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This Sgian Dubh was commissioned by Natasha in Canada for a very special Christmas present. She kindly emailed us when it arrived; “Today was the most exciting day I have had the pleasure of in qui…

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What a SET! 😎 Scott @LordDickison sent me this classic combo. It's a Sgian Dubh and a companion Dirk. Model: Sgian Dubh & Dirk companion Material: Damascus Forged_by: HHH Damascus Bolster: Damascus Handle: 5000 year Old Irish Bog Oak Sheath: Pictavia Leather in Perth, Scotland Website: SquareDKnives.com

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A Sgian-Dubh is a small, single-edged knife proudly worn as part of Highland dress. This iconic blade symbolizes the rich tapestry of Scottish history, originating as a practical tool for everyday use and evolving into a cherished accessory for ceremonial occasions. The name derives from the Scottish Gaelic “sgian-dubh,” meaning “black knife🔪. 📸 @shuttermonkeysmedia We supply a large range of Sgian Dubh from stag horns to colourful gem stones for any occasion. #SgianDubh #HighlandDress…

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The term Sgian Dubh is most commonly pronounced in English 'Skee-an Doo' The Sgian Dubh is the small ornamental Knife traditionally worn in the top of the stocking by a Highlander in Scotland. The flat edge is normally worn in the right sock by right-handed people. The name is Scots Gaelic - the word 'sgian' means knife or dagger and 'dubh' means black, referring to the colour of the handle which was originally made from black hardwood.

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