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    total world domination- and the jacket for it

    I mentioned in another thread my desire for a red Prince Charlie coatee. What I failed to mention is my acute and chronic lack of funds. The best price I have found is made to measure from Scotweb at just over 200 pounds, which is a hefty chunk of change. I would buy a red tailcoat and perform surgery, but haven't been able to locate one in my size ( 41 or 42, allowing for expansion) for even as low as that.

    Bear in mind, Scotweb's PC is burgundy, which knocks out wearing it with Royal Stewart and any of the red tartans.

    I am not so sure about spending that much to get most of what I want, if I could possibly spend a little more or a little less and get ALL of what I want. I am sure, once I have such a dream garment, that I can get the UN and others to send me One MILLION dollars, but I want to make sure I don't leave any money on the table in the acquisition phase. Who knows where to do this right and do it cheap, preferably at the same time? Or should I save my money for a shark mounted laser beam instead?

    As always, pictures and recommendations would be greatly appreciated

    Just think of me as Dr Evil's kilted competition.
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    I guess my first question is "Why a RED PC?" I have seen burgundy, forest green, and navy, in addition to the ubiquitous black, as well as at least one made in what appeared to be black Shadow Tartan material in another thread a while back. So what is it about red that you need it so bad?

    Second, would you consider a doublet in red instead, as these are fairly easily obtained since some pipers bands wear them, and often the leader of a band may wear one with his baton?

    If PC it is and it must be fire engine red you will likely have to have it custom made for you, either at a kilt shop with tailors, and independent tailor, or you may find someone here on the forum willing to give it a go.

    If and when you do get it you MUST post photos, because this I gotta see. Good luck.

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    I don't know about red, but Scott Blair do these:



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    The Harlequin PC. . . simultaneously goes with any tartan, and none at all!

    That is too much -- wonder what nightmare brought it on?
    Proudly Duncan [maternal], MacDonald and MacDaniel [paternal].

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    I wonder if there are any photos of someone wearing the Harlequin one!
    [B][COLOR="Red"][SIZE="1"]Reverend Earl Trefor the Sublunary of Kesslington under Ox, Venerable Lord Trefor the Unhyphenated of Much Bottom, Sir Trefor the Corpulent of Leighton in the Bucket, Viscount Mcclef the Portable of Kirkby Overblow.

    Cymru, Yr Alban, Iwerddon, Cernyw, Ynys Manau a Lydaw am byth! Yng Nghiltiau Ynghyd!
    (Wales, Scotland, Ireland, Cornwall, Isle of Man and Brittany forever - united in the Kilts!)[/SIZE][/COLOR][/B]

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    Talking

    That green really appeals to the wee bit of Irish in me blood !!
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    seem the fool; than to open it, thereby removing
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    check out the tiny gent in the upper left hand corner of this page: http://www.highlandclans.co.uk/Kilt_..._Doublets.html

    It may be a red dress mess, but it is certainly red. When I rule the world, I will be sure to take very good care of the guys in the harlequin PCs. http://www.highlandclans.co.uk/HLI118.gif
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    Quote Originally Posted by MacLowlife View Post
    When I rule the world, I will be sure to take very good care of the guys in the harlequin PCs.
    When I get mine, I'll be counting on you.

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    Just get a red mess dress and switch out the buttons. They can be had very cheap on Ebay.

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    Quote Originally Posted by MacLowlife View Post
    check out the tiny gent in the upper left hand corner of this page: http://www.highlandclans.co.uk/Kilt_..._Doublets.html

    It may be a red dress mess, but it is certainly red. When I rule the world, I will be sure to take very good care of the guys in the harlequin PCs. http://www.highlandclans.co.uk/HLI118.gif
    Highland Clans is owned by the Chief of Clan MacLea/Livingstone; Niall Livingstone of Bachuil, Baron of the Bachuil, Coarb of St Moluag, Abbot of Lismore . I do know that he is a traditionalist. You could always email him at sales@highlandclans.co.uk and ask about a bespoke PC in a red material similar to the one in the corner you mention.

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