Antique and rare Nepalese Gurkha Kukri knife with small pouches in the scabbard for a set of eight small knives used as tools.  The Kukri knife was and still is used as a tool of all work, a sort of Swiss Army knife; at the home on the hills and on active service it was used for cutting wood, hunting and skinning, cooking, opening tin cans, clearing undergrowth and any other chores. The pommel is beautifully decorated with silver work.  The leather scabbard is with a leather strap and decorated with a flower.  Slightly damaged due to age. Late 19th century to mid 20th century. Length: 44 cm / 17.3 inches