Gralloch or Sgian Achlais Knife

**Taygrd** · 24th October 10, 03:36 PM

Spent most of the weekend in the shop and got two blades forged and one knife finished. Wanted to show my new baby off

. I spent a little more time on this one than I wanted to, however the results were worth it. Not sure if I should call it a Gralloch or Sgian Achlais but I combined a few elements from a few other period knives to make it stand out.
The blade is forged 1095 tool steel and oil quenched. It is 5 1/4" long and 3/16" wide and is distally tapered. I did traditional filework on the spines and made the ferrule out of steel and brass. The handle horn is red deer and is 4 1/4" inches long with a hand carved pommel out of mild steel to top it off. The other question I have is if I should make it a sock or belt knife sheath. Any input would be helpfull. My hand are wore out from the filing and sanding and the blade only drew my blood once.

Thanks for looking.

**artificer** · 24th October 10, 03:50 PM

It's a real beauty!
At that length, I'd probably go for a belt sheath. Or possibly a sheath that fits just below the armpit... I cannot remember the specific name of that knife.

**tulloch** · 24th October 10, 04:08 PM

That is a really beautiful item. I think most people looking it would like to properly call it 'mine.' As in anybody would be proud to have and to hold a blade like that. Great work!

**Ryan Ross** · 24th October 10, 04:11 PM

A wonderful job, indeed!

And I agree with Scott- I'd make either a belt sheath, or a sheath that has some kind of clip on it, such that you could attach it to the armpit area of a waist coat, ala a sgian achlais.

**Standard** · 24th October 10, 05:07 PM

What a great looking blade. A nice belt sheath would be wonderful for this beauty.

**Micric** · 25th October 10, 06:56 AM

Very nice job!
Think I'd put a spring steel clip on the sheath, so it could be worn in a weskit. (armpit)

**CMcG** · 25th October 10, 07:32 AM

Nice work. If I were wearing it, I'd want a belt sheath or armpit "holster." I suppose a very large fellow might be able to wear it in his hose though...

**greenfordranger** · 25th October 10, 08:42 AM

Great looking Blade Taygrd

I'm quite sure you'll figure out the proper way for this one is to be carried! I look forward to seeing more work from you & seeing that my allowance $ goes to a worthy cause