I'm not sure if this is the right area to post this question, if its not please move to the right one.

After reading Keiths thread on the Massey Sgian I was wondering if anyone has pictures of a Sgian Achlais that they can post.

Also how was it held in place near the arm pit?

thanks,

dave

Here's a pic of my sgian achles (blade by Kirby Wise, hilted by Art Elwell).

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Attached is the original it was based on.

I have no idea how to wear it.

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Hey Chad!

Now that I like! Do you have a blade length and overall length?

The grip is what, antler?

I can't for the life of me figure out how they were worn.

dave

Hi Dave

I've not come across anything that shows exactly how they were worn, or held in place !
I've heard bits about a jacket pocket , things about it being wrapped in the folds of the plaid, etc., but I suspect they're all speculative !

Here's a link that gives a nice overview of the sgian's history :
http://foreverscotland.com/clan/index.cfm?act...cleID=1080

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* Pic : "Scottish Swords & Dirks", by John Wallace .

Mac

Hi Mac!

Thanks for the link.

dave