Jonesing a Sgian Dubh

[BEEDEE]

Saw O'Neille's recent post and Panache's pictures and decided to make a sgian dubh (actually two!). Bought two blades from Atlanta Cutlery - one damascus and one steel, and wood blocks and jade from Jantz Supply. Just been notified that both orders have shipped!

Will work on the plain blade first to figure out any problems, then the damascus. The jade is to honor my New Zealand heritage - NZ has an indigenous jade called greenstone that was used by the Maoris for ornamentation and jewelry and continues to be used as jewelry today.

Here is a sketch of the design.

Any of the rabble who have advice are welcome to post - this will be a first for me.

Brian