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We are very proud to present BSI 2022, the official kukri to the soldiers of 2022 – 23 (till Feb 2023).
The recognition of a Gurkha, be it as a common man or a formidable soldier, is incomplete without a khukuri. The extra ordinary bond between the two that is so powerful and sometimes emotional has come a very long way carving out historic significance, national pride and invincible consequences all along the way. It has been in the hands of Gurkhas since the British first discovered these amazing people from Gorkha. This continues even today and the BSI kukri offered here is a part of the association which has been a standard Gurkha military customary and heritage.
Out of thousands of applicants for the year 2022-23 only 218 new men were selected by the recruiting officers under four stages of selection processes (rounds). The attestation parade or famously known as the “Kasam khane” parade ceremony was held in Feb 2022 in BGP (British Gurkhas Pokhara). The new recruits have already flown to Catterick, UK where they will be do a 39-40 week long hard training course before they are finally called Riflemen. After that each soldier will be assigned to various regiments of the Brigade of Gurkhas according to their performance, ability and interest.
BSI 2022 kukri is given to each soldier sometime after 3 months of their training phrase. It would be retained by the soldier throughout his army career and beyond with utmost care and honor. A kukri in which a Gurkha has so much faith and pride.
Here two models of BSI are given to the recruits and KHHI produces the both, so please leave a message which one you prefer
BSI Service #1; Full Polished with Shiny Patent Leather Sheath) is objected for duty, parade and ceremonial events only. It is a dressed knife that a Gurkha carries in his belt when he is on duty, on guard, in parade drill and in special army events. It is always worn in the center back of the waist. The kukri and sheath both have to be highly maintained for cleanliness and shininess. It is regularly inspected by senior officers in an army event called “Khukuri JaanchPass” where soldier draw out the blade and submits the blade to the inspector.
BSI Service #2; Unpolished with Dull Leather Sheath) has its blade identical to no.1 except it is fully unpolished objected for rough and tough usage. It is what we call as the "Fight and Field Knife". A Gurkha carries the kukri for training, exercise, in jungle and even in war. The knife is mostly worn in the right side of the waist. Sometimes soldiers camouflage the sheath by an army green coarse fabric. This to conceal the kukri into nature and also to protect the khukuri from rough carriage. BSI service #2 kukri can also be replaced by other models preferred by the carrier but on his own.
The Price is only for 1 Khukuri, by default, KHHI will send the no.2 version, as its a more practical version for day-to-day use. To buy both please make quantity 2.
Here you must know that over the years (since 1980's) the same khukuris with the same style, profiles, and the making process has been issued over and over although some light changes were felt amongst the issues (not intended) due to all knives being handmade (made by different makers) and made by various suppliers (contractors) in various places.
KHHI follows the same profile and guidance provided by BGN to make the official service models. Some of the previous popular BSI models sold by Khukuri House are
To make the purchase for Official Gurkha Khukuri more interesting and lively we have included a gift package (optional) .
Items included in GIFT pack >> (to purchase this choose Gift pack from addons section above) 
Below are some new photos of 2022 recruits with their official issue parade khukuri. Lastest images from Official Gurkha Army page.
See how the BSI Kukri is made in a Traditional method @ KHHI nepal...
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Balázs Látrányi Verified Buyer
Kaposvár, Hungary
Date: 6th January, 2026
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I am pleased!
My BSI Standard Khukri finally here! It is beautiful! The Karda was not sharp well, but it is not a big deal, the correction was less than half minute with my konvex sharpener. The costumer support is considerate, thougthfull. I have been liveing in Hungary, so I had to deal with Customs, and it was not fun: stupid papers, taxes, absurd questions, and extra time. Was it because of DHL, or beacause of hungarian costums, I do not know. A new EU depot could be very helpful. Dhanyabad (धन्यवाद) for The Khukuri House! Namaste and Shubhakamana (शुभकामना)
Jagdev Sidhu Verified Buyer
Sabah, Malaysian Borneo
Date: 23rd August, 2024
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The BSI Service #2 Khukuri - A Work Of Art
I ordered a khukuri from Khukuri House (KHHI) as a present for a very close friend for his 60th birthday. It had to be a khukuri that was going to be functional, that could be used in the field and not one that was going to be just kept on a display stand in the living room. My online search for a khukuri led me to several sites that I viewed with some doubt and apprehension until I came across Khukuri House (KHHI). I placed an order for a BSI Service #2 Khukuri [the 2022 Current Issue BSI Khukuri] and barely two weeks later, I had it my hands! And what a beauty it was! It was hard to believe that this work of art was handcrafted from start to finish. And it came with my mate’s name engraved on the blade, at no extra cost. I am glad I chose Khukuri House (KKHI) to purchase the khukuri from. Their customer service was efficient, prompt and second to none. I have always wanted a khukuri myself and have never owned one. The one I had just bought was for a good mate of mine. Having seen what came in the package from Khukuri House (KHHI), I have placed an order for one for myself too. I decided on a slightly lighter blade, the ChainPure Domestic. To all the folks at KHHI Nepal especially Ms. Usha Balami who was so helpful with communications and Mangaldhan Biswakarma, the craftsman who made the khukri, dherai dherai dhanyabaad.
Paul Caine Verified Buyer
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Date: 31st July, 2024
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Outstanding
I ordered and received my knife recently. It is of the highest quality. Well made and well finished. Arrived very quickly as well. It’s was a pleasant reminder of the Gurkhas I got too know in the Army.
Matthew Bowman Verified Buyer
South Dakota, United States
Date: 26th June, 2024
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Outstanding blade
You can feel the quality in this blade, it looks and handles well and feels very comfortable in the hand; I’m very happy with the current issue bsi! If you’re considering this blade, it would be a great choice!
Brian McCallister Verified Buyer
Tubigon, Bohol, Philippines.
Date: 6th March, 2024
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BSI
This is my 2nd BSI and it's way better than the first I received in Afghanistan from a British gurkha .They have out done them selves with the quality of the 2022 version. And Rana did a wonderful job making this knife. He is a true craftsman ...
