An enduring classic. The 'kukri,' a versatile Nepalese tool made famous by the Gurkha Regiment in service to Her Majesty the Queen and derived from ancient Greek falchion swords, is essentially a machete with advanced cutting capabilities.

EXTREMA RATIO KH machete kukri

There's a reason it's a classic. Made famous by the Gurkha regiments serving under the British crown, the “kukri” is a Nepalese all-purpose blade descended from ancient Greek sickle-shaped swords. It's ultimately a machete with a top-heavy, forward-positioned cutting edge, which enables it to function as an axe while retaining the versatility of a long blade. Extrema Ratio has developed two such tools, our KS and KH models, blending ancient and modern design concepts. Both employ combination grinds. The razor-like hollow grind closer to the grip yields a fine, sharp edge without compromising the overall thickness of the back of the blade (which needs great sturdiness). The tip portion of the blade is instead flat ground, well-angled to effortlessly penetrate wood and vegetation. While similar tools are usually made from softer steel alloys for elasticity and ease of honing, we were able to achieve adequate elasticity using hard BÖHLER N690 steel, making for a remarkably durable edge.

The axe head is made of boron steel with a black ED-coating and has a black leather sheath

This evolved hatchet features efficient strength in a slim profile. With a new black PTFE coating on the blade and a unique grind technique, the steel blade is sharper than ever. Expect clean cuts far longer than average from this smart axe, for use at the campsite and beyond.

The Morakniv Lightweight Axe is a must-have for outdoor enthusiasts and bushcraft experts looking for a reliable and easy-to-handle tool. Built to withstand tough conditions, this axe features a 6 mm thick boron steel blade

Kreios Expeditions, as well as the Kreios model from which it derives, was designed and developed thanks to the collaboration with the Master Advanced instructor Daniele Dal Canto. It is defined by its creator as a sort of "off road" of cutting tools, therefore not a specific disposable tool, but a multi-tasking tool, extremely versatile and designed to cope with numerous uses.