Looking for a shirt

**ncof300d** · 15th July 08, 05:44 AM

I would like to find a shirt styled like a Jacobite shirt, but not so bulky. I do not care for the look of the mass of material. Or is this there a maker of a Jacobite shirt that is trimmed down?

**Finn** · 15th July 08, 06:23 AM

Nate,
Try shirts from various reenacting sutlers or get a pattern for an American drop sleeve. I have two made from muslin and they're quite comfy.

**ncof300d** · 15th July 08, 06:26 AM

Originally Posted by Finn

Nate,
Try shirts from various reenacting sutlers or get a pattern for an American drop sleeve. I have two made from muslin and they're quite comfy.

Where did you get yours?

**Finn** · 15th July 08, 06:31 AM

Had them made. You can get the pattern from Smoke & Fire or James Townsend. Need links?

**ncof300d** · 15th July 08, 06:32 AM

Originally Posted by Finn

Need links?

Yes, please.

**Finn** · 15th July 08, 06:44 AM

Townsend:
http://jas-townsend.com/index.php?cPath=40
Smoke & Fire:
http://www.smoke-fire.com/kanniks-korner-patterns-1.asp
http://www.smoke-fire.com/19th-centu...patterns-2.asp
Townsend is in Pierceton, IN, and S&F is in Waterville, OH. Townsend has restricted hours, so call ahead if you plan to drive out. They've always beenVERY good with speed & accuracy in shipping.
S&F are nice people and the shop is fun, if crowded.

**scotnadian** · 15th July 08, 07:19 AM

Hi, not really meaning to plug our own stuff, (cloaksanddaggers.ca) but we do a great men's shirt.My hubby wears one with his kilt and his belted plaid and I think it looks pretty darn good.He always gripes that the shirts are too short (of course, he's 6'5") to stay where they are supposed to, so, we make'em a little longer than the typical patterns out there. You might want to keep in mind adding a bit of extra length if youa re making your own.That, and, we've found that a linen blend is nice and cool and doesn't wrinkle up quite so much!