Since 1943 these Kukris have been made by one government contractor; Windlass Steelcrafts®. The original, official military issue! Hand forged from high carbon steel, each comes with regulation sheath. A must for outdoor activities that require chopping and cutting. This kukri beheads water buffaloes with a single stroke for the traditional Gurkha sacred ceremony. Very scarce! Only one is issued to each Gurkha Regiment in India. Specially carved native hardwood handle. The polished steel blade is a staggering 3/8" thick and more than 2-1/2 feet long. Blade: 2-1/2' long, 3/8" thick, Wt: 4 lbs/6 oz