The sgian dubh, or "Scottish black knife", became a fashionable accessory in Scotland in the mid-18th century. It is also known as the 'Scottish sock knife' because it was worn in knee socks or boots. The Disarmament Acts, which were passed to disarm Catholic rebels in their Scottish retreats, forbade Highlanders from owning or carrying arms. They were therefore forced to conceal their weapons in secret.
This traditional sgian dubh has a black wooden handle with a basket weave pattern that is shaped to fit well in the hand, and comes with its own scabbard. The blade has decorative features characteristic of Scottish edged weapons and the hilt is decorated with a thistle motif.
- Overall length: 16,5 cm
- Blade length: 8,5 cm
- Handle length: 6 cm
- Weight: 0,06 kg
- Blade thickness (at base): 4,7 mm
- Blade width (at base): 1.9 cm
- Blade: Dull
- Sheath: Leather, steel