Sgian Dubh Survival Knife (Fandabi-Dubh). History and Philosophy Behind the Design.

[@kibbles9415]

My five year old heard you say fandabi dubh and has been running around yelling it for about 10 minutes now and it's honestly adorable

[@FandabiDozi]

hahaha! awww cute! Glad its spreading to the next generation! :)

[@duaneburd9350]

See what happens if you say fire 🔥 hahaha

[@jalmagro36]

as long as he's not stabbing the cat... I lived in Glasgow and I know how it works

[@sonny2593]

Dublin was originally dubhlin, which actually means black pool. Makes me smile to think of the irish singing the rocky road to Blackpool

[@jamescanjuggle]

ah i knew why Dubh was familar, theres a place i used to go to called coil dubh, and i think its nickname was the black forest

[@sneedmando186]

I’m only part Scottish, but the pride I felt at the intro ♥️ thanks for making this channel, very unique and much needed in historian circles

[@randy-9842]

Mando Anon - I'm the same (a very wee bit Scottish) and agree wholeheartedly! His photography of the Scottish landscapes, his accent, garb, his interest in Scottish history - to the point of living a lot of it! I sincerely wish I had had teachers with his enthusiasm and knowledge when I was growing up.

[@yogibro6442]

My family is proud enough of being in the Bruce line, one of these might get my brother to bushcraft with me haha.

[@coppertopv365]

Test shows I'm 26% Scottish..

[@WhiteDragon689]

Not even Scottish and I feel most proud of it.

[@mwillblade]

I use to make sweet love to a girl who said she was 25% Scottish.

[@blister4walken]

Wow. 15 minutes. Sold Out. Just nipped in and got the light handled one, phew. Well done Tom, there will be a lot of happy highlanders out there. 😀

[@felixlynch7327]

and glaswegians lol

[@FandabiDozi]

Wow! 5 sold in the first 5 minutes!!! :D

[@alexandergutfeldt1144]

Congratulations! I hope to get one from the next batch .. my x-mas budget didn't allow me to get one from the first batch.

[@Wolf.dog.Thrian.Content29]

I I late your or knife video

[@shotgunsherman]

No shit none left!

[@princesscorvus2636]

Wah all sold out, but the tickets- that was quick! Congratulations🌼

[@Uchoobdood]

Wow i hope to be part of the next batch!

[@FandabiDozi]

UPDATE: All 8 finished Knives SOLD OUT in 20 minutes and all custom order SOLD OUT in 4 hours! The Fundraisers will run till the 21st Dec. You can Subscribe to my Emailing list on my website: www.tomlanghorne.com to be notified when orders are available! I was totally surprised by how fast they sold! Thank you all for the great response :D

[@tuerkefechi]

Having it now for several months, using it for outdoor acitivities, archery and EDC, I can only say it is a Fandabi-tastic Knife!

[@keyboardmamma]

For anyone wondering about the music in the background at the start, the tune is called sunset on the somme and it's being played on a set of smallpipes. Hope that helps :)

[@gborka]

5 cents about the handle color. Bog wood is rare material now, even at the old good days I assume it was rare. But at my grandparents village all wooden handles are "dubh", folks just burn the outer layer of the wood and than oil it well on the hot wood or even boil the handle in oil. This treatment makes the wood almost black and very durable. We are far from Scotland, but countryside is a countryside everywhere.

[@renoblevg5375]

Sucjs I was asleep and broke when this came out, can't wait to be awake and less broke when you come out with the next batch

[@markcrume]

May I suggest that you farm the work out to your friend Steve at Field & Steel. Market it as part of the Fandabi Dozi Signature Collection. Satisfy the demand, everybody's happy. I like your videos.

[@beelle]

Hi Tom. The opening monologue about ‘what is a knife??…’ says everything. So well said, there’s a touch of Burns there! Thank you.

[@TheManOWrath]

It's really weird to me that I clicked on this because I wanted to know which style of Sgian Dubh to get but I have a small, good quality, blade that's similar in size and has the exact same blade profile as the one you prefer. My top edge is a bit straighter but I planned on honing it down anyway. Otherwise it is the same. I'm excited that I essentialy already have the item thats the subject of the video. I look forward to using it in bushcrafting scenarios here in the Appalachian Mountains of Eastern Kentucky. Lots of folks 'round here have Scottish, Irish, and English heritage. I think I'll call this blade the 'Appalachian Sgian Dubh'.

[@TheManOWrath]

Man, it really is cool that my knife I have been carrying for a long time, which I favor, has the same profile as yours. Proud of my Insular Celtic heritage even more now.

[@whisky7project]

Really enjoyed this one Tom! Thanks! We will be talking about this topic on an upcoming show.

