The sgian as a weapon for fighting

[Woodsheal]

The little sgian dubh is, in it's origins, a utility skinning/gutting (gralloch) knife, thrust into the stocking most likely as a means of convenience.



The sgian achlais, or "armpit dagger" was a more substantial blade considered a "weapon of last resort." Why else hide it?







The two sorts of knives were originally unrelated, IMO....

[Dale Seago]

Thanks Brian, that's my understanding also.

REALLY nice sgian achlais, by the way -- who made it, if I may ask?

[Woodsheal]

Thanks Brian, that's my understanding also.

REALLY nice sgian achais, by the way -- who made it, if I may ask?

That's one of Glenn McClain's little gems! He also made me a very sweet ca. 1680's dirk....