8" Blade Iraqi Angkhola Kukri - The shape of this Iraqi Kukri s is very much similar to our other model - the Panawal Angkhola Kukri is mainly used in the countryside of Nepal by farmer as wood cutting and general purpose tool. This is very common agricultural and household implement in Nepal. During war in Iraqi Gurkha used this shape and with gripper handle kukri therefore we named it to Iraqi Freedom Kukri. The blade is made by the process of continue folding and beating so the blade is very strong. 8" blade is made of highly graded carbon steel with balance water temper on the edge so it's very strong. 5"full tang handle is made of "SAHDAN" wood. The handle has got finger gripe for the comfortable use. Scabbard is made of water buffalo leather. This blade can be used to chop wood, clearing bushes, cutting meat and other type of domestic work. This knife can be the best tool during camping. The blade is semi-policed or off shining which is good for outdoor or jungle use. The craftsmanship on this knife is amazing so if you are looking for the finest quality Kukri you will not be disappointed.Two Small Accessory Knives: The Karda; which has a sharp edge is used of skinning animal hairs & other one called Chakmak which has blunt edge is used for sharpening blade.Blade Hardness: Spine: 22-25 RC, Belly: 45-46 RC, Edge: 58-60 RC, Steel Type: 5160 Car Spring This is handcrafted knife therefore please note that each one might have slight variations in measurement.