HI 12 inch Ang Khola khukuri arrived for upcoming D Test

[Noss]

I just received a HI 12 inch Ang Khola khukuri courtesy of Magnum22 here on the forum.
Thanks for donating it.

Here are a few photos of it.

[Izan]

Fat blade on that one.

[Gman1128]

Man, thats awesome!!

Whats the thickness on that thing?

[eatingmuchface]

1/2" thick maybe?

man!

I don't think the handles will last long, but I think it should do good.

how is the edge on it?

and mag, no rust!!
:D

[Noss]

The thickest part is .420" It's fat. This will be the thickest blade yet. The FFBM is .310"

[xxo]

Nice!

any chance for a field test and/or a chopping shootout?

[Noss]

EMF: It has a very sharp edge on it.

[Noss]

xxo: Maybe. If I have time, I can do a chopping shootout with some other blades in the shop.

[will york]

A chopping beast for sure. Will be interesting to see how toughness and strength stack up. Breaking a 4/10" thick blade is going to be a challenge. I've heard many of these are 5160 steel or a similar spring-tempered steel?

[Noss]

Also this one is only 12 inches overall length. It's not one of the bigger ones.

[Noss]

will york: Yeah it does not look fragile. It's a lot steel to break.

[Gman1128]

Wow .42 inches thick!! It makes an FFBM seem very thin and fragile!! :D

I also heard that these things are made of 5160 taken from old truck springs. I Don't know how true that is though.

Im gonna go out on a limb and predict that this knife will be one of the best tested yet!

[eatingmuchface]

yeah... I think it will perfrom great.
:D
this should be a great test for sure!

[sharpshooter996]

Nice looking blade, thanks Magnum22 Dont know about the handles though. Guess Noss will find out for us:D cant wait to see this one!

[Noss]

It's thick but it has a nice sort of balance to it. It seems very quick without being to heavy.

[Magnum22]

hey guys. guess i should add some details.

the edge isn't stock. the knife came mirror polished and the more polished HI's are, the less sharp. the villagers come with a rough finish and great edges. anyway, i took it to the garage and gave it a good edge, which ruined the beautiful polish job so i sanded the whole thing to 600 grit.

also, in the regular use tests i don't think the khuk should be used since they are supplied with a karda for small cutting tasks. i recall the karda being ridiculously small on this piece.

the buffalo horn handles don't have the reputation of the wood handles.

[Thecarotidpulse]

dame.. that's a beauty... classic design too.

Noss where in the world did you find it?

[eatingmuchface]

it was donated by magnum22.
:D

[Noss]

Magnum22: Thanks for the info on the HI. This will help during the test.

[Magnum22]

you should also note that this is from one of the younger kami's and he basically scaled down the whole khukri, karda, and chakma rather than just shortening the blade. since this is just a destruction test, it's still a suitable knife. in fact, the most suitable. i'm sure Bura or Vim would have made it with a better handle and tools.

did you remember the side whack?

[AfterTFD]

I'm really looking forwards to this one. Trying to break a hunk of steel like that sounds like quite a workout.

[Thecarotidpulse]

Apparently I need education: "younger kami's" "bura; Vim"

Are these custom made then?

[Magnum22]

Apparently I need education: "younger kami's" "bura; Vim"

Are these custom made then?

Every himalayan import is handmade with old world techniques. A stone forge, a hammer, and tongs, mainly. Start to finish, made by one man (the kami) and maybe an assistant.

Bura's the royal kami, but Vim is my favorite. The one Noss is testing is made by Rajendra, and it was one of the first of his knives sold by HI.

[steelstr45]

just out of curiosity, what are the advantages to a blade of that shape?

[Thecarotidpulse]

Steel that I can answer =)

Ok the Kukri's advantage is the multifunctionnality of the blade. The spine can be used as a hammer, the tip to be used to do some rougher carving/whittling like for instance sharpening a stick. The round part of the tip is used for general chopping (greater angle = better chopper and duller) as well as the angled portion of the middle blade, and the blade near the handle is used for fine whittling (sharper)


there is some info on this site, the info I just quoted is from Hugh MacManner's survival guide.

http://himalayan-imports.com/faq/Construction.html

[Thecarotidpulse]

Also apparently the middle blade is 60 Rockwell, but less at the tip and base.

http://himalayan-imports.com/faq/Construction.html


Dame i'm starting to like these blades now that i'm looking into them - Might get one instead of a Busse....