[@artex1917]

No wonder you sold them all so fast. No one makes these, especially not natively. You've got the Americans foaming at the mouth for these 🤣

[@randomtrooper7069]

I wonder when he's going to restock if ever

[@JACK_TheAllSeeingEye]

Positively frothing...lol🍁🍁🍁👍

[@julesthurongi1223]

A high carbon Sgian that looks like a prop from Rob Roy or Outlander would indeed make even the most casual Yank knife nerds drool.

[@williamfawkes8379]

My brother makes these, but he sneaks in a rare earth magnet inside the sheath to add a little extra grab on the blade. It works really well, and is completely hidden once its been finished. Black wood and white antler is my favorite look, with only a shiny line of metal to separate them at the bolster. Great job, making a knife takes some time and care, otherwise everyone would do it. Scandi grind is my personal favorite as well. Cheers! Edit: Oops I dropped my comment inside your comment.

[@amberwilliams4210]

@@williamfawkes8379 does your brother sell the knives? Link if so please?

[@demoths]

I've never wanted to throw $250 at something so bad... Y'all have GOT to keep making em!

[@kaiabea280]

These are all so incredibly beautiful! And the fundraisers are amazing too - I actually said “wow” out loud lol Well done!!

[@TheRealColt]

Excellent video mate. Brilliant idea having a percentage of the fundraiser going to charity. I got to say Fandabi. You picked some real thoughtful and passionate charities. I’d love to see the highlands back to their former glory with reforestation. Infact the whole british isles needs some tlc after the brutal deforestation it’s had for centuries. You sir are a modern hero of the highlands. If I had the millions that some have I’d be sure to donate to your cause. Hope to see the channel grow, keep up the good work. Nicolas from the toon

[@fieldsteel5390]

Smashed it bud! Really enjoyed working with you brother

[@StuffyMc]

These are just the kind of thing I love. Beautiful, traditional, simple, and highly functional. God I'd love to have one. Superb work on these, you should be proud.

[@OEF_Vet_0331]

I love your channel. It’s very relaxing. I love making things and especially making knives. You’ve inspired me to make one of these, eventually, for my boss. He has some Scottish heritage. Sending love from Texas, USA

[@OnTheRiver66]

Over 40 years ago I bought some skian dubh knife blades from J. Nowell & Sons in Sheffield, and I put handles on them. More recently I bought Sgian Dubh knives from Cold Steel. I love that knife design, and I think your are the best I’ve seen. I would love to buy one.

[@philochristos]

I friend asked me to make one of these for her the other day, and I'm just now learning what they are. Your video was helpful. Thanks.

[@messulethsan3246]

Hi, your Sgian Dubh set is perfect 👍👍👍

[@incognitocamo1439]

If you started mass producing these you could sell millions and easily fund everything you're trying to do with your land and this channel just by selling these knives. The wooden sheath and leather looks beautiful, that click is perfect and I love the versatility in ways to wear it. you should definitely be selling these for at least $100

[@BirivaMartirizado]

Man, I find the similarities between our cultures (Highlander and gaucho) We have our own heavy wool blanket, from native-american origin, (poncho), which could be used as shelter, as an over garment and as pants (chiripá) We have 2 carry knives, either the "xerenga" (simple, big, work knife carried in a crude leather sheethe) or the "Facón" (almost a dagger, but with only one cutting edge, once used to be made with broken swords, and in more recent times, post 1850, imported from Solingen, Germany of locally forged. Carried in a crude leather sheeth, or silver/alpaca sheeth.) The small knife is called verijero, because its carried above the "verija" (crotch), it was used for eating, cooking, leather work, castrating animals and such. We also used to carry a staff, but it was a spear, the tip was in the shape of a crescent, which the gauchos used to cut the tendons of cattle they were hunting I must say, the gaucho was a semi-nomadic horseman, his needs were a bit different from a highlander, but still our Cultures share many similarities

[@randy-9842]

Tom! I am really impressed. While I always carry a tiny knife, I do not consider myself a knife guy, but you really pushed a lot of positive buttons on this one. Nicely Done!! I would be honored to own such a tool, but I'm glad they went to folks who would use them a lot. I'll sign up and keep my eyes open for new things on your site. Being a wee bit Scottish myself and in love with the out of doors, I VERY much appreciate your videos. Godspeed.

[@thedailydungeon6379]

Brand extension suggestion: a flint version called the Yabba Dabba Dubh. I'll show myself out :)

[@woodman1701]

The knives are unique. Don’t think I’ve seen wood sheaths before. Especially with fir. Thanks for opening my mind to new possibilities.

[@loribenton5975]

These are beautiful, but they sold out before I could wake up here on the west coast at 4am and find your post. I seriously considered ordering one for my husband for his birthday. Hope you make more one of these days.

