Two of my intertwined hobbies are living history, and bagpiping. My wife and I attended a black powder rendezvous last week. I played the pipes for a wedding that took place during the event. Everything went well, if a bit hectic, and a good time was had by all. Later that afternoon, the Groom came over to me to show me a special gift his new bride had ordered for him from Scotland. A beautiful damascus bladed sgian dubh, with carved interlaced knotwork ebony handle and sterling silver fittings, made by one Rab Gordon. Finally got a chance to see some of his work up close and personal. Fabulous knife, the Groom was very well pleased.