[steelstr45]

Steel that I can answer =)

Ok the Kukri's advantage is the multifunctionnality of the blade. The spine can be used as a hammer, the tip to be used to do some rougher carving/whittling like for instance sharpening a stick. The round part of the tip is used for general chopping (greater angle = better chopper and duller) as well as the angled portion of the middle blade, and the blade near the handle is used for fine whittling (sharper)


there is some info on this site, the info I just quoted is from Hugh MacManner's survival guide.

http://himalayan-imports.com/faq/Construction.html


Thanks for the info

[Noss]

you should also note that this is from one of the younger kami's and he basically scaled down the whole khukri, karda, and chakma rather than just shortening the blade. since this is just a destruction test, it's still a suitable knife. in fact, the most suitable. i'm sure Bura or Vim would have made it with a better handle and tools.

did you remember the side whack?


Will do. I have a question for you ? Is there some initial type of test to do on these when you get them ? I'm a little confused about this. I have seen this mentioned on the net but
I don't know the details on this. I can't seem to find anything specific about it. :confused:

I figured you would know ?

[eatingmuchface]

I know the shape is just alot better for chopping too... I can't explain why, and I won't try.
mag loves khuks so he can answer that for you.

:D

[Magnum22]

for the initial test, give it a good whack on a log to the side of the blade like a slap. i've given the khuk a few chops, but forgot that test. i doubt anything will happen since i did chop pretty hard with it trying to generate as much power as a large khukri would, so i'd say it was tested sufficiently.

as for the khukri's effectiveness, it's a combination of the forward weight which creates leverage and momentum plus the angle of attack from the canted blade which creates a shearing effect in the cut media. then there's the pure mass of HI's in general from all that steel.

[Noss]

Magnum22: Thanks

[G. Scott H.]

Quit messin' with these dainty little knives, Noss! You need to try out a 20" Ang Khola. 3-4 lbs. and 5/8" thick... :eek::D

[Noss]

I would but I can only test knives my cameraman can carry. :p:D I would just like to see one of those things in person. :eek::cool:

[G. Scott H.]

Check out this review over at the SBG forum: http://sbgswordforum.proboards70.com/index.cgi?action=display&board=swordreviews&thread=5346&page=1. Dude had some troubles with his. Looking forward to your tests even more now. Speculation is that it isn't a HI khukri, but I can't tell for sure.

[Noss]

Interesting reading. Thanks for the link. Some say it was from House of Kukri also it didn't have the initials on it as a few noted.

[G. Scott H.]

I don't know enough about khuks to tell who made it, but it sure doesn't look or sound like the sort o' quality people talk about in relation to HI. The review initially inluded "Himalayan Imports" in the title, which is why I linked to it. I doubt it's a HI product now, but if it IS a Khukuri House product, at least we know to steer clear of them. :D

Btw, I've been on the SBG forum for a couple years now, and even do the occasional review of a sword there. If you ever do test a Cold Steel sword to destruction like Savagesicslayer suggested, I know the guys over at SBG would dig it too. :cool:

[Noss]

I don't know much about them either. They are new to me. A sword would be fun an different. :cool:

[Magnum22]

like this?

http://eden.rutgers.edu/~mghattas/Tarwar/IMG_0417.jpg


no chance.

[G. Scott H.]

like this?

no chance. Come on, man! Send that thing to Noss! :D:p

[Noss]

Nice sword. You know where to send it. I'll just skip the beginning of the tests an go straight for the tubing. :p:D

Very nice looking sword. I don't have any myself. :(

[Noss]

I'm going to test the HI as soon as camman is available for the shoot. He is on a job at the moment.

[Magnum22]

it's a himalayan import with a spine as thick as the AK.

[Noss]

Is that the same one listed on their site for 195 bucks. The Tarwar ?

[Magnum22]

the same. my favorite sword in the world.

[Noss]

Nice. Thats a great deal. Many swords are way out of my price range an I don't want one meant to hang on the wall or for show. I may have to get me one. I just don't know what I would do with it, ? but it would be cool to have one.

[Magnum22]

i'm pretty sure you'd find something to do with it. it's plenty of fun to chop with, and powerful as hell.

tell your cameraman to finish the deed and get back to the torture chamber. i wanna see that baby shine. i hope.

[Magnum22]

quick, there's one up on the DOTD on BF. go go go!

