A 20th Century British Army style Highland sgian dubh - After information

[BarneyDave]

Can anyone tell me anything about this , a 20th Century British Army style Highland sgian dubh, the pommel cap bearing an Imperial Crown in high relief, as i cant seem to find anytihng about them.

cheers

David

[Anderson]

It's a traditional style sgian dubh, these are still made and sold in numerous Highland regalia shops. My question would firstly is what is the handle grip made from? If it's a synthetic material it's recent manufacture. It doesn't look hand carved. These would of course be bought by anyone turning out in Highland dress, Pipe bands etc. The crown on the hilt is a Queen's crown, and that may indicate it is associated with a Highland regiment, or not at all.