Nepal Knife Shop: $300 Kukri 🇳🇵
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ธ.ค. 2019
- ■ NEPAL, KATHMANDU: I spent today wandering around Kathmandu's many markets looking for unique shops to buy Nepalese souvenirs from. To be honest I didn't find many stores that piqued my interest. But one stood out, the Ghurka knife shop selling Kukris in the centre of Kathmandu.
Kukris come in many shapes and sizes. Some are ceremonial. Others are used for hunting and in combat. This shop had it all so I felt compelled to investigate and make a purchase.
My great uncle fought alongside Gurkhas in the 8th Army; he always said there were no better soldiers than the brave men of Nepal.
I’d be in serious trouble if I was there with my check book.
That's great 😎😎
I'll see your Gurkha... And raise you one short angry Filipino armed with an outdated rifle and a Bowie Knife.
My great grandfather was a gurkha, he serve under the British in 1940
@@ahmadshukri4195 He deserves great respect. As they all do.
My dad served with the Gurkhas and spoke very highly of your spirit, hard work and lack of fear.
Thank you for all you did. We will never forget. All the best from Scotland.
Thanks for featuring the knife shop, it was such an interesting chat you had with the shop owner. It reminded me of my past military service in the British Military and working with the Gurkhas. Their determination is second to none and are a force you want on your side. “Killing two birds with one stone”, you created engaging content and showcased an interesting local business deserving or peoples support. Cheers.
I always get inspire from Gurkha Regiment. 😍😍. love from 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳
I love how the shop owner explained that different parts of the knife have different uses (top for skinning, next part for chopping wood, then for slicing things). Very, very cool.
Yes, but I didn't get an explanation for the notches near the hilt.
@@Osckarre Yeah I noted that, but also that said notches weren't on every knife.
@@Osckarre notches are for preventing enemies blood to reach your hand so that the khukuri won't slip from your hand
@@manishbhattarai8415 that's some arlarsed badarse stuff mate .
@@Osckarre the truth is no one is sure what the notch is for, same with the Spanish notch on Bowies, many stories but still no one is sure.
I have always collected knives and Swords from my travels years ago when I was in the US Army,that’s why I love following your travels , only can now because of my illness ( stage 4 lung and bone cancer) Your videos give me a way out and see the world.. Thank You Harold ❤️🙏🏻👍🏻
Hope you're feeling better
God blessed you 🙏
May peace be with you sir....I seek your blessings from India.
Michael Blackwood Sr Sorry to hear of your illness. I wish u a speedy recovery. Im ex British Army and I served with a Gurkha unit. I’m not a Gurkha myself I was a British Para. Which is the British equivalent of one of your special forces airborne units. Their knives were deadly and used for many purposes but the main job would be to use it as a weapon. When the Gurkhas charge, if they get their kukris out then I wouldn’t want to be one the other side. They are fierce soldiers who are part of the British army who have a huge history with us. I served in a few places with them inc Bosnia and Afghan. They used their knives 🔪 for many things and were very utilitarian. They were very useful in jungle training in Belize. We were issued long knives called gallocks. They were similar n we never went anywhere with our belt kit inc our knife n weapon. U can very easily get lost in Belize just by walking a few meters and if u don’t know what you are doing then u can easily get into trouble. Knives were your lifeline. You did everything from making your A frame bed from them to cooking and cutting through think vegetation. Once I had to dispatch a VERY large python constrictor and luckily I had my knife in my hand as a gun wouldn’t of done the job quick enough. We tried snake stew that evening but I have to say it didn’t taste nice but I forced it down.
A lots of love to you sir
From India
Blessings 🙏💪
3:05 my grandfather had the same Khukri he was a nepali Gurkha...now we live in india...still proud of both cultures❤️
If your ancestors from Nepal try too write gorkha wtf is Gurkha and learn too pronounce properly
@@monkeykun2259 it is k kid no doubt Gurkha is a real Nepali and Gorkha is copycat of Nepali🙄
Thank you for the video , I love the back story on this style of folk art cutlery !!!
