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Early 20th Century Gurkha Kukri with Leather Scabbard and Regimental Badge, C.1900
Salisbury Antiques Centre
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Early 20th Century Gurkha Kukri with Leather Scabbard and Regimental Badge, C.1900

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An authentic early 20th century Gurkha kukri, dating to around 1900, retaining its original curved steel blade and wooden grip with flared pommel. The kukri is housed in its original leather-covered scabbard, which bears a mounted regimental badge, adding military interest and historical appeal.

The blade displays the characteristic forward-curving form associated with the famous Nepalese and Gurkha fighting and utility knives, together with the traditional notch at the base of the blade. The wooden handle has acquired an attractive patina through age and use, while the scabbard shows expected wear consistent with service and long-term storage.

A desirable example of a classic military kukri, combining practical craftsmanship with regimental provenance, making it an attractive addition to any collection of edged weapons, Gurkha memorabilia, or British military antiques.

Condition:

Age-related wear throughout, including surface marks and oxidation to the blade, with wear and losses to the leather scabbard. Regimental badge attached to the scabbard as found.

Circa: 1900

Blade length 35cm

Overall 54cm

Declaration

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Antique Gurkha Kukri Knife to the 1900s.

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SA1217537
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C2605
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An authentic early 20th century Gurkha kukri, dating to around 1900, retaining its original curved steel blade and wooden grip with flared pommel.
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The kukri is housed in its original leather-covered scabbard, which bears a mounted regimental badge, adding military interest and historical appeal.
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fig 1. An antique Gurkha kukri knife with a curved steel blade and turned wooden handle shown alongside its dark leather scabbard featuring a small metallic badge.
fig 1. Early 20th Century Gurkha Kukri with Leather Scabbard and Regimental Badge, C.1900

The blade displays the characteristic forward-curving form associated with the famous Nepalese and Gurkha fighting and utility knives, together with the traditional notch at the base of the blade. The wooden handle has acquired an attractive patina through age and use, while the scabbard shows expected wear consistent with service and long-term storage.

fig 2. An antique Gurkha kukri knife with a curved steel blade and turned wooden handle shown alongside its dark leather scabbard featuring a small metallic badge.
fig 2. Early 20th Century Gurkha Kukri with Leather Scabbard and Regimental Badge, C.1900

A desirable example of a classic military kukri, combining practical craftsmanship with regimental provenance, making it an attractive addition to any collection of edged weapons, Gurkha memorabilia, or British military antiques.

fig 3. An antique Gurkha kukri knife with a curved steel blade and turned wooden handle shown alongside its dark leather scabbard featuring a small metallic badge.
fig 3. Early 20th Century Gurkha Kukri with Leather Scabbard and Regimental Badge, C.1900

Condition:

Age-related wear throughout, including surface marks and oxidation to the blade, with wear and losses to the leather scabbard. Regimental badge attached to the scabbard as found.

Circa: 1900

Blade length 35cm

Overall 54cm

Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Antique Gurkha Kukri Knife to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1217537
Dealers Internal Ref
C2605
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Archive I An antique Gurkha kukri knife with a curved steel blade and turned wooden handle shown alongside its dark leather scabbard featuring a small metallic badge.

Early 20th Century Gurkha Kukri with Leather Scabbard and Regimental Badge, c.1900

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An antique Gurkha kukri knife with a curved steel blade and turned wooden handle shown alongside its dark leather scabbard featuring a small metallic badge.
Early 20th Century Gurkha Kukri with Leather Scabbard and Regimental Badge, c.1900
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An antique Gurkha kukri knife with a curved steel blade and turned wooden handle shown alongside its dark leather scabbard featuring a small metallic badge.
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The kukri is a traditional Nepalese curved blade associated with the Gurkha regiments of Nepal and the British Army. Historically serving as both a versatile utility tool and a primary combat sidearm, it is distinguished by its distinct forward-curved profile.

A traditional kukri features a high-carbon steel blade forged with an inner curve, paired with a hilt crafted from hardwood, horn, or metal. The protective scabbard is typically constructed from a wooden core wrapped in leather and fitted with metallic insignia or badges.

Period pieces feature hand-forged carbon steel with a notch known as a cho or kaudi near the hilt, traditional wooden handles secured with rat-tail tangs, and natural surface wear or patination across the leather scabbard and steel components.

In modern interior design, historic edged weapons are typically presented mounted inside custom display cases or laid flat on library shelving and desk surfaces. Displaying the item alongside dark timber furniture or framed archival maps highlights its historical character.

Steel blades require a light application of microcrystalline wax or mineral oil to prevent rust and oxidisation. Leather scabbards should be kept in a climate-controlled environment away from heat sources and treated periodically with a specialist leather conditioner.
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