Traditional Handsewn Kilts
and Accessories
The Sgian Dubh/An Sgian Dubh
HE SGIAN DUBH (PRONOUNCED 'SKEE-UN doo') is a small knife worn tucked into the top of the kilt hose. It is worn in the left sock if you are left-handed or the right sock if right-handed. Visually, it should neatly bisect the two ribbon portions of the garter flash. Only the top couple of inches (the pommel and a bit of the handle) should protrude from the hose top. Any further and you might lose your knife!Sgian dubh is Scottish Gaelic for black knife. Various theories have been put forth to explain this etymology. Some claim that traditionally the handle was made from black bog oak. Still others claim the name implies secret knife. Nevertheless, the sgian dubh was the Highlander's last resort and was reputedly hidden under the armpit of one's jacket (referred to as the sgian achlais). When in the presence of friends or other polite company, the Highlander would place his sgian dubh in the top of his sock as a show of courtesy. And there you have it.
Prices are in Canadian funds. Canadian residents must pay GST (5%). Ontario residents must instead pay HST (13%). All sgians dubh are made in the United Kingdom.
IMPORTANT By making this purchase you are certifying that you are 18 years of age or older and in making this purchase you are responsible for adhering to all laws applicable to your local region with regard to sgian dubh or dirk purchases. The buyer agrees and certifies that Keltoi is not responsible for any damage or injury to person or property resulting from use or misuse of purchased item.
Day Wear Sgian Dubh (Antler)
Stag horn is a material traditionally used for day wear sgian dubh handles. Due to natural variation, each handle is unique. Stag horn is collected each spring when stags shed their antlers after mating season.
$55.00 $60.00 $60.00 $110.00
Day Wear Sgian Dubh (Wood)
Wood is another fine option for sgian dubh handles. The Officer sgian dubh features a functioning corkscrew, screwdriver, and bottle opener. It is available in over 200 clan crests.
$90.00 $90.00 $115.00
Dress Sgian Dubh
The Dress Sgian Dubh is suitable for evening occasions and feature a stainless steel blade, pewter fittings with either a Celtic or thistle motif, a 'basket-weave' or 'rope' handle, and a pommel topped with a Swarovski crystal. They may also be fitted for a pewter clan crest.
Rope - $90.00 Basket - $90.00 Clan Crest - $90.00
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THE KILT QUEUE:
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This equals a wait time of approximately fourteen weeks
Site last updated:
July 28, 2010
