Sgian Dubh

Sgian dubh is pronounced "skee-an doo" Gaelic for "black knife." It refers to the little ceremonial knife held within our kilt socks. It may seem like a small detail, but a kilt knife can complete the look of a Highland outfit. Explore our full range of kilt accessories to finish the ensemble. Next, the whole ensemble falls flat. One thing worth saying straight away: the blade's pewter and unsharpened. This is a traditional accessory, not a working knife.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Blade's pewter, left unsharpened on purpose. Our sgian dubh knife is traditionally worn as a ceremonial accessory rather than used as a functional blade.

Handles come in wood or plastic. Wood is the classic choice. It also gives this Scottish knife a more premium look. Choose a wooden handle for a formal Highland outfit. The sheath protects the blade and features traditional Celtic knot or emblem designs.

Clan Crest Sgian Dubh Designs

Choose from the sgian dubhs available in our collection. Each product comes as shown in its product images. Looking for a specific clan symbol or design? Contact us before placing your order. Some designs may allow limited customisation, and we can confirm what is possible for you.

Buy our Sgian Dubhs with Confidence

We ship our kilt knives across the UK and worldwide, no shipping restrictions or legal caveats like you'll find with other knife-style products. That's because it's correctly worn and classified as a traditional Highland dress accessory, not a working blade. Worn properly in the kilt hose, it's a genuine finishing piece for any Highland outfit.

We've been making Highland accessories for over 20 years, with a 4.7 star rating from customers along the way. Every order comes with 24/7 customer support, rush delivery if you're up against a date, and a straightforward 30-day return and exchange policy so if something's wrong on our end, we'll put it right.

Ready to complete your outfit? Browse the range and order today. Questions first? Call +44 1254 957307 or email support@irishkiltshop.com.