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01-04-2010, 09:53 PM
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01-04-2010, 10:38 PM
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as far as i can tell the extra pleat might help keep you from exposing your "manly parts" when you sit down, kind of how the utilikilt has the pleats in front also. The apron drapes down between your legs when you sit. Just an assumption though
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01-04-2010, 11:49 PM
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There is a hidden pocket sewn on the under apron. I think Burnett's is now Burnett's and Struth in Barrie, I have been in their shop many times and will I think email these photos to them to see if they may be able to provide some history on it. We may even take it up to them, we were up there a week before Christmas. I was absolutely sure it was a Fraser Highlander kilt, they were questioning what tartan it was as the name inside is John MacDonald.
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01-05-2010, 02:06 AM
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Fabulous kilt, looks a quality product. I do hope your friend will wear this kilt with pride.
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01-05-2010, 05:40 AM
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Isn't there a 78th Frasers Highlanders reenacment group in Montreal? Maybe this kilt belonged to one of their members?
A quick Google search also turned up 78th groups in Toronto, Ontario, and Vancouver. As well as a pipe band by that name in Ontario.
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01-05-2010, 06:04 AM
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Yes Matt there are reenactment groups in Toronto at least and probably Vancouver though I can only be certain about Toronto.
Alex, it really is a quality kilt, I'm sure Mark will wear it with pride.
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01-05-2010, 07:24 AM
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I love a good mystery - you are going to have to keep us posted as to any more information you get Glen.
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John Macdonald was my great great grandfather, lived in Nova Scotia. We also have Fraser blood. The kilt must have been his. The kilt must be a family heirloom. Thank you for finding it. You may post it to me anytime, thank you....
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Originally Posted by Riverkilt  John Macdonald was my great great grandfather, lived in Nova Scotia. We also have Fraser blood. The kilt must have been his. The kilt must be a family heirloom. Thank you for finding it. You may post it to me anytime, thank you.... |  A valiant effort Ron
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