New Products
AFRICAN BLACKWOOD/STIRLING SILVER SGIAN DUBH
We don't usually get excited about a new sgian dubh, even one from our friends at Comrie Crafts. This time we will make an exception. We recently placed a restocking order and when it came we found this sgian, which we did not order, in the box. Well we were WOWED! when we saw it. Our pitiful photos simply do not do it justice! This is a great example of a top quality sgian from one of the premier makers in Scotland. The handle is African Blackwood trimmed with 6000 year old Bog Oak. The blade is Damascus steel. The handle is inlaid with a sterling silver Celtic cross made on South Uist and capped with more sterling, suitable for engraving. It is stored in an embossed leather sheath. All this comes in a beautiful gift box. Quality like this does not come cheap. The price for this unique and gorgeous sgian is $200 plus $5 packing & post. It is definitely worth that price and will be a true heirloom to be handed down through the generations for whoever buys it. It will be making the rounds of the Highland Games staring on May 29th so it is definitely subject to prior sale. However, we are placing it on the site for your enjoyment and consideration. If it is sold when you call we can always arrange a special order. Contact us right away if you are interested. SOLD! THIS SGIAN IS NOW THE PROPERTY OF A CUSTOMER IN FLORIDA. HOWEVER, IF YOU LIKE WHAT YOU SEE, CALL US. WE WILL BE PLACING A RESTOCKING ORDER IN EARLY JULY AND CAN ALWAYS INCLUDE ONE OF THESE FOR YOU!
THE KNIGHT'S DAGGER
We were surprised to see this dagger back in the wholesale catalog. It was one of our most popular blades several years ago but was unavailable until now. A great blade, do not confuse it with our less expensive Damsel's Dagger shown below. This dagger is more finely finished and solidly constructed. 16 3/8 inches overall, the stainless steel blade is 10 1/2 inches. Comes with a leather tie for your belt.
Yours for $55 plus $8 post and packing
THE DAMSEL'S DAGGER
It's back after a two year absence. The Damsel's Dagger was one our most popular blades at the Highland Games and Renaissance Festivals. Then they vanished. Now they are back, we hope for some time to come. Same low price, same excellent quality. Stainless steel construction with relief carved sheath and wire wrapped pommel. (jewelry shown is not available from Bold Blades) Yours for just...by the way, guys can carry these things too! $25 plus $7 post and packing
RIVER WITHAM SWORD
The River Witham Sword was dredged up from the river, near Lincoln, England, in 1788. Some experts have dated the
sword to the Viking era, but it is more likely to have been made in the late 13th c. The inscription on the blade of the original,
which is duplicated here, is + NDXOXCHWDNCHDXORVI + the meaning of which is completely unknown. It most likely is an abbreviation of a
phrase. The blade is 31 1/4 inches long. The sword is 38 3/4 inches overall. It weighs 3 lb 8 oz. The grip is wrapped in leather and
it comes equipped with a wooden sheath covered in leather. This interesting sword is yours for...
$175 plus $12 packing & post
JOIN THE BLACK WATCH & WEAR THE RED HACKLE
So read the recruiting poster for the 42nd Highland Regiment, AKA the Black Watch. One of the more famous bonnet adornments in the British
Army,the Red Hackle came to symbolize the fighting spirit of the Highland Soldiers. Now that the regiment is amalgamated with others in the Royal Regiment
of Scotland, some of the tradition has been put aside. However, the 3rd Battalion of the Regiment, which consists of the former Black Watch,
still wears the Red Hackle. It even looks good on our well-worn Balmoral bonnet (which incidentally was produced by our manufacturer and
shows that we can provide something besides "basic black"). Wear one proudly for...
$6.95 post paid (Other colors available)
ROYAL REGIMENT OF SCOTLAND RECOGNITION FLASHES
As mentioned above, the British army has a new regiment, the Royal Regiment of Scotland, which is an amalgamation
of several old and famous regiments. This did not go down very well with the people of Scotland but the government prevailed. We are offering
the recognition flashes, known in the US as unit shoulder patches, for the new regiment. They are available in woodland camo, AKA
DPM in Britain (above right), and desert tan or khaki (above left). The other patch is that of the British 7th Armoured Division of WWII fame.
