened and a regular file will just skit right across the edge.

[@Awesome_1789]

Sick now i want to buy this blade even more

[@afogn]

I have read on several different historical sites with history and general information about the ghurkas and their knives that a lot of their knives were forged from truck leaf springs. Love the vid love the knife wish we had more liberal laws in Denmark regarding weapons

[@mixflip]

Do you have any 1st hand information on "the khukri house" models of kuris? I heard they are the guys that the actual British Gurkha carry so I am only guessing its made from quality steel? At $85 (not including the $30 shipping) it seems like a good choice?

[@JoakimfromAnka]

I think many people has long wanted you to make a review on this knife. :)

[@Praetorian27]

Man...that is a SERIOUS chunk of steel!

[@jopalo31675]

Mouse hide.... good one. I love the Kukri design. In Latin America we're partial to large blades. A machetes a must. Granted in the Northern forest a machete is often out of place. But a Kukri is like a long axe. But, the price is a little much.

[@LastAvailableAlias]

I have one of these, an older style from years ago. It is powder coated. I've used it for clearing brush. It got a tiny notch on it where I struck a pipe I didn't know was sticking out of the ground in some brush (it made a pretty good cut right into the iron pipe!). It easily slices through saplings and such. The handle is grip is so knobby though you need gloves with it because it is hard on bare skin.

[@freebirdfb]

For those concerned with rust issues, apply Sentry Solutions tuff cloth or their marien tuff cloth. I used it on my M16 while on float in SE Asia as well as while in Haiti. Its a great metal coating and great dry type lubricant for bolt operation.

[@SouthpawZer0]

I got my khukuri for cheap at a local gun show, only $35. The metal on the blade is very soft, so it loses its edge quickly. It is still a decent chopper, though probably not as good as your CS knife. A lot of the appeal is 2nd type of cool, but quality-wise, I would still say I got a bargain on my knife. Way to go on the review; I've been waiting for this a LONG time.

[@HunterRyngo]

Oh man this is a sick blade! Awesome!

[@nutnfancy]

@dasmonkeyman The axe question has been answered in TNP many times and my stance is consistent. The DishD and ojii11 are exactly right: I've never seen a dayhiker carrying an axe, ever. Of course this knife approaches the weight of a small axe. However at this point I have lots of experience with hand axes & this Kukri chops as good/better as any of them. Now if you upgrade to a full size 5 lb or so axe, then that's different. But this Kukri is more versatile than an axe and carries better.

[@KagarBeardtooth]

@adaman04 My point is, the Condor is basically a machete. The knife in THIS video is more like an Axe. There's no point comparing the two. The Condor may be a great alternative to the CS Kukri Machete, but if you're looking for an alternative to the CS Gurkha Kukri, the Condor would be an abysmal choice as the two are designed for totally different work. As he explains in the video, the machete is for brush clearing; the Kukri is for felling hardwood trees.

[@cmonsterz]

Great vid, kickin' it old school! Thanks Nutn! Thoroughly enjoyable. As much as I would also like to see the Kuhkri made in the US, the fact of the matter is that the blades coming out of Taiwan are unbelievably good. Candidly, while the US is my first choice, Taiwan is my second choice, followed by Japan.

[@kewldudesweet]

finally nutn has discovered the ancient virtues of the kukri haha

[@watsonfett]

Good stuff Nutn'. I love this knife but cannot wait for the Junglas review. Keep up the good work!

[@chabochi1]

The Cold Steel Kukri is what I keep under my pillow at night. And I put a patina onto the blade using vinegar so as to inhibit rust, because after the second night i got it i and noticed some stains developing and since i put on the patina there haven't been any stain issues.

[@goldenscales]

"Get out your credit cards and phone now!" Nutnfancy, King of the Infomercials on KZbin!

[@constructiontech1970]

Chopping perfection! Another great knife review Nutn!

[@nutnfancy]

@rbelena Nope, not planning a review on the FNX pistols. I just don't care for their "upgrades" namely the cheesy magazine catch system. FNPs are rec'd instead.

[@MrSteve65]

"Now that's a knife", great vid and review as always Nutn.

[@XXNerdzillaXX]

I got the Ka-Bar kukri for around 75 bucks. In my experience i've taken down full size trees with the hand battle axe. Take it or leave it, thought I'd throw it out there. But it does come with a leather sheath. My biggest criticism. I've also done some small amount of knife throwing with it and I had some success.

[@1911bladeguy]

That Junglas looks like a winner. I want the review and the knife. Thanks, Nutn

[@shanehey]

Now thats a blade that complements the man wielding it.

[@0VikingCrown0]

That is one sick looking blade. reminds me of Fitzen's smaller Ghurka I like so much.

[@0Heavy0Metal0]

I do't know what it is about the shape that gives it so much power, but it is undeniable. I own a Marine issued Ka-Bar, a genuine Fairbairn-Sykes British Commando knife, a Gerber machete, and he list keeps going. None of them can do what this fucking thing can. 2" wet saplings? One powerful swing and the damn thing is in two halves, with a cut so clean you would think a stray laser beam went through it. Just like you see here. A very powerful weapon/tool/back-scratcher.