The Khukuri

The kukri or khukuri (Nepali : खुकुरी khukuri) is a knife, originating from the Indian subcontinent, associated with the Nepali speaking Gurkhas of Nepal and India. The knife has a distinct recurve in the blade. It is used as both a tool and as a weapon in the Indian subcontinent. The blade ranges from an army traditional historic survival modern-machete knife and is extremely strong, durable and usable. Best used for working, hunting, cutting, trekking, clearing, hacking, stabbing, combat, war. High-quality and built for function, like our entire line.

• 16 3/4” OAL 9 7/8” blade

• Steel: 1/4” 1095

• Sheath: tension fit Kydex in black

• Handle: G10

This item can be custom made to order. Please allow 5 – 15 business days for delivery within the U.S. International orders may take longer to ship depending on location.

NEVER put a custom knife in a dishwasher. You will be horribly disappointed with the result

• S35vn and AEB-L are both high carbon stainless steels. As such both perform well as stainless, but any steel will rust or stain without proper care


• Hand-wash and dry after use, if storing for a long period, lubricate using anything food-safe if it’s a kitchen or food knife, or any oil if not used on food

1095/ 52100/ 5160/ 4140

• OR any other high carbon non-stainless steel. Care for it as you would a firearm and you’ll likely never have an issue. High-acidity foods will stain these steels to varying degrees, this is normal, doesn’t present health issues and doesn’t harm the blade. The patina they develop is similar to well-aged cast iron, enjoy the process.


• I will sharpen or refurbish any blade I make for the cost of shipping both ways. Simply email: shane@sh9.com for a shipping address and timeframe to get started.