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Sgian Dhub is Gaelic for black (dhub) dagger (sgian), as invariably
the handle was carved from black bog oak, and more subtly, as the word
black" meant secret or covert as in "blackmarket"; mostappropriate for
this weapon of last resort which was usually concealed, only to be exhibited
in the presence of a host out of courtesy, and thus placed in the wearer's
hose (sock) where it would be seen. This item is supplied in a gift
box
Sgian Dhub - SK/T
Reverse view of Sgian Dhub
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