field guide kukri 3.MOV

part 3 of my field guide to the kukri

[@tom_olofsson]

This is not an old video. This is a classic.

[@pgandy1]

When it comes to kukris I prefer the term stick tang to rat tail. Rat tail tangs are put on wall hangers, cheap blades aka SLO, (sword like object). To do so a piece of round stock is welded on, then threaded for the pommel, nut, or whatever. This type of joint is weak and has the reputation of letting go. On the other hand, a kukri tang is an integral part of the blade, all made together in one piece. I prefer those to a panawal as everything being equal are lighter and pushes the point of balance a bit farther out where it’s more beneficial on a chopper. After use I run a chakmak over my blades. It doesn’t sharpen any better than a butcher’s steel but does realign the edge without removing metal making necessary sharpenings that remove metal less frequent. Thereby saving metal. But that’s just my preference; your method will work fine. Keep the videos coming.

[@lutherhgrindstonemtn3456]

More good info! Now onto number 4! Thanks!

[@EDCAdventures1991]

Great video. Love seeing them at the Voo2. Need to get one for myself someday

[@ronalddunne3413]

Excellent series, Ive learned even tho Ive been using kuks 30+ years... thanks for posting!

[@blackoracle69]

Thanks for watching!

[@Mantinae]

Priceless :). Thank you so much for posting this!

[@blackoracle69]

+Michaël Claveau glad you enjoyed it

[@blackoracle69]

@subjectze0..i picked up the butterfly sharpener a few years ago..it is a diamond hone..coarse on blue side fine on red side..i think i got it at a gun show or from smokeymountainknifeworks..thanks for the comment

[@SpartanJohns]

@sidewaysjr very nicely put. i prefer a good convex edge myself. but a scandi edge does have advantages

[@goldilocks913]

All the health and safety information l needed was in the words ‘ There are no

[@blackoracle69]

@48zigzag.. i have tried both methods..and for me the way i show works the best for me..but you should try both and find works best for you...thanks for the comments safe journeys

[@mikemaccalla]

Plus one on the diamond pads! A butchers steel will help maintain the edge in use, and the Chakma (burnisher) that comes with the Kukri's are a godsend. If you use your kuk for food use (I've used mine to butcher and cut meat) then DON'T use the silicone cloths to clean the blade and prevent rust, use mineral oil or olive oil instead.

[@davypeace8127]

Look for "Ballistol". A very old, helpfull oil. ballistol.com/uses/

[@48zigzag]

I have a Cold Steel mini gurkha kukri light, it doesn't have a convex edge but what I assume is a sabre grind. I find it difficult to really sharpen. My question is, in your video you use the file and diamond sharpeners by pushing down on the blade, whereas most other knife and machete sharpening tutorials advise going up, similar to how you would use a whetstone when sharpening. In your experience there's no big difference? Thanks for the video series, very informative and inspiring!

[@paulie4x1]

Thanx, Blackie

[@citizen9403]

Hey man how's it going? I love your videos thanks for making them. Quick question what size is your small kukri? I currently have a 12 inch blade on my kukri and I am looking for a smaller version for easy carry on my belt. I was thinking the 8 inch what would you recommend?

[@blackoracle69]

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[@blackoracle69]

blackoracle69 itsa 10 inch jungle khukri it has bee na good woods companion thanks for the question and comments safe jounreys

[@paulie4x1]

Say Heah Billy, First I got a Himalayan Imports M - 43 Khukuri, It defenetly is a Beast and Chops everything in its way. But your right at 13" and it's width, I found it too heavy to carry it on person all day long. So I had a smaller one made. I still got the M-43 because I like a Full Tang, The 43 is a copy of a Traditional British Military Issue that I believe dates back to W. W. 1, Anyhow, I still kept it at about 10" blade length, But I had it thinned down. That me it lighter and yet a firmatable chopper so I still have the intended use for it but much lighter to carry, I went with a 10 X 7m/m thick. I teamed mine up with a Battle Horse White Handle Attitude with a few modifications. I had mine Slightly Curved and the Drop Point Lowered, I also had a High Scandi Grind put on it and ofcourse the white Handle because tgey surprised me with a beautiful White Handle 43. I just feel more comfortable with a conventional knife for my finer wood work. Although I've seen smaller Khuk, But I think getting them too small defeats their intention.

[@javiergimenez9621]

Where do you buy your kukri knives????

[@OOTurok]

I really like your videos, but the resolution is way too low.