Hey Matt Newsome!

[PaulS]

This is a good link to find out whether, when, or how carrying a sgian dubh (or any fixed-blade knife) is legal in your State. Remember, some States allow local governments to pass more restrictive laws, so it is always a good idea to research all of the pertinent laws before carrying a knife of any kind. This is a good place to start:

http://pweb.netcom.com/~brlevine/sta-law.htm

[yoippari]

Ask around at swordforum.com. I know I have said it before but there are some really good smiths over there that can make just about any kind of sgian dubh you can want. Of particular note is Jake Powning. Do a search look at his work, prepare to spend money.

[Silverlake_Punk]

I'm not a complete knife nut, but I like carrying a good utilitarian blade when I can. I've wanted a sgian dubh for some time, but I won't spend money one one that is either too ornate or one with a cheap blade that won't keep an edge. Now it looks like I've found the knives of my dreams at www.knifemaker.co.uk . They have some really, really nice stuff, and it seems that much of it is one-of-a-kind. For example...