Sgian Dubh

Sgian Dubh is Gaelic for black ("dubh") dagger ("sgian"), as invariably the handle was carved from black bog oak, and the word "black" also implies "covert".  Normally this weapon of last resort was concealed, and only removed in the presence of a host out of courtesy, usually to be placed in the sock where it would be seen.  All supplied in attactive gift packaging, with general historical notes.