[@loribenton5975]

West coast USA, that is!

[@danielieska8856]

Please keep making these! I realize that your not a full time knife maker, but these are wonderful. Have looked for a good Sgian dubh and was dissatisfied with one that I bought previously online , even though the reviews were good. Your craftsmanship is admirable and can't wait to obtain one of your Fandabi Dubh's.

[@spellwing777]

Interesting how these knives very closely resemble the shape of a flint knife. One of the best example of 'if it's not broke-' when it comes to the basic shape.

[@torince1]

Beautiful knives! Really like the look of the deer knife.

[@HorsesArePeople2]

Do you ever plan on making more of those sgian dubhs? They look amazing and it's just what I've been looking for

[@WhiteDragon689]

I like the Fandabi-Dubh. Its rugged and functional. Get your production stream ready.

[@robertbrunston5406]

Awesome knives! Thank you for sharing.

[@tiagomateiro]

man, that's absolutely awesome!

[@chuckbowen5024]

Very well designed knife. I like simplicity.

[@turtlewolfpack6061]

Well darn....missed this one by a mile I did! As someone of partial Scottish and Irish decent I have always enjoyed most of your material. Keep up the good work and Merry Christmas!

[@victormartin6608]

Well done sir.

[@russellames8344]

I love this idea. I'm putting this in my work bench docket to make a variation of this.

[@adventureaudio1273]

This is the best commercial I've ever watched

[@nicobrocco4636]

So beautiful knives!

[@schoonerist]

Subscribed today, now have to binge watch. Great channel mate.

[@lexiloufaith547]

Just checked your online shop and are out of stock. Hoping you'll have more soon! I'd love to have one!

[@danielmartin9501]

Excellent craftsmanship! Well done Tom. Great content as ever too. 👍🏻

[@thefathiker1]

I hate I missed these.

[@jeffhayden2737]

Very well thought out and executed, great job on blending tradition and practicality.

[@EnliveningJustice]

Enjoyed this, thank you so much.

[@zomiipanda]

Wow uploaded 19 minutes ago and already out of stock

[@themadscientest]

Nothing beats time spent somewhere warm giving your tools a little bit of care, be it a quick hone to just a coat of oil.

[@CampfireKodiak]

Nice work my friend! I really like the blade design and sheath. I prefer a different handle shape myself but I agree with the rest of the points you mention. I use a credit card size diamond sharpener.

[@DannyRiskit]

Looks very classic. And the deer knife is wow!

[@flyboymike111357]

A small stirrup of cordage or a leather thong is good for securing a small knife to the tongue of a boot or keeping a knife inside a boot with your foot.

[@ObjectiveZoomer]

I'm a super big knife nerd and the steel snob and I'm very particular about my knives oh, and I got to say I was not expecting the knife to be nearly this well-designed. I can tell you really know what you're talking about and I really really want one LOL

[@FireCreekForge]

Cool, I like it!

[@stevemcdermott6199]

Aww I missed that draw, smashing knife buddy, wow Steve from Field and steel makes an excellent knives. Im going straight over to check out prices etc right now😉😉

[@dalecarpenter8828]

I need my small knife to be narrow pointy to reach in and cut tiny places ! I generally carry three sizes ! game processing bone is not what dulls the edge ,it's the dirt in the hair and on the skin !

[@gokiburi2768]

"Yes boy take it, we might need to butter bread on are travels"

[@neanderthaloutdoors9202]

Nice little knife Tom, I can see a lot of potential in that tool, would probably be a useful thing to have in the outdoors and all sold.

[@joshriley2555]

Always full of good content with fandabi dozi. Really glad you have a passion and the drive to make these videos. Um, however I went to your site to purchase a knife and they were sold out.

[@Urbanforager]

Beautiful knife.

[@gune678]

Another fine fine video love it!!

[@gregscottcampbell]

I hope we get another batch or a MK.ii released of these!

[@DougPalumbo]

Beautiful knives!

[@otroblogdemarcelo]

Wow man! Cheers from Argentina!!!

[@donnajinks8349]

Well done, pleased for you that they sold so qiuckly.

[@dhession64]

Nice design, pard. I'd reckon those aren't cheap, but the lack of decent sgian dubh available elsewhere puts you in a niche market. That is a sweet design, I must say, and yeah, I'll get in line for one.

[@dalecarpenter8828]

great channel great research and teaching !

[@ivanm5165]

トムトムさん、相変わらずこのビデオもは素晴らしい。頑張って

[@bowbailey69]

Matty makes amazing blades.

[@ThatJestrGuy]

Been waiting to see these amazing knives. Absolutely beautiful and versatile! I cant afford to buy anything at the moment, but i am wishing you all the best with the sales! Tha àlainn agus beag sgian (forgive my Ghàidhlig, only just starting to learn!)

