Late 18th Cent Sgian Dubh Formal Style Knife

This is a replica of an 18th-century formal style Sgian Dubh with black decorative handle and sheath, this short bladed knife was traditionally worn at the top of a Scotsman's kilt hose, there are many styles for this knife but the most well known one is the Simple Black Knife.

The literal translation is "Black Knife", however the original meaning was probably "Hidden Knife", as this was the knife a Scotsman would hide about his person. Wearing at the top of kilt hose probably developed from when a Scotsman was taking the hospitality of another, he would take it from its "Hidden Place" and put it where all could see, showing he had no concealed weapons or intentions.

Specification

• Height: 21 cm
• Width: 3 cm
• Depth: 2 cm
• Colour: black, silver
• Material: faux leather, steel, wood
• Weight: 0.10kg

As this is a metal sword it can only be sold to those over the age of 18 years upon receipt of valid ID. We will require verification of your age via a photo or scan of ID showing your name and age before the dispatch your order.

PLEASE BE AWARE: All our replicas are blunt and intended for ornamental display or historical interest only. Nothing we sell is recommended or suitable for combat, and such use is strictly prohibited.