The knife shop is incredible! My son, who’s your age, collects knives and I am definitely going to buy one for him. Amazingly low prices for such beautiful pieces of art and craftsmanship... I’m so happy you filmed the shop and they ship to the USA! What a find ... thank you Harald! 😊🇺🇸
Nostalgia is an amazing thing. My late grandfather gifted me this beautifully crafted weapon when I was a boy. It was used in his second world war service in Myanmar. It was a totally sentimental albeit sorrowful feeling upon seeing it again. The original knife disappeared many years ago but his legacy lives on in memory. Thank you Mr B☺
So true
right 👍
ppp
Now that I'm living overseas, I appreciate the time and effort it takes to learn a second language. I'm sure English is not this man's first language, yet his is very very fluent. It's quiet an asset that takes a lot of time to develop.
Most good schools use English as a primary language for teaching so most people have a basic understanding of the language, especially in n cities.
@@epaphrasnamchyo3296 even in nepal my generation are pretty much fluent but this guy is from my dad's generation and there were very limited schools that used to teach proper English.
great! I was searching for something authentic. thank you for this video!
The British were so impressed with the Martial prowess of the Gorkhas that they still keep a Gurkha regiment in their Army I think and actually come down to Nepal to hire Gurkha recruits. We in India have always had great respect for them as a warrior class. Amazing people too!
British used the martial race concept for devide and rule . Kingdoms which supported them during 1857 were given the title. Gorkhas from Nepal , Sikhs from Punjab and Rajputs. not undermining anyone just putting up a historical fact . every culture is beautiful in their own way.
@@akshaymishra3674 Yes I delved more into history and I have realized this aspect of it myself since the time I wrote the above comment. Still, Gorkha's are definitely proven warriors. Even the Indian army values them so highly.
Very true. The crafty British
@@akshaymishra3674 yes that is true brits military itself is junk that is why they need our Gurkhas!
@@akshaymishra3674 so you think gujus can fight and beat gurkhas sikhs rajputs. There is a martial race concept for a good reason.
We ❤ the gurkas here in england, they are one of the most bad ass regiments in the british army! Big respect!!
Bring them to India for 1 on 1.
@@alokdhaundiyal9680 Indians have gurkha regiment too
@@alokdhaundiyal9680ok come on
Alok Dhaundiyal yeah comon bro .. what’s wrong with you
@Yué Lî what?
The Craftsmanship, History, People Of Nepal all packed in these blades!.
What an interesting channel Harald,really enjoyed and subscribed,thank you
We Japanese have Katanas and our *Hindu brothers* have Kukris. I love Hindu people and their culture. Brave people like us Samurais. I don't understand but love their war cry *Jai Mahakaali, Ayoo Gorkhali!*
Gurkhas are mostly Buddhist bro.
@@MercuryGodz You're uneducated my friend. Gurkha war cry "Jaya Mahakali, Ayo Gorkhali!" Mahakali is Hindu warrior goddess
@@spawn11 And yeah Gurkhalis are mostly from Motwali clan like Magar, Rai, Gurung, Subba, Limbu, etc. All of them are Buddhist. You don't know shit about Gurkhas buddy. Little knowledge is dangerous and remember that Google and TH-cam aren't going to teach you everything about Gurkhas. I bet you the type of nigga that's mainly a keyboard warrior. Hush mode lmfao
@@MercuryGodz They should have budhaa in their war cry then Why Hindu Goddess Mahakaali lol Rai, Gurung, Thapa are Hindus
@@spawn11 Haha I'm wasting my time talking to this delusional douchebag😅🤣😂 Go do some research. Gurung n thapa are Buddhist. Rai r kirati n Buddhist.
My grandfather served along side the gurkhas in ww2. He said they were the bravest of the brave and called them his brothers. I would love to go to pay my respect to the regiment one day. Love this Chanel
This is great, thank you so much!!!
Respect & Love From India For Gorkha's They Are Truly Very Brave n Well Respected Community
If a man says he is not afraid of death, either he is lying or he is a gorkha.
Kashif Khan or in depression
@@prateekkhanna9941 lol that was funny
Kashif who said this? Do you know?
@@shashirana9601 field marshal sam manekshaw, cheif of indian armg in 1971.
@@shashirana9601 field marshal sam manekshaw, cheif of indian armg in 1971.
