Costum Sgian Dubh

[Inchessi]

I have unsuccessfully tried searching for a knife maker to create a Sgian Dubh. Do any of you know of such a business?

As a Marine I have the idea that a miniature Ka-Bar would make one H**L of a Sgin Dubh.

[billmcc]

Rab Gordon does custom Sgian Dubhs. See here: http://www.rainnea.com/custom-sgian-dubhs.htm

[Bugbear]

I recall reading discussions on a mini ka-bar being used, but I don't remember if it worked out.

[davidlpope]

I recall reading discussions on a mini ka-bar being used, but I don't remember if it worked out.

Try this link for a discussion about a custom-made sgian dubh in the form of a ka-bar:

http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/n...ighlight=kabar

Maybe Ron can provide more specifics via PM.

Cordially,

David

[billmcc]

If I remember correctly, Riverkilt's mini Ka-Bar is a letter opener made of aluminum. Not a functional steel knife.

[auld argonian]

They do make a mini Ka-Bar.

http://www.eabco.com/cgi-bin/shopper...key=725-212505

...that's just a listing from the first site to come up...no endorsement of the merchant. Still a little bit big for a sock-knife, though...probably a bit on the heavy side as well.

Best

AA

[ShaunMaxwell]

I've had two custom sgians made to date, and have my eye on another maker...

You can see the first one I had made, a very utilitarian knife suitable for field use, here: http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/m...x.html?t=41851

I recently acquired another sleeker sgian which is reviewed here: http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/d...x.html?t=55158

I'm looking forward to getting something like this next: http://www.angelfire.com/my/wisecust.../4Gallery.html (scroll to bottom of the page)

Also, be aware that there are a number of bladesmiths on this forum as well.

[Inchessi]

They do make a mini Ka-Bar.

http://www.eabco.com/cgi-bin/shopper...key=725-212505


AA

Thank you, I did see that and felt it was too long for a Sgian Dubh.