The KHUKURI is the traditional weapon of the Gurkha people from NEPAL. It is an every day tool used for hunting, agriculture, defense and fighting, and every man in Nepal is proud to carry one for use and as a symbol of status. It derives its shape from the “KOPIS” the ancient Greek sword. This specific example is from Early 20th C. It has a blade of 9 ˝ inches long, deeply down curving, with a very unusual closed Choi at the blade base. The hilt is wood with a very wide flared pommel. The scabbard is wood covered with leather, with a compartment for the two by-knives complete with wood grips. Total length 15 inches. Good condition. Some darkening spots on the blade and worn and re-sewed scabbard. Very attractive price , a bergain for this quality.