[Noss]

I guess it be one fun chopper. I'm sure it's brutal. I'll check blade forums.

He should be back this coming weekend. Hopefully I can get it done then. I'll know more in a few days.

[Magnum22]

what are the odds that the second you think of gettin one it pops up on BF? obviously, it was destiny.

HI does that.

[Noss]

Destiny is good. :D

[Magnum22]

the weekend approaches. i hope the camera man has cleared his schedule. you have gatorade stocked up? remember to warm up and stretch.

by the way, i got a new AK.

http://eden.rutgers.edu/~mghattas/BommAK/IMG_0888.JPG

[Thecarotidpulse]

Dame man... you gotta tell me where you get those sort of deals...

Unreal.

[Noss]

Magnum22: Nice new AK. :rockon:

[Magnum22]

right now, somewhere in the world, a khukri should be enduring terrible abuse in front of a camera.

[Noss]

I didn't get the chance to test the Hi last night. I have been busy with work the last few days. I'll test it ASAP. :thumb:

[Magnum22]

all good, i know that goes. i'm way behind my own schedule.

[Noss]

Magnum22: I'm hoping I can test the Hi this weekend. Either way it shouldn't be to much longer.

[sharpshooter996]

Well their is a lot of chadder around here about that Kukuri. Im getting pretty excited about the test Noss. Let me just say im quite impressed with the cutting and chopping power of my Gurkah kukri. Just dont forget the gloves because its like a jack hammer!!!

Here is the description from Cold Steel regarding their Kukri.

The Kukri blade, with its markedly downward curved blade, has long been identified with the Gurkha Warriors of Nepal, the ferocious mercenaries who have who have wielded this blade for over 150 years in the service of the British Empire.

The Cold Steel Gurkha Kukri was inspired by Cold Steel President, Lynn C. Thompson’s close association with Dr. Maung Gyi, chief instructor of the American Bando Association, and a renowned martial artist with wide-ranging knowledge and skills. Under Dr. Gyi’s tutelage, Lynn gained insight into the full potential of the Kukri and learned it was not just a chopping weapon but a piercing, slashing, and smashing weapon as well. Smashing techniques allow the Kukri to function as a hammer or mallet or to deliver non-lethal blows in a self-defense role. A concentrated blow with the back of the blade can break bones or be lethal if directed at the head.

With Dr. Gyi’s input, Thompson designed a longer, narrower point for the Gurkha Kukri with more distal tapering to the spine. This resulted in a thinner, sharper point which can be deeply driven into thick, tough targets with minimal effort.

Finally a masterfully designed Kraton handle was added to maximize the blade’s fierce potential. Perfectly contoured and deeply checkered, it offers a superb non-slip grip and cushions the hand from the shock of the hardest blow.

The Gurkha Kukri’s VG-1 San Mai III¨ blade will out-chop any factory or handmade knives; including swords twice its size, even expensive, hand forged Japanese Katanas. It’s the heaviest Kukri on the market. The blade is almost an inch wider near the tip than at the handle, shifting the knife’s balance point forward to allow a substantial blow to be struck with minimal effort, using inertia alone to complete the cut.

Each Gurkha Kukri is supplied with a Secure-Ex¨ sheath to protect the blade and allow you to wear it safely and securely on your side always ready to defend you and your loved ones.

[sharpshooter996]

Here is my boy testing one of my favorites.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTbuG--UKOQ

[Noss]

I should be testing it tomorrow night if all goes well.

That's some big rope they slash in the video. I need to get one an give it a go. :thumb:

[Magnum22]

it's getting late. i hope that means it's putting up a good fight.

[lafayette]

I can't wait to see the test. i used to have one of them. the quality was great, but I found the tool hard to use (I suppose it is a matter of time) and very big to carry, even in a backpack. So, I sold it...

[Noss]

Magnum22: I didn't get the chance to test it last night. I spent the later part of the day in camera mans attic repairing his air conditioning. The plan is for tonight.

[Magnum22]

hah, when you address me like that it's like you're doin this test for me exclusively.

[eatingmuchface]

lol
don't you feel so special mag???
:D

[Magnum22]

i was just considering how insignificant you guys must feel.

[Noss]

i was just considering how insignificant you guys must feel.

When people send me a knife for testing I make it a point to get them done as soon as I can for the person who sent it. The only ones that were donated that I didn't get done fast was the Mora an the CS machete. I took way to much time to finish them. :o

[eatingmuchface]

lol
mag: your a jerk.
noss: your way too slow... speed it up man. :D
EMF: I know where you sleep.

