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The time of the ancient Scottish Clans.
Life could be harsh during the time of the ancient Scottish Clans. It was a time when men were men and so were the women. Confronted by a hostile environment, the people and families of medieval Scotland grouped together and the clans emerged. Self-interest disappeared, transformed into a sense community.
A clansman was judged by his hunting, fishing and, when necessary, their fighting skill. Ability with a Dirk, broadsword, bow and arrow, hunting snare, or fishing line was applauded. Not surprising when you realise that success at these was a matter of life or death for him and those he loved. So the quality of the blades on their knives and swords were highly important and the craftsmen that made the best blades were revered.
At the end of each day they would raise their swords and knives to the sky, to acknowledge another day of survival. “Life” they would cry as a celebration of their continued existence.
Craftsmen and arms makers to Clan Mackintosh
The Noble Family were Septs to the Clan Mackintosh and were well known for fine knife and sword making. According to the Mackintosh Clan histories, the first of which was compiled about 1500, the progenitor of the family was Shaw or Seach, a son of Macduff, Earl of Fife, who, for his assistance in quelling a rebellion among the inhabitants of Moray, was presented by King Malcolm IV with the lands of Petty and Breachly and the forestry of Strathearn, being made also constable of the castle of Inverness.
There is also mention of a fine dirk and Claymore, double handed sword, made by a James Noble, given in recognition of the help provided. We continue this fine tradition today at James Noble and our knives are given as gifts and are admired and coveted around the world.
Long has thou lov'd an' trusted us fairly!
Charlie, Charlie, wha wadna follow thee?
King o' the Highland hearts, bonnie Charlie.
