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

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    Quote Originally Posted by Kilted in Maine View Post
    I actually like thier sgian dubh
    Neat! I like the sgian, as well...I've never seen one quite like it before!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Kilted in Maine View Post
    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.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Casper View Post
    - 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?
    Last edited by TheKiltedWonder; 18th November 07 at 09:31 PM.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TheKiltedWonder View Post
    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?

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    Quote Originally Posted by James MacMillan View Post
    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...

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    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?
    Last edited by Thunderbolt; 19th November 07 at 11:36 AM. Reason: Addded

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    Quote Originally Posted by Thunderbolt View Post
    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

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    Quote Originally Posted by Thunderbolt View Post
    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.

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