[@anthonyhayslip4347]

Such a fan of what you brother, Thank you!

[@FandabiDozi]

Thanks buddy I appreciate it :D

[@longrider42]

About 25% Scottish. I found a very nice Sgian Dubh, from Kult of Athena. 1095 High carbon steel blade, Hard wood handle. Brass pommel and pins and bolster on the handle. A very nice leather sheath, but not for wearing in a sock. A good little knife.

[@darrenwallingford7560]

very good and beautiful knife

[@jonathangreenwood8730]

Good job Tom. Not surprised they sold out so quickly. Glad you use only natural products. Too many bushcraft knife makers use plastic. Not logical nowadays. Cheers.

[@renzodinozzicimoneoutdoora8957]

Wow... Tom it looks really awsome!!!!

[@tidge879]

You should try and license this to Condor. They love their twist on traditional designs.

[@bluefishfh1950]

Love this knife it´s a beauty

[@clevermcgenericname891]

Scottish man: designs small knife. Scottish police: violently piss themselves while calling SAS for reinforcements to deal with this incredibly dangerous individual.

[@drugbuddy665]

You should come to America! Our police looove giving out free knives, you just have to let them beat you unconscious first so that they have time to plant it in your jacket while you're being handcuffed. You know, country of freedom and all.

[@eldricgrubbidge6465]

I believe UK knife restrictions usually have exceptions for religious or national dress. This is largely to make sure the scian dubh and the kirpan don't get people into trouble.

[@charlottewalnut3118]

@@eldricgrubbidge6465 How about we just let people defend themselves instead of relying on the government because people are more efficient in defending themselves and the government is defending anybody because the government is filled with incompetent useless retards

[@siametta3782]

Saw this in the evening, not a hope lol. this is a great design man, I would absolutely purchase one if you did a longer run. I am also not a huge fan of buttons of clasps on sheaths, but at the same time have had some bad luck with open sheaths. I really like this adjustable leather top design and wondered if this is historical as well

[@nilsschenkel7149]

This is a well thought out design, and very pleasant to look at! However, as I saw how you drew the knife from the sheath by pushing against the leather `mouth´ with your thumb, I had the thought that that piece of leather possibly will roll over with time, changing your point of purchase. Should that turn out to be an actual issue, I´d suggest stiffening that point by either wet forming it into that more stable shape preemptively and/ or stiffening it with a rivet/washer combo or laquer. Another suggestion wold be a mark or a bit of jimping on one side of the handle to be able to tell which side the edge is on without having to look at it, or having to feel for the actual egde.

[@jock-of-ages73]

Aw man, there all gone! If your going to make more you'll have to give us a warning or something.

[@lupusoutdoors]

Just purchased one. All the best Tom.

[@FandabiDozi]

Amazing! Thanks mate!

[@Gotasplinter]

thanks for the video, love the knives id also love to know where did you buy the sharpening rod?

[@Lucky_Shooter]

Just got mine!

[@FandabiDozi]

I saw! Thanks very much mate! Well done for jumping on so fast! I'll get them posted this week :)

[@Lucky_Shooter]

@@FandabiDozi Thanks to you as well. Your videos and mindset have helped inspire me to learn about my heritage and build my historical kit. This will be a great addition to my gear. Looking forward to using it this holiday. Cheers to you!

[@bensachs1855]

Everything’s out of stock 😩 Guess I’ll have to keep an eye out!

[@David-lu4gq]

Beautiful looking knives, and I bet they would be functional too! Sadly a wee bit too expensive for me at the moment, but I've entered the Fundraiser tickets to try and chance my arm lol. Keep up the great work lad! 🙂

[@FandabiDozi]

No worries mate! Tickets entry confirmed. Good luck and have a great day :)

[@russellsage4953]

Brilliant

[@fsgtadZ]

heyyy, >*Lights forge* Thats really cool. Think your onto something.. What did you say it was made from again?

[@stephen8433]

Good video.

[@nicobrocco4636]

It's possible you make a video about how that kind of sheaths are made?

[@jessicasmith8230]

It's a pity that I missed out on these beautiful knives. I will enter in the fundraisers, but I don't win any of those, I'll be on the lookout for hopefully another batch.

[@MissJudyJetson]

Make more knives please.... I need one!

[@nyros23]

This is cool!!!

[@brandyhouston2105]

Thanks for making the video. As a knife nut, err, I mean collector, I must have one. Make more please. How many more you may ask? 10 million 😎.

[@wanderwikinger5657]

I love it !!

[@leomtk]

More knives please!

[@princesscorvus2636]

My fate; I am always too late😂 Well I don't even know if you can send them overseas to Germany.