Question 1

I love the knife but did anyone else have an issue with the intricate pieces being wonky? Like the studs and such?

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I bought this knife and the retainer strap on the scabbard would not fasten.  The knife fits very loosely in the scabbard and without the retainer strap, the knife will not stay in the scabbard.  I contacted the company who stated they were only the seller and gave me another person to contact, they too abdicated responsibility and gave me another person, etc.  The bottom line is that the scabbard, (which was a cheaply made, poor fit to begin with), was never repaired or replaced.  So the knife constantly falls out of the scabbard and now the decorative studs are falling off the handle.  DON'T BUY THIS KNIFE!

Question 2

Hi - thank you for the beautiful knife! (the dm-1076 damascus sgian dubh) i was wondering what you recommend to use to condition the rosewood handle?

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I'm not the seller of this knife, although I did buy one some months ago. I agree it's a lovely piece, but I wouldn't call it a sgian dubh (black knife). That type of knife is designed to be tucked into the knee sock of a man wearing a kilt. My go-to wood conditioner for non-furniture pieces is tung oil. http://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0LEV719IZtVBDkAD5MnnIlQ;_ylu=X3oDMTE0OWIwbzdrBGNvbG8DYmYxBHBvcwMxBHZ0aWQDRkZYVUkzMl8xBHNlYwNzcg--/RV=2/RE=1436258813/RO=10/RU=http%3a%2f%2fen.wikipedia.org%2fwiki%2fTung_oil/RK=0/RS=9IS_LnMtJ7t2eI2U3riHp5mTgWQ- That's the link to the Wikipedia article. Personally, I didn't see a need for any additional conditioner on the knife I have. Also, I would question whether mine is rosewood, as it doesn't have a rosewood smell. I have a small collection of essential oils that I use in blending incense and other things, so I am familiar with the smell.

Question 3

Can this blade be sharpened well?

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Damascus blades or any high carbon blade will sharpen and hold an edge quite well, and can be resharpened easily.  One does not have to use a sharpening stone all the time.  Stones are usually used because the blade is chipped or otherwise damaged.  The best way to retain a good cutting edge is to strop the blade with a leather strop.  Check YouTube for good techniques of honing and stropping 
     As for keeping a blade rust free oils and beeswax aren't the best choice  since they contain acids that will damage the steel and cause rusting.  The best way to prevent rust is to use a micro-crystalline wax.  Renaissance Wax Micro-Crystalline Wax Polish is available through Amazon, as is the Pre-Lim Surface Cleaner by Renaissance.   NOTE:  I have no connection with the company, but use the wax on my knives and  other collectables.  Renaissance Wax was originally formulated in the British Museum research laboratories. In accelerated aging tests, scientists found that all current commercial waxes based on the usual natural waxes (beeswax and carnuba wax) contain acids which, in time, could spoil original finishes including wood.  The key words for any article one wants preserved is 'acid free'.  If one spends to buy a Damascus blade or a high carbon blade the wax is  cheap insurance to protect an expensive or rare blade's value.
Hope this gives some insight on maintaining your favorite knife.

Question 4

What is gbe blade length?

Accepted Answer

Blade is 7"

ASIN	B00K23X7PA
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#300,384 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #1,020 in Fixed Blade Hunting Knives
Blade Edge	Compound Bevel
Blade Length	12.5 inches
Blade Material	Damascus Steel
Blade Shape	Spear Point
Blade Type	pattern-welded
Brand Name	SZCO
Color	Brown
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (544)
Global Trade Identification Number	00801608010763
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Handle Material	Rosewood
Included Components	Sgian Dubh
Item Length	12.5 inches
Item Shape	Cruciform
Item Type Name	fixed blade,hunting knife,outdoor,camping
Item Weight	0.1 kg
Manufacturer	SZCO Supplies, Inc.
Model Name	DM1076
Model Number	DM-1076
Number of Items	1
Part Number	DM-1076
Product Care Instructions	Hand Wash
Recommended Uses For Product	Fighting, Self-defense, Collecting
Reusability	Reusable
Size	12.5"
Special Features	Manual
Style	Traditional
Theme	Scottish Tradition
UPC	801608010763
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	Manufacturer Warranty

SZCO Supplies 12.5" Damascus Steel Sgian Dubh Scottish Dirk Knife with Rosewood Handle, Handmade Pattern Welded Blade, and Leather Sheath

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