[Noss]

I'm trying :D

[sharpshooter996]

Dont worry Noss we are waiting patiently. Just at the edge of our seats. :eek:Camerman lets focus on the task at hand. (rolling the old video) Noss might have to put out an audition for backups. Sorry Camerman :rolleyes:

[Noss]

It's done. It did well. :thumb: I should have it online in about 4 days or so.

[sharpshooter996]

Semper Fi, Noss

[eatingmuchface]

nice. I can't wait to see this one. :D (as always)

[miro44one]

Cool!That should be fun to watch.

[Magnum22]

i'm a bit sad for the little guy. so sweet, so innocent.

ready to see the bloodshed, though.

[The Cameraman]

Dont worry Noss we are waiting patiently. Just at the edge of our seats. :eek:Camerman lets focus on the task at hand. (rolling the old video) Noss might have to put out an audition for backups. Sorry Camerman :rolleyes:

Go ahead and hold auditions....what Noss doesn't advertise is that the 2 former cameramen he had are buried in shallow graves in his backyard....still want the job?:D

MY DAYS ARE PROBABLY NUMBERED, THE EFFIN CAMERAMAN

[Noss]

i'm a bit sad for the little guy. so sweet, so innocent.

ready to see the bloodshed, though.

It not pretty. :D

[Noss]

Go ahead and hold auditions....what Noss doesn't advertise is that the 2 former cameramen he had are buried in shallow graves in his backyard....still want the job?:D

MY DAYS ARE PROBABLY NUMBERED, THE EFFIN CAMERAMAN

I'm digging your hole now. :p:p:D

Auditions will be held in a in a undisclosed location. All applicants please ignore the blood stained floor and the heavy metal chair bolted to the floor and the various cutting tools hanging on the wall. The chainsaw on the desk is just a paper weight. When coming to the interview tell no one where you are going.

[sharpshooter996]

Go ahead and hold auditions....what Noss doesn't advertise is that the 2 former cameramen he had are buried in shallow graves in his backyard....still want the job?:D

MY DAYS ARE PROBABLY NUMBERED, THE EFFIN CAMERAMAN

Cameraman no hurt feelings, LOL Looks like you stepped up to the plate once again. (Bravo) So you make Camera dude #3. Lets bow our heads in a moment of silence for those who have gone before and made the ultimate sacrifice :( We will be praying for you Cameraman

[G. Scott H.]

Auditions will be held in a in a undisclosed location. All applicants please ignore the blood stained floor and the heavy metal chair bolted to the floor and the various cutting tools hanging on the wall. The chainsaw on the desk is just a paper weight. When coming to the interview tell no one where you are going.

I always suspected the movie Hostel was based upon Noss's knifetests.com compound. Now I have proof! :D:rockon:

[Noss]

I always suspected the movie Hostel was based upon Noss's knifetests.com compound. Now I have proof! :D:rockon:

It could be. :D

[sharpshooter996]

Cameraman We'll be looking out for an SOS, Ill dispatch the spotter plane, and have the troops ready. Lol :D

[Thecarotidpulse]

shooter... have you seen the size of Noss's gun?


*waves bye to the plane*



Hmmm wondering... Noss really an alias for Chuck Norris?

[sharpshooter996]

shooter... have you seen the size of Noss's gun?


*waves bye to the plane*



Hmmm wondering... Noss really an alias for Chuck Norris?

So. . . are you suggesting a tomahawk cruise missile attack, or should we go with the Stealth F117 ? Might have to call Dr. Robert M. Gates and get some strategy. lol

[Thecarotidpulse]

Ah Just find some Mexican women and children... with a triple beef chili diversion.

Then you have to use the Date rape drug and kill him with his own Busse - which he sleeps with.

How's that?

[Noss]

I do sleep with my Busse actually :D Both of them.

[sharpshooter996]

Ahh, yes I also sleep very comfortable with my Busse. ;) I know some people out there might find that strange. . . WEIRDOS

[Noss]

I'm rendering the videos. So I should have this test online tonight. :thumb:

[Magnum22]

http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg215/missmoneytalks/BurnsExcellentSticker.jpg

[vvk]

I'm rendering the videos. So I should have this test online tonight. :thumb:

Great news! On a separate note, could you spare the cameraman's life until the end of the skinny ASH test? After that it is your call ... :)