The Quiet Man

[mbhandy]

Arn't the dirks meant to be worn on the side???

This early dirk, made throughout the 1600's, was carried in a leather sheath, usually worn in the front center, with the point dangling between the legs. It frequently had a single "by-knife," or utility knife with a five or six inch blade, carried in a pocket on the outside of the sheath. Along with a spoon, the by-knife was the Highlander's primary eating utensil. Forks did not come into common usage until the late 1600's.

From the Article:

http://www.oregonknifeclub.org/dirk.html

MrBill