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06-09-2010, 11:04 AM
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Originally Posted by ThistleDown  Three offerings, Jock, but I'm sure Ian Grant will come up with a variation that will be perfect for you 
1912 Silver and embossed kid  | WOW! I'm not usually one for lots of decoration, but this piece is astonishingly, sublimely beautiful. I think anyone who wore that could rest comfortably knowing they had the most gorgeous kit in the room (as well as with the slight discomfort of outshining the host or any special guest  )
Thank you for sharing that shot ThistleDown.
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06-09-2010, 11:07 AM
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All of these are real nice, but I couldn't envision Jock in one of the newer hunting styles. I think that second one Sandy showed is very nice. I'm guessing that is doe skin with a silver cantle. Simple but beautiful. And it doesn't look new and shiney.
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06-09-2010, 11:33 AM
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I'm not qualified to give an opinion, Jock. 
But I do look forward to seeing what MacMillan of Rathdown suggests, now that JSFMACLJR and Matt Newsome have weighed in.
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06-09-2010, 05:01 PM
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Originally Posted by ThistleDown Three offerings, Jock, but I'm sure Ian Grant will come up with a variation that will be perfect for you
1912 Silver and embossed kid
Mid-19C silver and calf 
18C silver and leather (opens with the finial) 
Rex | Rex, do you have a link where these are sold (not that I can afford one, most likely!)?
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06-09-2010, 05:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Woodsheal Rex, do you have a link where these are sold (not that I can afford one, most likely!)? | The first two are not "in the style of", Brian. The first was made in Glasgow 1912 and the middle is probably 1850-1870. The bottom one appears to have an 18C sterling cantle but in that case the bag must have been remade in the 20C -- perhaps using the original as a pattern -- because this is not old leather. All are privately owned. In terms of value I've no idea about the last two but the first one was purchased recently (2008 or 2009?) at about USD2000. I suggest Ian Grant and other Scots silversmiths would charge twice or more to make it today.
Just three entirely different ideas for Jock, all with silver cantles.
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06-09-2010, 05:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Woodsheal Rex, do you have a link where these are sold (not that I can afford one, most likely!)? | based on the image names, I'm guessing these are museum pieces.
Edit: Bah! beaten to the punch by ThistleDown
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06-09-2010, 06:05 PM
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Originally Posted by ThistleDown 1912 Silver and embossed kid | Those are superb (as are the other sporrans you've posted in the past, including the one with the cantle you made yourself), thank you; an inspiration really.
I thought kid meant goat, and that sporran bag looks reptilian to me, possibly lizard or cayman alligator?
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06-09-2010, 06:05 PM
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Originally Posted by ThistleDown The bottom one appears to have an 18C sterling cantle but in that case the bag must have been remade in the 20C -- perhaps using the original as a pattern -- because this is not old leather. | I don't believe this is correct. I am certain I saw this exact same sporran advertised for sale on Timothy Niall-Harris's website, House of Labhran. My understanding is that this was a modern reproduction of an 18th century-style sporran with the cantle made in brass, not silver. I inquired with Timothy about having one similar to this made up, but alas, the gentleman who was crafting the cantles had passed away unexpectedly. At least, that's the way I remember it, I think it was 3-4 years ago.
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06-09-2010, 06:13 PM
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Oh, god - more accessory porn. Just when I was trying to wean myself off of it! Sandy, I just love your taste!
Regards,
Rex.
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