SD02N Sgian Dubh

Sgian Dubh - Traditional Scottish Sgian Dubh
A modern Sgian Dubh with a heatherwood handle. The blade is unsharpened, the material (420J1 stainless steel, 50-51 HRC hardness) is of sufficient quality to form a blade and sharpen it (ideally by a knife maker).

Heathergems are imaginative Scottish jewellery, made in Pitlochry, Scotland from heather twigs. This makes each piece an original - no promise can be made that it will look like the picture. You can specify the colour of the "stone" when ordering - if we are able to choose, we will follow your wishes.

Sgian Dubh (pronounced "skiːən duː") means "black knife" when translated from the Gaelic language. Historically, it was a small dagger that Scottish Highlanders carried hidden under their clothing for protection. Today, the Sgian Dubh is primarily a decorative element of traditional Scottish dress, worn prominently in a knee brace as part of a formal kilt outfit.

The blade of this knife is not standard sharpened, ensuring safe carry on formal occasions. It is made of high quality stainless steel type 420J1 with a hardness of 50-51 HRC, a material durable enough to form a blade. If you plan to sharpen the blade, it is recommended that you entrust this task to an experienced cutter.

Product Specifications:

• Blade material: Stainless steel 420J1, hardness 50-51 HRC
• Origin: Scottish tradition
• Use: Decorative accessory, can be sharpened for practical use

The Sgian Dubh is not only a symbol of Scottish history, but also a stylish accessory that will enhance the authenticity of your kilt outfit.