HAROLD. This was very interesting to me, I’m ex British Army. The Gurka’s have been a proud part of the British army for many many years. You should learn about the history of what they have to do to join the British army, which shows true devotion n courage. Only a few are selected each year to serve & it’s a point of great pride for them to join. We once fought them in the old days of the British empire but where so impressed with their bravery n vce versa that we offered them a chance to be part of the army. I have one memorable moment when on an operation with them I noticed that they were so short that from behind u could only see a small pair of legs moving underneath there Bergen’s, they still carried the same amount of kit as us n we all knew that if trouble came calling then the Gurkas are FIERCE warriors n we could rely on each other as brothers. I’m a white Englishman btw. Thanks for all you’re great vids my friend n the great stuff u do n am jealous u have this time. Enjoy whilst you can as you will have a full bank of great memories. Greetings from the UK 🇬🇧
Fascinating Mark.
You are right i have been trying to join British army from 3years but unfortunately i was failed to join British gurkhas army in last interview level 😢
Yep, only 100-200 are recruited each year out of around 10,000 applicants! My Dad is ex Gurkha.
The gurkhas are indeed awesome warriors. I'm a scotsman and my ancestors fought with them.
do you have one of there knives,,,
He did not explain the moon shaped crest near the handle of the khukri.
Let me explain: It is there to stop the blood of enemy from reaching the hand while in combat, because we Gurkhas chop enemies non stop and before the crest was implemented the blood used to flow through the blade and reach the hands of the warrior and finally when the war was over, the warriors could not free there hand from the Khukuri as the blood would have drenched the hand and would have hardened glued there hands with the Khukuri. The skin of the hand would come along the Khukuri or the had to dip their hand in the water which was not available at many places. So after the complaint of the soldier the black smith made the moon like cut in the khukuri which helps the blood from reaching the hands of the warriors. If you don't believe me pleas try running something with the same consistency of blood and you shall see.
And Yes I'm A GORKHA
thats a myth.
This I think is the most interesting page on TH-cam ! I love the comments and stories about the knives and the Gurka Army! I now own four of the knives, them all different sizes.. ! One for every Occasion and EDC ..!
Khukuri is not only a knife for Nepalese, it’s a pride weapon which is part of our history , close to our heart.
Shutup
momo
“If a man says I’m not afraid of dying, either he is lying or he must be a Gurkha”.
Thank you Harald Sir for your amazing Nepali Gurkha Khukri Vlog 👍🏼
Thank you Mr. Harald Bahadur for making this amazing videos of Gurkha Khukuri! My Grandpa, Dad & Uncle were in Gurkha Amry so Khukuri is the main weapons for Gurkhas. Do come to visit Nepal again. Please stay safe & blessed.
🇳🇵Jay Nepal! Jay Gurkha!!
what a cool shop, glad that you bought one!
What an insane versatile blade! Sure wish I could have one. Be safe Harold!! Whoever gets that blade from you is a lucky person!!
you left your jacket in the shop, dude
Bag ma rakhya hola bro khukuri sangai
Lol true, do you think he got it back?
😂😂
@@Raymvndo for 300£ ye
XD
"Gurkha" the word itself can give u goosebumps on being a patriot..These people are the only one who didn't bend their knees ....
So much respect for the Gurka,s here in the UK,such an elite force of fighting men
I must say Harold...... That was a great choice!!! I would love to have the opportunity to shop in this store. The Gurkhas have always interested me and have great respect for them, as they were great warriors that helped the allies during the war. Hope whom ever is lucky enough to get this jewel appreciates it as I would!! Great video!!
Harald Baldr, I really like the way how you’re exploring and informing people Know about Nepal. All the best for your visit. Good luck mate..
Gorgeous kukris. Each one is a work of art. Thank you for the video
Dude. I’ve literally been. Watching you for ever now it seems. You’ve got an amazing heart. And you inspire me brother. Please keep being you. In a word full of nasty people.we need people like you. Great video btw. The Gurkhas are stunning! You,also got a great deal.
