Genuine Full Crown Stag Horn Sgian Dubh with Stainless Steel Blade
This stag horn sgian dubh is made in Scotland with a stainless steel blade, real stag horn handle, and a Celtic embossed leather sheath, this is one of the finest sgian dubhs be have available. Each piece of horn is unique and random. In Celtic legend, which predates heraldry, the stag is a very powerful symbol. In early history, the stag in Ireland and Scotland was a very large and powerful animal. One of the rituals relating to leadership was to have the candidate hunt and kill a stag using only a knife made from a stag’s horn. The person would then take on the persona of the stag, gaining its strength and wisdom.
- Made in Scotland-Measures approximately 9 inches
- Hand-carved Scottish red stag antler makes each piece unique
- Since the modern sgian-dubh is worn mainly as a ceremonial item of dress and is usually not employed for cutting food or self-defense, these blades are a good quality un-sharpened stainless steel blade.
- Includes black embossed leather sheath
- Family owned and operated in the U.S.A.
