I seem to recall when I was last at Stirling Castle they said that at one point the castle was taken by a small force scaling the cliff side. Did I remember that right?
At any rate, the ribbon hilt looks great. I am contsantly in awe with what these individuals can do with some ore, heat and a hammer. Simply put - they are miracle workers.

Thanks for the Stirling pictures, Mac. I must get there someday!