Khukuri is one of the main ancient Nepali weapon which was used for war, but nowadays it is mostly used as a showpiece but I think military still carry it with them. Talking about the shape, one thing I know is Kukri blades usually have a notch (karda,kauda) at the base of the blade which makes blood and sap drop off the blade rather than running onto the handle and prevent the handle from becoming slippery. Also "The notch also has religious significance as it signifies the Hindu fertility symbol (OM) and represents the sacred cow‘s hoof (as cow is worshipped in Nepal)"
In some military’s you can carry them.
Nepal needs more promotion its a gem
Super cool shop! So many cool designs to see. Would love to visit one day
A lot of love and respect for Gorkhas❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ from the Sikh community
Love from Nepal 🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵🇳🇵 my sikh brother waheguru ji da khalsa waheguru ji di fateh 🚩🚩 Jai shree ram 🙏🚩🚩🚩🚩🚩
I feel lucky and proud of myself because all these Nepali knives( khukuri) are made in my birthplace Bhojpur, eastern Nepal.🇳🇵
Just LOVE Kukri and Nepal! Nepal 🇳🇵 🇮🇳 We have a Gorkha Regiment in India army too!
@@Ruturaj22 so rude...
@Mo He Thanks bro! We love Israel 🇮🇱 too! 😉 Love from India and Brazil!
But nowadays
Between india and nepal relationship is already over coz of Indian new map
@@gorkhaliboy3945 Ignore those diplomatic stuffs bro! We Indians always love Nepal 🇳🇵 🇮🇳 😊🙏
@@RajaBhaiyaBrazilWale we love Indian people's too❤, but you know we really hate Indian politician and nepali politicians too
They do nothing
Always drama 👿
Great video and loved that you bought something good man
You are a good man, Harald, trying to bring more business to small local shops selling items Westerners might want to buy. White men like you help people in Third World countries with your TH-cam videos and purchases promoting their hard work and entrepreneurial spirit. Du er en god mann, bror!
You just stepped into a Paradise shop omg I'm so jealous.
Rockin Roxxi Yes you are right. Im ex British Army and I served with a Gurkha unit. I’m not a Gurkha myself I was a British Para. Which is the British equivalent of one of your special forces airborne units. Their knives were deadly and used for many purposes but the main job would be to use it as a weapon. When the Gurkhas charge, if they get their kukris out then I wouldn’t want to be one the other side. They are fierce soldiers who are part of the British army who have a huge history with us. I served in a few places with them inc Bosnia and Afghan. They used their knives 🔪 for many things and were very utilitarian. They were very useful in jungle training in Belize. We were issued long knives called gallocks. They were similar n we never went anywhere with our belt kit inc our knife n weapon. U can very easily get lost in Belize just by walking a few meters and if u don’t know what you are doing then u can easily get into trouble. Knives were your lifeline. You did everything from making your A frame bed from them to cooking and cutting through think vegetation. Once I had to dispatch a VERY large python constrictor and luckily I had my knife in my hand as a gun wouldn’t of done the job quick enough. We tried snake stew that evening but I have to say it didn’t taste nice but I forced it down.
Mark Sketch respect ✊
I have a Special Forces knife made in Spain. Used it for many years; it saved my life from a wild boar...bacon the next morning for breakfast and pork o’clock for two more days after that. Would love to own a kukhri one day. May just have to ride to Nepal to get me one. Cheers
Make some friends from Nepal and get them in much cheaper price then mentioned here. Local people know the price and bargain alot at these but foreigners can get robbed sometimes. :)
Shristyy Bhattarai thank you, I will keep that in mind
There's a famous saying in India! If a person says he's not afraid of death he's either lying or he's Gorkha! 😉 👌🇳🇵🙏👊
"If a man says he is not afraid of dying, he is either lying or he is a Gurkha."
@@sagarmagar255 True!
Im not afraid of death more afraid of being in pain dying
Hahaha who is not afraid of death!
Mr raja bhaiya Brazil wakle its famously said in the world not in india only
Those prices amaze me. I had the pleasure of getting onto a British Ghurka post in Kathmandu and purchased a standard issue, genuine article, hand made khukuri knife for the same price a Gorkha soldier would pay. The shops inflate the prices 100 fold. Way way more expensive than it ever should be.
