{"product_id":"j2-steel-kukri-knife-black-handle-sheath","title":"J2 Steel Kukri Knife — Black Leather Handle, Steel Bolster \u0026 Basket Weave Leather Sheath","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJ2 Steel Blade. Steel Bolster. Black Leather Wrapped Handle.\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA handmade J2 steel Kukri knife built for outdoor use and collecting. The wide curved upswept Kukri blade is mirror polished to a bright silver finish with a fuller running along the spine side. A steel guard with a distinctive upward hook sits at the base of the blade. The steel bolster transitions into a black leather cord wrapped handle with gold accent rings and a steel pommel cap. Every knife ships with a black basket weave embossed leather sheath.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eComplete Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJ2 Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKukri — Wide Curved Upswept Belly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMirror Polished Bright Silver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlood Groove Along Spine Side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel Guard with Distinctive Upward Hook\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel Bolster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Leather Cord Wrapped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGold\/Brass Accent Rings + Steel Pommel Cap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHidden Tang\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 9 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 14 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 56–58 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheath\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Leather — Basket Weave Embossed Tooling, Black Stitching, Two Silver Snap Buttons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 1 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe J2 Steel Kukri Blade\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blade is forged from J2 steel and mirror polished to a bright silver finish. The wide curved upswept Kukri profile gives a powerful chopping belly and a sharp upswept tip. A fuller runs along the spine side of the blade reducing weight while maintaining strength. The steel guard features a distinctive upward hook that provides a secure grip and prevents the hand from slipping forward. The steel bolster sits at the base of the blade for added balance and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Black Leather Wrapped Handle\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe handle is wrapped in black leather cord tightly wound from base to top. Gold\/brass accent rings at the top and bottom of the wrap add a premium decorative detail. A steel pommel cap at the top of the handle completes the build. The hidden tang construction keeps the handle profile clean and slim. The leather wrap provides a secure, comfortable grip in wet or dry conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Basket Weave Leather Sheath\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sheath is crafted from black leather with a basket weave embossed tooling pattern covering the full surface. Black stitching runs along all edges. Two silver snap buttons secure the belt loop flap. The sheath protects the blade during storage and carry and can be worn on a belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHunting \u0026amp; Field Use | Camping \u0026amp; Outdoor Use | Ranch \u0026amp; Farm Use | Wood Chopping | Knife \u0026amp; Axe Collecting | Gift for Him | Christmas Gift | Birthday Gift | Father’s Day Gift | Display \u0026amp; Wall Mounting\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJ2 steel Kukri blade — mirror polished bright silver finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide curved upswept belly with fuller along spine side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel guard with distinctive upward hook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel bolster for balance and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack leather cord wrapped handle — gold\/brass accent rings + steel pommel cap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHidden tang construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack basket weave embossed leather sheath — black stitching + two silver snap buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKnife Care Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry the blade immediately after any moisture contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply a light coat of oil to the J2 steel blade to prevent rust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the leather handle wrap with a soft dry cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition the leather sheath with leather conditioner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a dry, ventilated space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Handmade Knives\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/hunting-knives\"\u003eHunting Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Hand forged fixed blade hunting knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/bowie-knives\"\u003eBowie Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Premium handmade Bowie knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/cowboy-knives\"\u003eCowboy Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Handcrafted cowboy style fixed blade knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/collections\/skinner-knives\"\u003eSkinner Knives\u003c\/a\u003e — Handmade skinner knives collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is a Kukri knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A Kukri is a fixed blade knife with a distinctive wide curved upswept belly. Originally from Nepal, the Kukri profile is designed for powerful chopping and slicing tasks. The wide belly concentrates weight forward for effective chopping while the upswept tip allows for detail work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is J2 steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: J2 steel is a high carbon steel alloy known for its strength, edge retention, and ease of sharpening. It takes a mirror polish well and is suitable for outdoor and field use knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is hidden tang construction?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Hidden tang means the blade steel extends into the handle but is not visible from the outside. The handle material covers the tang completely giving a clean, slim profile. It differs from full tang where the steel is visible along the sides of the handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it come with a sheath?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Every knife includes a black basket weave embossed leather sheath with black stitching, two silver snap buttons, and a belt loop for carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis knife is intended for adults 18 years of age or older. The buyer is solely responsible for compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws regarding the purchase, ownership, and carry of knives.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HS Knives Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55156409368895,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/2309\/6127\/files\/image_b3903295-6a89-4624-9291-c3dd32697b06.png?v=1787343756","url":"https:\/\/hsknivesstore.com\/products\/j2-steel-kukri-knife-black-handle-sheath","provider":"HS Knives Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}