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  1. #1
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    Costum Sgian Dubh

    I have unsuccessfully tried searching for a knife maker to create a Sgian Dubh. Do any of you know of such a business?

    As a Marine I have the idea that a miniature Ka-Bar would make one H**L of a Sgin Dubh.
    I reserve the right to be wrong.

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    Rab Gordon does custom Sgian Dubhs. See here: http://www.rainnea.com/custom-sgian-dubhs.htm

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    I recall reading discussions on a mini ka-bar being used, but I don't remember if it worked out.
    I tried to ask my inner curmudgeon before posting, but he sprayed me with the garden hose…
    Yes, I have squirrels in my brain…

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ted Crocker View Post
    I recall reading discussions on a mini ka-bar being used, but I don't remember if it worked out.
    Try this link for a discussion about a custom-made sgian dubh in the form of a ka-bar:

    http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/n...ighlight=kabar

    Maybe Ron can provide more specifics via PM.

    Cordially,

    David

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    If I remember correctly, Riverkilt's mini Ka-Bar is a letter opener made of aluminum. Not a functional steel knife.

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    They do make a mini Ka-Bar.

    http://www.eabco.com/cgi-bin/shopper...key=725-212505

    ...that's just a listing from the first site to come up...no endorsement of the merchant. Still a little bit big for a sock-knife, though...probably a bit on the heavy side as well.

    Best

    AA

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    I've had two made...

    I've had two custom sgians made to date, and have my eye on another maker...

    You can see the first one I had made, a very utilitarian knife suitable for field use, here: http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/m...x.html?t=41851

    I recently acquired another sleeker sgian which is reviewed here: http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/d...x.html?t=55158

    I'm looking forward to getting something like this next: http://www.angelfire.com/my/wisecust.../4Gallery.html (scroll to bottom of the page)

    Also, be aware that there are a number of bladesmiths on this forum as well.

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    Quote Originally Posted by auld argonian View Post
    Thank you, I did see that and felt it was too long for a Sgian Dubh.
    I reserve the right to be wrong.

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