Lots of love from nepal🇳🇵❤️ we are gorkhalis and always good and sweet for them who supports❤️
I am going to order one of these wonderfull knives from this guy he really seems honest.100 thumbs up new sub.
D shopkeeper got him.
300$???
Really???
Its not that expensive. Don't get fooled. Even 100$ is a good money when turned into Nepalese currency. Damn!
@@zhimosumi7099 These knives would cost five times the price in most American cities.
You can order a good quality khukri house khukri kn amazon for approx 100$ they are good quality and more made for work
@@bronco1199 which wud mostly be made in china.... nd not in nepal... and not hand made....
@@zhimosumi7099 - For a hand made knife that is engraved by hand, his prices were more than fair.
Love you bro....i am from nepal but now i am out of my country..i watched your every video of visiting nepal....huge respect for u bro........
Wow! Beautiful craftmanship.
Wow that knife is so unique and cool looking..what a lovely piece of art
Viking invades a knife store, "I'm not a warrior, just yet."
Viking weapons can't cut mustard greens
With this knife, Ima go hunt for BIGFOOT or YETI 👌👌
Vikings are nothing compared to Gurkhali soldiers.
the most intresting part was to watch the yellow hoddie guy who didn't even flutter a single word in 21mins.😅 man of a word
😂😂
😂😂😂😂
Local soldier
I have a Kukri from the Kukri house! My dad was over there for the army and brought one home for me. Love it!
And this is I liked about you, u respect others culture and tradition. May god bless you.
And every Nepalese house has one of these khukuri, it doesn’t matter wherever you living in this world.
Iam Liyaksha Yessir
My grandmother has two.
That's true..
I always keep it under my pillow, mom used to say it chases away evil spirits.
@@Kidkromechan same bro
This man is honest
I am from Nepal and got ripped off buying one from patan.
I bought my WWII khukri from this shop and yes you're right the prices are the same.
The knifes were beautiful...love to order one day from because I do live in the mountains and can use then to cut wood and grass here...I will see when I can do it...thanks for all the info...great job on explaining all of them....
Since I started watching your videos of Nepal I've been your big fan sir...
Do visit Nepal again
Thank you, Harald. When my dad work in Brunei in the 70s to late 80s. And during the time Brunei was still under the Bristish and there were gurkha soldiers assign there, they’re friendly and kind people. They gave my dad a gurkha knife, complete with scabbard with 2 small knife on it.
I had a 1945 Ghurka Knife my uncle brought back from the war as he trained with them.He said they were the bravest and well disciplined soldiers he ever met.They would train in the dark or with hoods on covering their eyes and would plead to be allowed " to go get some head" this would be the heads of whatever unfortunate enemy.When allowed to get some head,in the morning there would be a sack of heads from the enemy at the tent of whoever was in charge.Yup not to be messed with and the best of knives proven..
I am glad you clarified what kind of head they wantedm, although they probably wanted both. Interesting story
@NoobMeister 😂😂
@@fife8332 lol
@NoobMeister If you looked into the eyes of a Ghurka there would be absolutely no doubt of the intent.
@NoobMeister At the end of the day, each of us is only human.We have good days and bad.
Very beautiful blades in that shop!!!😍🥰
What made the Gurka such a fierce warrior is that they were honest and true to themselves and to each other. The would give 100% of everything they had in everyday life and in battle. That is what made them a true warrior and that honesty is what our modern society is lacking.
Is there any nepali..
If yes hit like❤
I Love nepal from 🇮🇳
Indian and i hitt the like
I'm Nepali 😁
Nepal is great I feel proud t0 be Nepalese as well as khukuri
I am an INDIAN but I LIKE NEPAL.....
I have one that is really old it was given to my grandfather by a ghurka he served with 👌the ghurka,s are a very respected regiment in the British army 🇬🇧
Celtic Warrior33
How fortunate for you. Hope he passed on stories as well.
Celtic Warrior33 My granddad gave me one as well from a Ghurka. Unfortunately my Mom got rid of it 😭
Neo Nepal is being fuked up Indians ( gov) and British are not bothered by it!!!! 70% of our land is gone even though legally it’s still ours!!!!!
