Originally Posted by
Troglodyte
It's nice to see that version of the regimental purse in action - have an unused example with its strap that's curently looking for a new home.
It's interesting, WWI military sporrans, because from what I've gleaned the Scottish Scottish regiments didn't issue leather sporrans, though officers could purchase what appear to be civilian sporrans (no badges) though that could be putting the cart before the horse; perhaps that style became popular with civilians after the war.
Here's one worn in WWII. Note the civilian Ghillies and bespoke Battle Dress tunic with open collar and lapels.
And a Canadian Pipe Major wearing that style in WWII.
On the other hand the WWI Canadian Expeditionary Force did issue leather sporrans to Other Ranks, from what I've been able to glean.
Last edited by OC Richard; 19th July 25 at 02:18 PM.
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