Sghian Dubh

[Storm40]

So, I'm sorta/kinda in the market for a traditional looking Sghian Dubh with a decent (i.e. not stainless) blade. I've been googling and searching and it seems that the two choices are stainless blades which are cheap or ultra high end and super expensive... The one ~$50 option with decent steel for a blade (from Amazon, no less) had great reviews but they said it would be too heavy for putting in one's sock.

Ideally, I'd like to spend around $50 (but willing to consider up to $100) and I'd like it to at least have a passing resemblance to a traditional Sghian Dubh. The good news is, I have until around May before I "need" it.

I found a decently priced dirk that I like, but I'd take suggestions on that, too...

 

[Yellowhand]

If you're looking to outfit your regalia properly then you need to spend the proper money for a proper dirk and sghian dubhe.

 

[Storm40]

If you're looking to outfit your regalia properly then you need to spend the proper money for a proper dirk and sghian dubhe.

I'm not looking to go nuts. I haven't the budget for it. Someday, perhaps. right now, i'll settle for a passable dirk, sghian dubh and great kilt

 

[Mike OTDP]

A good sgian dubh is hard to find in that price range. How handy are you? If you're good with wood, get a kit from http://www.lochnessorigins.com/sgian-dubh-kits/ and start whittling. If not, try http://www.kultofathena.com/scottish.asp and take a look.

WRT a dirk, I'd save my money and go to http://www.scotiametalwork.com/index.html. Mike MacRae will make you a good dirk for around $400. Differential heat treatment, etc.

 

[Storm40]

I saw the loch ness origins site. Last night, after posting, I remembered that a favorite old uncle of mine might be willing to put a one of a kind, hand made hilt on one of the damascus blades for me. if not, the Kult of Athena site rocks... thanks so much.

as for a $400 dirk... while I'd love one, i don't think I can afford one of that quality yet. Maybe I'll put it on the 20th anniversary gift list

 

[lee2]

heres one.
http://www.amazon.com/Supplies-DM-1...=1417915165&sr=8-3-spell&keywords=Sghian+Dubh

 

[RangerWillrett]

These guys have few options, I have a few of there items and they are great. http://www.museumreplicas.com/s-9-scottish-celtic.aspx

 

[Alea Jacta Est]

I have a very close friend who makes them. PM me if you're interested. His work is excellent.