I just don't like how it feels having a sgian dubh in the hose. It just becomes uncomfortable for me. If I think I might be needing a knife for the day I simply take my 3 inch lock blade knife and either put it in my sporran or use its clip to attach it to the lower kilt strap on the right side. I know some folks really enjoy a good sgian dubh, dirk, etc, but I don't particularly care for the look or feel of one for myself personally. I don't strap on a dagger, knife, and sword when wearing my jeans, and I don't when wearing the kilt either.