Authentic British Gurkha Army Issue Kukri & Khukuri — Hand-Forged in Nepal
Genuine military pattern kukris and khukuris matching the official blades issued to active-duty British Gurkha Army soldiers, the Nepal Army, and the Nepal Police. Every blade in this collection is hand-forged in our Kathmandu workshop by Kami caste blacksmiths, from 5160 high-carbon spring steel, water-tempered the traditional way — exactly as our forge supplied them under official military contracts.
What's in This Collection
21 hand-forged military pattern kukris currently in stock — covering the standard British Gurkha Army issue blades, official Nepal Army & Nepal Police kukris, and the operational variants carried by Gurkha soldiers in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Service No.1 Kukri (BSI) — British Gurkha Issue
The standard blade issued to every British Gurkha soldier on enlistment. The exact pattern Everest Forge supplied to the British Gurkha Army in 2008. Available with wooden handle, buffalo horn handle, gripper handle, peace-keeper variant, and ceremonial Service No.2 finish.
Nepal Army Kukri — Official Issue
The official issue blade of the Nepalese Army. 9-inch blade available with wooden or buffalo horn handle. Also available in the longer 14-inch Nepal Army Ranger Issue pattern.
Nepal Police Kukri — Official Issue
Official Nepal Police issue, 9-inch full-tang combat knife carried by Nepal Police personnel during field duties, training, and ceremonial events.
Afghan Issue Kukri (AEOF)
The operational kukri carried by Gurkhas deployed to Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom. Built for desert conditions with a gripper handle for secure grip in dry, dusty environments. Available in white and red gripper handle variants.
Iraqi Issue Kukri (OIF)
The operational kukri carried by Gurkhas during Operation Iraqi Freedom. 10-inch and 11-inch blade variants based on the traditional Panawal Angkhola profile, including camouflage and gripper handle versions.
Jungle PRI Training Kukri
The official jungle warfare and training kukri of the Gurkha regiment. 10.25-inch blade designed for rigorous field exercises and jungle warfare training.
Hand-Forged to Military Specification
Every blade in this collection is forged from 5160 high-carbon spring steel — sourced from truck leaf-spring stock, the same material traditional Nepali Kamis have used for generations. Each kukri is water-tempered for a hard cutting edge backed by a tough, flexible spine, then sharpened to a working military edge.
These are battle-ready blades, not wall hangers. The Service No.1 we forge today is built to the same specification we delivered under our 2008 British Gurkha Army contract. The Nepal Army and Nepal Police kukris match the patterns we supplied under our 2015–2018 and 2016–2017 contracts respectively.
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What's Included With Every Military Issue Kukri
→ Hand-forged kukri blade — 5160 spring steel, water-tempered
→ Hardwood, buffalo horn, or gripper handle (depending on model)
→ Wooden scabbard wrapped in leather (military pattern where applicable)
→ Karda — small utility knife in the scabbard
→ Chakmak — blunt sharpening tool in the scabbard
→ Free engraving / personalisation — name, regiment, service number, dedication
→ Photo approval before shipping — we send photos of your finished blade. You approve, we ship.
Worldwide Shipping
Forging time: 5–7 days (each blade made to order) · Shipping: 5–7 days · Total: 10–14 days door to door
Australia: DDP shipping, Adelaide-based returns · USA: $800 de minimis duty-free, DDP available, NY return address · UK: DDP shipping, no customs hassle · Canada: DHL/FedEx Express · Worldwide: Stripe checkout, 30-day full refund guarantee.
Custom Military Kukri — We Forge to Your Regiment
Looking for a specific Gurkha pattern that's not in this collection? Indian Gorkha regimental kukri, Singapore Police Force Gurkha Contingent (SPFGC) kukri, regimental dress kukri, retirement Kothimora kukri, or a historic pattern from your service period?
Our Kami blacksmiths can hand-forge any official British Gurkha, Nepal Army, Indian Gorkha, or Singapore Gurkha regimental pattern to your specifications. Send us photos, specs, regimental badge details, or a sketch through our Custom Forge page — we'll forge it. Free engraving on every custom blade.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the official British Gurkha Army issue kukri?
