Paul Baleta
Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider
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Hi Folks
A Scavaig! It's been about 18 months since I made one of these wee beauties
My take on a traditional Scottish Sgian Dubh - the 'Scavaig'. This rustic beauty has been crafted with a brass bolster that is solid (not a ferrule) and a stabilized wine barrel Oak handle centre that has been flamed. The Pommel is stabilized Bog Oak that is between 2000 and 5000 years old with a fine mosaic pin. Stabilized wood has been impregnated with a hard resin that provides a degree of water resistance but is also far less likely to crack or warp. This traditional blade also features filework on the spine and a main pin in the handle that has been peened, domed and polished to a satin sheen. The sheath is also 100% handmade in-house with saddle stitching and toolwork.
BALETA Handmade Sgian Dubhs make use of high quality materials sourced from around the world and are all hand crafted with superb fit and finish. They are completely functional (sharp!) and built to last. If looked after, they will easily provide a lifetime of use and you'll be able to proudly pass it on for future generations to enjoy.
€ SOLD
Also on my website: Sgian Dubh 'Scavaig' - Flamed Oak and Bog Oak
Thanks for looking!
A Scavaig! It's been about 18 months since I made one of these wee beauties
My take on a traditional Scottish Sgian Dubh - the 'Scavaig'. This rustic beauty has been crafted with a brass bolster that is solid (not a ferrule) and a stabilized wine barrel Oak handle centre that has been flamed. The Pommel is stabilized Bog Oak that is between 2000 and 5000 years old with a fine mosaic pin. Stabilized wood has been impregnated with a hard resin that provides a degree of water resistance but is also far less likely to crack or warp. This traditional blade also features filework on the spine and a main pin in the handle that has been peened, domed and polished to a satin sheen. The sheath is also 100% handmade in-house with saddle stitching and toolwork.
BALETA Handmade Sgian Dubhs make use of high quality materials sourced from around the world and are all hand crafted with superb fit and finish. They are completely functional (sharp!) and built to last. If looked after, they will easily provide a lifetime of use and you'll be able to proudly pass it on for future generations to enjoy.
€ SOLD
Also on my website: Sgian Dubh 'Scavaig' - Flamed Oak and Bog Oak
Thanks for looking!
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