Original British WWII Dated 1942 MkII Pattern Kukri by Pioneer Calcutta with Hard Leather Scabbard German Military Maps and the 395th Infantry Regiments

and the 395th Infantry Regiments

and has a mostly bright finish with crisp lands and grooves

The darkly blued blade is in splendid condition with the bluing intact

and there are traces of the maker markings

Interior of the case is lined in a red velvet type material and the case locks function but the hinge seam has long since separated

Original British WWII Dated 1942 MkII Pattern Kukri by Pioneer Calcutta with Hard Leather Scabbard German Military Maps and the 395th Infantry RegimentsOriginal Item: One Only. The Gurkha Kukri 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 provides the user with