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Scottish Sgian Dubh Knives |
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Custom handmade knives and high performance cutlery for hunters, collectors, and chefs Michael H Mara sales@radharcknives.com (708) 330-5101 Cell: (708) 299-4631 The Sgian Dubh (Black Dagger in Scottish Gaelic) is a traditional knife, worn tucked into the top of the kilt hose by Scotsmen. The origins of the name are considered to be, one: because it was traditionally made with a black handle wood; and two: that it was used for nefarious purposes, hence the term 'black'. When clansmen would visit each other, due to the fact that a Scot would never be completely unarmed, they took to wearing them tucked into the hose (sock), so that they would be visible as a courtesy to their host. I start with the traditional design, and head off from there into creative realms when making a custom Sgian Dubh. I am able to match the colors in folks' tartans, for a one of a kind custom knife. All my knives come with a Lifetime Guarantee. Call or email to arrange a commission or purchase Click on a picture to open a larger photo in a new window. Scroll down the page to see more knives. For more information on traditional Scottish clothing, visit this page: The Evolution of the Kilt |
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Melville Clan Sgian Dubh |
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Ross Clan Sgian Dubh |
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Boggy Dubh |
Rockin Ivory Sgian Dubh |
Pride of Scotland Sgian Dubh |
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Differential Dubh |
D2 Sgian Dubh |
Conwell Clan Sgian Dubh |
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Ivory Rosewood Sgian Dubh |
Ivory Amber Sgian Dubh |
Forged Sgian Dubh |
For my monolithic (single steel) knife blades I use the finest cutlery steels available (440C, 154CM, ATS34), with high carbon and high chromium contents, have over 60 of the highest quality exotic hardwoods from all over the world in stock, and hand forge many of my own Damascus blades. In the hand forged Damascus blades, I like to use unique materials such as chainsaw chain, steel cable, and pure nickel in the composition blend with 1095 and 15N20.
Michael H Mara sales@radharcknives.com (708) 330-5101 Cell: (708) 299-4631
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05/08/08
