A world champion pipe band drummer, who lost his right leg below the knee due to diabetes, is trying to get a specialist prosthetic made which will have space for his Sgian Dubh.

Scott Campbell wants the prosthetic to complete his piper’s full highland dress. The Sgian Dubh (pronounced ‘ski-en doo’), is a small knife that is worn tucked into the top of the sock, or kilt hose as it is traditionally called.

“I’m a drummer in the Vale of Atholl Pipe Band and was the former leading drummer for the 7 SCOTS Pipe & Drums,” said the 45 year old from Dundee.

“I’ve performed all over the world at festivals and tattoos. After I had my amputation, my pipe major asked how I was going to get a sock over my prosthetic but I actually couldn’t get one to stay up, so I’m currently matching my prosthetic limb to the colour of the socks.

“The Sgian Dubh is a traditional part of the uniform. I’m researching different companies and organisations that might be able to help – I’m hoping someone can build a prosthetic which can house the Sgian Dubh. This is not a hobby for me – it’s a lifestyle. My next task will be raising the funds for it, so I’m also looking into how I can raise the money for the limb.”