Could be a sgian dubh

[Kilted in Maine]

I actually like thier sgian dubh

http://www.trackofthewolf.com/(S(4ty...UM=KNIFE-SGIAN

[ccga3359]

I do like that one. too bad they don't take PayPal.

[pipesndrumsnun]

I actually like thier sgian dubh

Neat! I like the sgian, as well...I've never seen one quite like it before!

[Casper]

I actually like thier sgian dubh

http://www.trackofthewolf.com/(S(4ty...UM=KNIFE-SGIAN

That's the one I have. I'd suggest saving your pennies or making something yourself.

- Its not flat on one side, so it sticks out a bit
- Its a LOT darker wood than is pictured
- The sheath is VERY thick (leather-covered wood)
- Blade is VERY dull. Except for the point.

I still use it, but not after stripping off the varnish and sanding one of the sides down flat. After that, its acceptable as its a bit different than a standard sgian, sticks out a bit, and the end cap actually has a 3-D molded crown on it. Looks rather nice, until you pull it out. As long as you have some decent sized flashes, the bulky sheath isn't TOO noticable.

However, for the $30-35 you'll be paying for it, and the work it took to make it appear better... i'd be inclined to just make my next one myself. Then, at least, you'd have a blade that can actually cut.

[TheKiltedWonder]

- Blade is VERY dull. Except for the point.

Don't get me wrong. I understand that it seems dumb to many who view the knife as a tool to have a knife that can't cut, but isn't it kinda normal for a sgian dubh to be intentionally left dull like that? It isn't meant as a tool anymore (discounting the sgian brew); it's ceremonial for many (though, I'm guessing not to you). But isn't it normal to find a dull sgian?

[James MacMillan]

Don't get me wrong. I understand that it seems dumb to many who view the knife as a tool to have a knife that can't cut, but isn't it kinda normal for a sgian dubh to be intentionally left dull like that? It isn't meant as a tool anymore (discounting the sgian brew); it's ceremonial for many (though, I'm guessing not to you). But isn't it normal to find a dull sgian?

I sure can't speak for anyone else, but a knife that can't be used is an ornament, and would never be carried by me. If I can't use it, what good is it? Is it then just a piece of jewellry?

In your mind is the sgian dubh just like a ring on your finger or a necklace around your neck?

[TheKiltedWonder]

In your mind is the sgian dubh just like a ring on your finger or a necklace around your neck?

I think you misread/misunderstood what I said. I wasn't trying to say that a sgian dubh was the same as ring to me; I was merely remarking that the dull blade seems to be common in my experience...

[Thunderbolt]

I completely agree that a sgian dubh is a tool, not an ornament. The kilt is a very practical item of wear, so is most of the other items worn along with the kilt, so why would I carry something that is useless?

I'm glad TheKiltedWonder clarified his point, and I agree.

Actually, I've been told that all of the Sgian dubh's coming out of the UK are dull now, by law. Pathetic.

I actually refused to wear one for many years until I found one that was usable as a real knife. It was this one-

http://www.fernknives.com/cold-steel/mini-culloden/459/

Unfortunately, it has been discontinued. Blah.

T.

Edit- They are making one called the Brave Heart, here-

http://www.fernknives.com/cold-steel...196/index.html

A good alternative?

[Rab Gordon]

Actually, I've been told that all of the Sgian dubh's coming out of the UK are dull now, by law. Pathetic.

There is no UK or Scottish law that I am aware of requiring the Sgian Dubh to be blunt but I know that some companies make them blunt to be on the safe side.
I don't sharpen my Sgian Dubhs unless requested to do so but usually put on at least a nominal edge for ones going to the US.

Rab

[graham_s]

I completely agree that a sgian dubh is a tool, not an ornament. The kilt is a very practical item of wear, so is most of the other items worn along with the kilt, so why would I carry something that is useless?

I'm glad TheKiltedWonder clarified his point, and I agree.

Actually, I've been told that all of the Sgian dubh's coming out of the UK are dull now, by law. Pathetic.

I actually refused to wear one for many years until I found one that was usable as a real knife. It was this one-

http://www.fernknives.com/cold-steel/mini-culloden/459/

Unfortunately, it has been discontinued. Blah.

T.

Edit- They are making one called the Brave Heart, here-

http://www.fernknives.com/cold-steel...196/index.html

A good alternative?

I have both.
the mini is a better knife for using as it's a little smaller. it's the one i usually carry. the sheath of both of them is a little uncomfortable and the mini tends to ride up when wearing it.