The ‘Cho’ (notch) in the base of the Khukri has been a topic of many discussion within and outside the regiment. The truth is, no one knows the EXACT real reason behind it, and it has just followed through traditionally as part of shape of the weapon. The top reasons however are:
1. Stopping blood traveling from blade to the handle, and stopping the grip from becoming slippery and uncomfortable to hold.
Fact - Blood still travels to handle from other parts of blade, as sharp edge is not the only place that’s wet from blood and it DOES become
Fact - Blood still travels to handle from other parts of blade, as sharp edge is not the only place that’s wet from blood and it DOES become
slippery.
2. The tip of the pointy extension in the circle is used to prick the finger to dress blood, because Khukri cannot go back into the sheath without tasting blood if it has been drawn out.
Fact : 🤦♂️Khukri is drawn number of times during a day for various purposes. This
2. The tip of the pointy extension in the circle is used to prick the finger to dress blood, because Khukri cannot go back into the sheath without tasting blood if it has been drawn out.
Fact : 🤦♂️Khukri is drawn number of times during a day for various purposes. This
is pure myth.
3. It’s in Shiva’s respect.
Fact : Possible. It’s made in the shape of Shivling viewed from a height. Gurkhas being fierce and honourable Hindus, have always imbibed facets of religion in their culture and lives.
4. Shape of Cow’s Hoof.
Fact - Again,
3. It’s in Shiva’s respect.
Fact : Possible. It’s made in the shape of Shivling viewed from a height. Gurkhas being fierce and honourable Hindus, have always imbibed facets of religion in their culture and lives.
4. Shape of Cow’s Hoof.
Fact - Again,
possible. Cows are revered and worshipped in Hindu religion. This goes with the legend that a Khukri can be raised to kill anything except a cow.
5. A gap to catch other Khukri’s attack.
Fact : While it is possible that during clash of blades, one Khukri can be possibly
5. A gap to catch other Khukri’s attack.
Fact : While it is possible that during clash of blades, one Khukri can be possibly
trapped in the gap, but it’s highly unlikely that an entire design is created keeping this ‘defence’ in mind. The possibility of a effective trap will be one in few thousand attacks and the possibility of snapping or breaking the blade via this manoeuvre could be one in billion
easily.
6. Other handy usages.
Fact : I’m more drawn to the practical usages in day to day life which make more sense to Khukri wielders. Like hanging/ propping it for some time when you don’t need it actively while working, few activities with ropes/threads, a very unique
6. Other handy usages.
Fact : I’m more drawn to the practical usages in day to day life which make more sense to Khukri wielders. Like hanging/ propping it for some time when you don’t need it actively while working, few activities with ropes/threads, a very unique
use of opening bottles etc etc.
As a proud owner of 6-7 Khukris, ranging from a small 9 inches ceremonial decorative one to a mighty 2.5 feet ( for zombie apocalypse ) broad blade, I’m a big fan of this weapon. There’s always one handy in house which is used as hammer, screw
As a proud owner of 6-7 Khukris, ranging from a small 9 inches ceremonial decorative one to a mighty 2.5 feet ( for zombie apocalypse ) broad blade, I’m a big fan of this weapon. There’s always one handy in house which is used as hammer, screw
driver, wood chopper and what not.
Khukris are the backbone of Gurkha troops and units. I never walked out EVER without one. It was a common perception in my unit too, that one shouldn’t depend too much on assault rifles. Because in the end, the battle will be won by Khukris !
Khukris are the backbone of Gurkha troops and units. I never walked out EVER without one. It was a common perception in my unit too, that one shouldn’t depend too much on assault rifles. Because in the end, the battle will be won by Khukris !
@So_Nietzs Been *
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