Original Victorian Era Massive Indian or Nepalese Large Decorated Kukri Style Executioner Sword with Tulwar Hilt Japanese Marines stenciled on in white

stenciled on in white

there are no major flaws to note

This indicates acceptance in 1870

now under command of Lieutenant Colonel Philip Hicks (an officer of the regiment who would serve with distinction in the war)

however the relationship to this "Other Ranks" example is unmistakable

Original Victorian Era Massive Indian or Nepalese Large Decorated Kukri Style Executioner Sword with Tulwar Hilt Japanese Marines stenciled on in whiteOriginal Item: One Only. The Gurkha Kukri (Nepali: khukuri) is possibly the most recognizable and famous fighting knife ever developed. Indigenous to the mountain Kingdom of Nepal, home of the Gurkhas who were "absorbed" into the British sphere of influence with the Treaty of Seguli in 1816. These ferocious fighters were infamous for their valor and for using the kukri an amazing "Tool of Death". It is a forward leaning leaf shaped blade, which