We can get these but are not stocking them at present. We also have to Royal Regiment flashes for dress wear (shown below). Finally,
we are offering the flashes of the 51st Highland Division of WWII fame (below right). The 51st HD fought in Europe before Dunkirk and came back
to fight its way into Germany and end the war.
These flashes are sold in pairs and were meant to be worn on each shoulder of the uniform shirt or blouse.
A great buy at $7.95 per pair post paid
NEW SPORRANS
We are definitely adding these sporrans to our line. From left to right they are: THE CELTIC SPORRAN; THE BASIC SPORRAN; THE
HIGHLANDER SPORRAN. Each of these sporrans is made in black leather and come equipped with a chain strap at no extra charger. The Celtic Sporran
has a hidden snap closure and embossed Celtic knotwork decoration, while The Basic and The Highlander have a braided leather closure as shown.
The Basic and the Highlander both resemble sporrans of the 18th century and earlier. These sporrans have room for wallets
keys and credit cards, something that many sporrans cannot handle.
Yours for only $60 each, plus $5 post and packing
SWORD LETTER OPENERS
OK, these are not real swords, but they do have blades! When we first saw these in our wholesale catalog we liked them very much and were even more pleased when we received the first shipment. These are miniatures of two swords we offer in full size. Each comes with its own stand and will make an interesting and attractive gift for your favorite executive. Or, just keep one at home to open the mail. The Viking Letter Opener (left) is 9 inches overall and sells for $19 post paid. The Basket-Hilt Letter Opener (right) is $22.50 post paid. It is a copy of our Officers' Backsword found elsewhere and is 9 1/2 inches long. (SORRY BUT THESE ITEMS ARE SOLD OUT!)
THE FIREARM IN SCOTLAND IN THE 17th AND 18th CENTURIES
The latest book from the President of Bold Blades,
The Firearm in Scotland in the 17th and 18th Centuries covers the development of the firearm
from earliest times through the golden age of arms making in North Britain. Of special interest will be the
many full color illustrations of antique and modern reproduction arms from the era. By special arrangement with the publisher, the
reader will be able to enlarge each illustration and photo in the book with the click of the mouse for closer examination. The 135 page work includes
information about the decoration and construction of Scottish-made arms as well as their history. Of particular interest to American readers will be the in-depth
examination of the Ferguson Rifle and its potential effect on the outcome of the American Revolution. Also included is information on the care and valuing of
antique arms, as well as loading, firing and maintaining the modern replica. A list of sources for reproduction firearms is also supplied. The book is available in CD ROM only for...
$24.95 postpaid
THE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR AND BANNOCKBURN
This latest monograph by the president of Bold Blades is a short history of the Knights Templar, followed by a thoughtful appraisal of the position of the Templars by the time of Bannockburn in 1314, the likelihood of their participating in the battle and the decisive factors which brought about the battle's conclusion. He takes a fascinating look at the myths surrounding the Templars in Scotland and presents logical and plausible answers for each. This is a controversial subject among Scots, Templars and Masons everywhere.
$12.95 postpaid
SCOTTISH WEAPONRY MONOGRAPHS AND LECTURES
These two works were authored by Lin Robinson, President of Braemore, Ltd, the parent company of Bold Blades. In
Weapons and Tactics of the Scottish Highlanders of the 18th Century he describes the weapons and tactics of the front rank Highland troops of the "'45" and explodes some of the myths that have grown up arround them. He also touches on the post-Culloden acivities of the Scottish fighting man. There are sections on the troops, the musket, the pistol, the dirk, the targe, the sword, accoutrements, battle tactics and the myth of the sword. Of particular interest are the extensive full-color photos of the weapons themselves, as well as of the elements of the Highland Charge. CD ROM format.
The William Wallace Sword - Or is IT? attempts to look at what is arguably one of the most famous relics of the Scottish Wars of Independence, with something of a jaundiced eye. Long the subject of controversy, the sword seems somewhat out of place as the weapon of a 13th Century knight and Guardian of Scotland. This is sure to be controversial, but the author believes that there is strong evidence to support his theory. Do you think it is really the sword of William Wallace? This work is presented as a 35 minute lecture on audio CD.
$12.95 each postpaid
