Back in the '70s some friends of mine got into Scottish 18th-C reenacting. That's the only aspect that ever tempted me- they got away with wearing sgain dubh, dirk, and sometimes even flintlock pistols and basket-hilted broadswords just about anywhere. Only once did I see it questioned back then, in a bar by an off-duty FBI agent. My friend said "it's part of my ETHNIC costume. Do you want to hassle me for wearing my ETHNIC costume?". He backed off. My friend was croatian by descent.

I was dismayed to find out that now the PC emasculation of our culture has gone so far as to condemn the dirk and create little one piece non-sgian dubhs with imitation sheaths where their blades should be. Reminds me of pictures I saw of Old West reenactors in Germany, dressed as cowboys and indians, but unable to have any weapons. Very sad.

here you are .....
Approx. pouch dimensions :
18cm x 12cm x 9 or 10cm

I'm considering another approch : transfering the contents of the blue box (hopefully rarely used PSK) in a neck pouch (something like that or perhaps a waterproof model ) ; this one I would keep it under my shirt, not visible.
Maybe a good winter idea ... but not so easy in summertime .... with light summer shirts ...


Alain

Speaking the gaelic is best learned by drinking large quantities of single malt whisky before settling into a SNUGPAK next to a rural pig farm under your hooch or basha for the evening. When your speech becomes one with the beasties and mutually intelligable it's a native speaker you are. At least thats what the Vicar,father Murphy told me after I swore in irish on the football field, lovely orangeman that he was <img src="images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Here is the one I have ; it's a modern version and has been made by a french knifemaker.



Now, I need to buy kilt, sporran, socks, aso.....
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OK, here's my $.02:

It is VERY easy to become a pants hamster with your EDC, or end up with your belt looking like something Batman would wear. I try to keep my pockets, and my key-ring, on a very slim diet (with one glaring exception - see below).

My solution: my Daytimer. It goes with me EVERYWHERE. (For those unfamiliar, imagine what a Palm Pilot would be if it was only paper, and was kept in a cloth zippered case) The case I got was from Eagle Creek - the "Travel Organizer", I think. It has been discontinued, replaced by the "E-Ticket Organizer". In an office setting, it goes without notice. In that goes my journal/sketchbook/datebook, address list, calculator, and all of the other sundries of 21st century office life. Also (and here is the FUN part) a lighter, Juice Kf4, compass, my PSK, two trash bags, two Ziploc bags, 12 feet of parachord, bandana, magnifying glass, and a small face towel (sorry, it's the Ford Prefect in me...).

My cell phone usually rides on my belt when not in my hand or in my jacket pocket.

That leaves in my pockets free for only (drum roll please...) my keychain (keys, Squirt S4, P-38 and an LED flashlight), and my wallet (ID, two credit cards, and whatever money my wife and Uncle Sam allow me to keep). I often keep a business card wallet in my jacket pocket, too, when I'm working.

Around my neck I have my ID tags from the service (one ID, one medical alert) with a wide elastic around them to keep them together. Sandwiched between the tags is a $20 bill. A small metal tube whistle is also attached.

Now, for the one glaring exception I mentioned earlier. The LED light I carry on my key-ring is an Infinity 'Ultra'. It's large, heavy, and takes some getting used to in your pocket. ("Is that a flashlight in your pocket, or are you just happy to see me?". "Oh. It's a flashlight.....") I made this decision because 1) it's darn indestructible; 2) it's bright; 3) it runs on AA batteries; and 4) my wife would shoot me if I bought an Arc AAA-PE ("ANOTHER L.E.D. FLASHLIGHT!?! Where's the Ruger?.....")

I still like the sporran idea best, though. It's the Scots genes in my ancestry. They manifest themselves in strange ways. Several times a year I have this unexplainable urge to put on a wool skirt, paint myself blue, and chuck spears at the English. <img src="images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />

.....CLIFF
Providing more information than you really wanted to know since 2001.

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First in response to Chris K....Okay i admit it I'm fluid, or do I mean fluent...Hic <img src="images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" />

Hi SheetBend,
Afew comment and questions on your EDC.
"Handkerchief wrapped around key ring with keys..."
With all due respect it is precisely the above I would be looking to minimize. As soon as you reach for your hankerchief your keys end up on the floor - maybe counter-productive?
"Vital of Nitroglycerin..."!!!???? I thought that was explosive!
In your left front pocket you have two wallets. Whats a "burns mission wallet"? Wouldn't keeping one wallet in a back pocket balance the weight? Just some thoughts.
The sheer quantity of gear you guys carry round is impressive both in quantity and quality, many thanks for the input.
Martin

What model or version is it?

The Mission wallet is to hold coins, http://www.bladeart.com/mission-tac/mission_wallet/mission_wallet.htm . The Fisher wallet holds dollar bills and ID. The Nitroglycerin is pill form for heart patients and is not explosive. I have not found a good key ‘wallet’ yet and am still looking so that every thing would be containerized and not cause holes in my pockets.
I keep my back pockets empty so I do no pinch the nerve in the back of my legs when I am sitting down, as this causes my legs to tingle and ‘go to sleep’.

I wish I knew what model that Eddie Bauer bag is. I have never looked for the model number on it, but will do so considering the requests I have had. I have been on the Eddie Bauer site, and the bag I have is not represented.

I bought the bag at my favorite Goodwill store here in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for $2.99. As you can see from this and some of the other purchases I have posted here (Large external framed Wenger backpack for $3.99 and a medium Alice military assault pack with an L2 frame from one of the regulars for $13.00.), this Goodwill store is the place to shop.

If I learn to use my new digital camera real soon, I will try to post a picture with dimensions.

My house is currently in turmoil with my father in a nursing home, my mother with dementia, and me taking on the responsibility as the son turned parent, so please do not get angry if it takes me awhile to post a picture. The model number if it exists on or in the bag I may have as soon as tomorrow.

Bountyhunter

I use an Uncle Mikes Concelment Holster in the spring to fall or when traveling.the neat part is the velcro rear compartment ,stuff you don't use a or don't want to lose is locked away from cell phone, key's ect. the front small pocket hold's small flashligt[CMG Infin. scripto lighter, lip balm,small flat bottle of iodine[reused Bianca mouth freshener : http://www.galls.com/style.html?assort=general_catalog&style=NP157&cat=350 .come's in gray green or black