Sgian dubh as a work knife...

[texasmagpie]

I've been hunting around for good quality sgian to use as a daily work knife. It needs to be tough, hold an edge, and most importantly have a sheath I can wear on my belt. A sheath that can sit horizontally would be even better as I often make deliveries and ofcourse don't want something ruining the seats in any vehicle. Plus pulling the sgian out horizontally is a bit more ergonomic.

Any ideas or suggestions?

Texasmagpie

[kiltedwolfman]

This is my day to day sgian, well the knife that I use in place of a sgian
http://www.gerbergear.com/Tactical/K...-Back-Up_45803

[texasmagpie]

I wish there was a pic of the sheath. Might you have a pic you post?
Is the sheath comfortable to wear and move around in?

[kiltedwolfman]

I don't have a pic but it comes with a hard sheath and fits easily onto a belt. but here is a link to an image page.
https://www.google.ca/search?hl=en&s...95.XJwsY29_Zi4

[knotty]

A horizontal hanging sheath is some what uncommon. Ive never seen one for sale. Its not a hard thing to make, Ive made a few.

[CMcG]

A traditional sgian is meant to be worn in the sock, so I assume we're taking some leeway with not only the carry style, but perhaps knife design as well. If you consider having a custom sheath made it opens up a lot more possibilities for sgians that don't come with a belt sheath because they are intended for use with kilt hose...

You could look at the Cold Steel Secret Edge, which has a neck sheath and wouldn't ruin any vehicle seats
http://www.coldsteel.com/Product/11SDT/SECRET_EDGE.aspx


Or the slightly more expensive one made by Atificum Solice. It comes with a sheath, but they don't show a picture of it.
http://www.artificumsolis.com/Produc...ode=Sgian-Dubh

[AKScott]

If you are friendly enough with your local Cutco representative you might be able to lay hands on a miniature K-bar. I think its Riverkilt around here that has one, maybe others too. Small enough to wear in your hose as a sgian, tough as nails.

Custom sheaths are easy once you have the knife.

[Steve Ashton]

I have one of the mini Kabars. They are actually letter openers. They are not designed or sold as actual working blades. I can put an edge on it but it will only last opening one or two boxes when they arrive at the shop.

The steel in the original Kabar is actually quite soft so it can be sharpened in the field easily and quickly. I have the one issued to my father in WWII and the one issued to me in Viet-Nam. Both are good for what they were designed for but not up to the standards of today's civilian working knives.

[ShaunMaxwell]

Given that what you're needing is a utility knife, I'm not sure I'd go with something like a sgian dubh, as sgians generally provide no protection for the fingers in the event of slippage. You might consider something like this if something like the Cold Steel Secret Edge or Braveheart doesn't fit the bill (both of which are very grippy):



This knife is available with a 4" or 5.5" blade, is sharp, holds an edge well and is inexpensive. I carry one attached to a pocket on the back of my book bag daily for my commute via public transport and have been well pleased with it.

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/115...r-handle-black

EDIT: Given that you're a Texan, you'll want to avoid a double-edged blade, lest you run into difficulty with local law enforcement!

[AKScott]

Thank you Steve, I did not know that.