The Skean: Distinctive Fighting Knife of Gaelic Ireland by Robert Gresh

The Skean is an 87-page hardback by Robert Gresh dedicated to the distinctive fighting knife of Gaelic Ireland. The book serves dual purposes: it provides research material for collectors and curators seeking to identify original artifacts, while also offering guidance to fabricators working on replica pieces. The content covers manufacturing techniques and fighting methods associated with the skean, making it a practical reference for both historical study and hands-on recreation of these historical weapons.