Uploaded November 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Urban Knife Guy shares his thoughts on the Singapore Gurkha Kukri (Jungle Edition) made in Nepal.
The Gurkha Jungle Khukuri is the second standard issue knife for the Singapore Police Force Gurkha Contingent (SPFGC), distinct from the British Gurkha's version. This unpolished kukri, designed in the "ChainPure" style, is issued for training, exercises, and special assignments. It features an 11-inch blade with a closed notch and brass inlay pattern, a hidden rat tail tang, and a simple buffalo hide sheath with a single loop belt holder. The unpolished blade enhances cutting ability and durability by preventing loss of temper during polishing.
This utility knife also includes two small companion knives: the Karda (utility knife) and Chakmak (sharpener), both with wooden handles.
Singapore Police Force Gurkha Contingent (SPFGC)
The Gurkha Contingent (GC), a specialized unit within the Singapore Police Force, is renowned for its discipline and dedication. Formed in 1949, the GC played a critical role in maintaining order during Singapore's early years of independence by serving as a neutral force amidst ethnic tensions. Today, they are an elite counter-terrorist and special guard force, continuing to uphold their legacy of impartiality and professionalism.
Blade Size: 27.9 cm
Handle Size: 14 cm
Handle Material: Rosewood
Actual Weight: 500 grams
Overall Weight: 725 grams
Blade Finishing: Unpolished
Blade Material: 5160
Accompanying Knives: Karda and Chakmak
Blade Thickness: 8 mm
Sheath: Black leather
Tang Type: Rat-Tail
Fixture: Brass
Edge Grinding: Semi convex
Edge Hardness: 55-57 HRC
Made in: Nepal
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Urban Knife Guy shares his thoughts on the Singapore Gurkha Kukri (Jungle Edition) made in Nepal.
The Gurkha Jungle Khukuri is the second standard issue knife for the Singapore Police Force Gurkha Contingent (SPFGC), distinct from the British Gurkha's version. This unpolished kukri, designed in the "ChainPure" style, is issued for training, exercises, and special assignments. It features an 11-inch blade with a closed notch and brass inlay pattern, a hidden rat tail tang, and a simple buffalo hide sheath with a single loop belt holder. The unpolished blade enhances cutting ability and durability by preventing loss of temper during polishing.
This utility knife also includes two small companion knives: the Karda (utility knife) and Chakmak (sharpener), both with wooden handles.
Singapore Police Force Gurkha Contingent (SPFGC)
The Gurkha Contingent (GC), a specialized unit within the Singapore Police Force, is renowned for its discipline and dedication. Formed in 1949, the GC played a critical role in maintaining order during Singapore's early years of independence by serving as a neutral force amidst ethnic tensions. Today, they are an elite counter-terrorist and special guard force, continuing to uphold their legacy of impartiality and professionalism.
Blade Size: 27.9 cm
Handle Size: 14 cm
Handle Material: Rosewood
Actual Weight: 500 grams
Overall Weight: 725 grams
Blade Finishing: Unpolished
Blade Material: 5160
Accompanying Knives: Karda and Chakmak
Blade Thickness: 8 mm
Sheath: Black leather
Tang Type: Rat-Tail
Fixture: Brass
Edge Grinding: Semi convex
Edge Hardness: 55-57 HRC
Made in: Nepal
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Check out Urban Knife Guy's take on a survival tin designed to increase chances of survival and rescue or escape specifically in an urban environment should things go bad.
youtube.com/watch?v=KyFOkeIkfdw
Download the free Urban Survival Tin guide with details, photos and product links for the different items inside the tin at urbanknifeguy.com
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