@@Siddartha.Gautam so sorry to hear that 👊
@@boopeep9670 yes lots 👊
Thats a beautiful knife! When I go to Nepal i will be visiting this mans shop
I would say excellent prices considering the amount of work that goes into making knives. Will definitely be checking out their online shop.
Harold investigates ☝🏻
Harold investigates🕵️ 😇 Burundi
You his so right
We love the Ghurkas from the uk 🇬🇧
It's actually Gorkhali but British misspelled it as Gurkhas...
thank u lots of love from nepal🇳🇵❤️
same from america florida man fears only one...ghurka
@@ristarijal722 are u the person that sells those knives
@@lynnstanton7018 Ofc he is not😂
One of my first knives. Thank you for the video, I as always curious.
Thank you for wonderful video I really enjoyed it also very educational I always want one of them kukri knifes specially their history what a beautiful art thanks again god bless and be safe my friend
I would lose my mind in that shop. Beautiful knives.
Same I want one
Being a knife nerd I enjoyed this one, you should do one for every region that has cool blade designs, the knife nut community is fairly big.
A dude called Cutlerylover is a prime example of the fan base that might rub over from those videos ;)
Was also a good opportunity to ask someone knowledgeable about regional carry laws for knives, a lot of places allows you to carry a personal blade.
Only if i was earning 😞 those are some insanely gorgeous knives...thanks for the video Harold 👍🏻
You can buy them in India too
Love Nepal from Assam❤️❤️❤️
wow the knives are so beautiful, the designs are so unique
The shapes has nth to do with the mountains..Its about precision. Since its heavy at the top, it generates more power when we swing and causes more damage..It is used in close combat..Its short and easy to swing causing heavy damage..
yep
You frequently talk about putting this info in the description bu very rarely do so. We love the videos and would like to frequent the shops you show.
Really beautiful knives!!
This guy spends alot unlike other youtuber... Thats the best thing bout him🤣
HE FORGET HIS JACKET INSIDE THE SHOP!!!
Did he? Lol
I was looking at the jacket as he was closing the video saying,,,nooooo!😂
Let's hope his money is not in the jacket
I noticed it too.
Haha...
pause 8:46 right side 2nd blade, my favorite, the top green is cool too
Great thoughtful gift for your viewers..
Wow!!!! These knives are amazing. Absolute Beauties.
In every exotic shop or food store sits a quiet person who appears to not being involved into anything what happens there.
A Universal Truth
He wants to buy but Harold isn't letting the shop keeper go. 🤣
every piece is beauty!!! wow!!!
I would LOVE to visit that shop! I have a Kukri from Napal coming in the post!
You asked every single question that I would ask! Love from uk
Love from nepal too.
Really cool knifes! Interesting history about them and their usage. His store had really high quality beautiful items!!
Products from the Gurkhas Khukuri House, at Chaksibari Marg, Kathmandu are awesome in all aspect. I have owned their master - pieces. They are excellent in quality , finishing , steel quality etc.
Owner is very serious and cordial in dealing with the customers. I think they are the best.
What a great shop. Super nice store owner and absolutely magnificent tools. Wow
Herald forgot his progressive jacket in the shop
Yeah😀😀
Rofl 😆
Haha
Oh gosh you’re right! Haha
Yes,lol hahahahahhahahahahhahahahahaha
I have a Kukri from here and had it posted to the UK ... Very happy with it ( :
Wow this is the Greatest Knife shop I have ever seen.
They are very similar to the "Falcata", the sword used by the Lusitanians tribes of the Iberian peninsula, before the arrival of the Romans!
More similar to Khopis, its been related to the knife since the history itself on how the blade came to existence is not clear.
The yellow hoodie guy didnt move the whole time😂
he is freezed with cold probably🤣
Ma hum tyo😂😂😂
He is playing pubg hehehe
Me thought it was a prop
Low self-esteem bruh low self-esteem thats the fact 0 confidence to communicate as me 😆😆😆
11:50 dammit Harald, you put the sheath back the wrong way
Very short detailed explanation,,,his superb in marketing,,,,thanks for this amazing feature ,,,
Amazing shop love it❤️