The official issue blade for the British Gurkha Army is the Service No.1 Kukri (BSI), a 10.5-inch hand-forged kukri given to every Gurkha soldier on enlistment. Everest Forge supplied this exact pattern to the British Gurkha Army in 2008 — the kukris in our Service No.1 collection are forged to that same specification.
What's the difference between Service No.1 and Service No.2?
The Service No.1 is the working/duty kukri issued to Gurkha soldiers — designed for combat, training, and field use. The Service No.2 is the ceremonial version, traditionally used for parades and dress occasions. Both are hand-forged to military pattern; the Service No.2 has a more polished finish and traditional buffalo horn fittings for ceremonial presentation.
Are these the same kukris carried by Gurkha soldiers today?
Yes. The Service No.1, Nepal Army, Nepal Police, Afghan, and Iraqi pattern kukris in this collection are forged to the same specifications as the blades currently issued and operationally carried by Gurkha soldiers and Nepalese armed forces. Everest Forge has supplied official kukris to the British Gurkha Army (2008), Nepal Army (2015–2018), and Nepal Police (2016–2017) under contract.
Do you forge Indian Gorkha regimental kukris?
Yes — we forge Indian Gorkha regimental kukris on a custom basis. Indian Gorkha patterns are not currently held in stock, but our Kami blacksmiths can hand-forge any Indian Gorkha regimental design to your specifications. Send us regimental badge details, photos, or a sketch through our Custom Forge page.
Do you forge Singapore Gurkha (SPFGC) kukris?
Yes — we can hand-forge kukris to Singapore Police Force Gurkha Contingent (SPFGC) patterns on a custom basis. Send us specifications, regimental details, or photos through our Custom Forge page and our blacksmiths will forge it to your requirements.
What is the Afghan Issue Kukri (AEOF)?
The Afghan Issue Kukri is the operational kukri carried by Gurkha soldiers deployed to Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom (AEOF). It features a gripper handle for secure grip in dry, dusty desert conditions and a semi-polished 11-inch blade designed for the Afghan operational environment. Available in white and red sheath variants.
What is the Iraqi Issue Kukri (OIF)?
The Iraqi Issue Kukri is the operational pattern carried by Gurkha soldiers during Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF). Based on the traditional Panawal Angkhola profile, this 10–11 inch kukri was adapted for desert combat and utility use. Available in standard, gripper handle, and camouflage variants.
What is the Jungle PRI Kukri?
The Jungle PRI Kukri is the official training and jungle warfare kukri of the British Gurkha regiment. Issued for rigorous field exercises and jungle warfare training, it features a 10.25-inch semi-polished hand-forged carbon steel blade with a horn handle.
Are these kukris battle-ready?
Yes. Every kukri in this collection is forged to the same military specification we used for our British Gurkha Army, Nepal Army, and Nepal Police supply contracts. Water-tempered 5160 spring steel, sharpened to a working military edge, full tang or stick tang construction depending on the model. These are working military blades, not display replicas.
Can I get my kukri engraved with my regiment or service number?
Yes — engraving is free on every blade. We can hand-engrave your name, regiment, service number, dedication, or unit motto on the blade or scabbard before shipping. We send photos for your approval before the kukri leaves the workshop. This is especially popular for retirement gifts, presentation kukris, and regimental keepsakes.
Do you ship military kukris to the UK, USA, and Australia?
Yes — we ship worldwide. UK, USA, Australia, Canada, Germany, and most of the EU have established DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) shipping routes, meaning duties and taxes are handled upfront with no customs surprises on delivery. Total transit is typically 10–14 days door to door.
Can you forge a custom regimental kukri?
Yes. We can hand-forge any British Gurkha, Nepal Army, Indian Gorkha, or Singapore Gurkha regimental pattern — including dress kukris with regimental badges, retirement Kothimora kukris, and historical patterns from earlier service periods. Send us specifications, photos, or a sketch through our Custom Forge page and our blacksmiths will forge it to your exact requirements.
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