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    When I was at The Gathering last Saturday, I saw the largest walking man I've ever seen on two legs. He must have been 30 stone (400 lbs +)if he was an ounce!

    Having said that, he was BEAUTIFULLY kitted out in kilt and a PC, obviously made to measure, and a real credit to his clan, Scott btw.

    Quality will out!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Stratherrick View Post
    When I was at The Gathering last Saturday, I saw the largest walking man I've ever seen on two legs. He must have been 30 stone (400 lbs +)if he was an ounce!
    That must have been the same one I saw. I am sure that his kilt looked longer front to back than it did waist to hem. Not a pretty sight.

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    Jacket for a large man

    Just one small point if I may. A Prince Charlie jacket is generally regarded as an evening jacket, and in my personal view should not be worn during the daytime. This would be akin to wearing a tuxedo during the day which would look odd. An Argyll, Braemar or Crail jacket ( or one of the modern equivalents) would be more suitable for general use.

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    Quote Originally Posted by acaig View Post
    Just one small point if I may. A Prince Charlie jacket is generally regarded as an evening jacket, and in my personal view should not be worn during the daytime. This would be akin to wearing a tuxedo during the day which would look odd. An Argyll, Braemar or Crail jacket ( or one of the modern equivalents) would be more suitable for general use.
    Does this go for pipers as well? I know this has been discussed ad nauseum on the boards.. But for a piper playing wedding/funeral, wouldn't a PC be the jacket of choice? What about a civic event (such as at the town hall)?

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    Quote Originally Posted by NewPiperinNY View Post
    Does this go for pipers as well? I know this has been discussed ad nauseum on the boards.. But for a piper playing wedding/funeral, wouldn't a PC be the jacket of choice? What about a civic event (such as at the town hall)?
    Personal opinion only:

    When a piper is 'working' solo (not in a band uniform), I like to see them looking their best. To my mind they are representing each and every piper in space and time. The piper on the castle ramparts at dusk; the piper on the D-Day beaches; the piper at the memorial service; the piper, piping in the haggis at a local Burns night, they are all encapsulated in the one man playing here today in front of us. As the ambassador of all pipers, everywhere, they should look the best dressed kiltie present. A heavy burden I know, but that is the way I see it. I often close my eyes when I hear piping so as not to be distracted.

    End of personal statement.

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    Quote Originally Posted by NewPiperinNY View Post
    Does this go for pipers as well? I know this has been discussed ad nauseum on the boards.. But for a piper playing wedding/funeral, wouldn't a PC be the jacket of choice? What about a civic event (such as at the town hall)?
    I have personally never seen a piper wearing a PC. An Argyll, Braemar or Crail jacket is typical.

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    An Argyll would be appropriate at the wedding. Usually the PC is on the groom. A Piper looks grand in a Braemer of such colour as goes with the colours in the kilt.

    Slainte

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    These are all good answers!
    Just as a matter of course, the jacket of a Scot's attire traditionally fits more snugly than an American sport coat...that being said, I would choose the one that is most comfortable to you.

    And, remember that when holding the pipes you will need the jacket to accommodate the movements thereof ith:
    Eņin ~
    Official Music Site ~ Jonathan Walden
    Clan Shaw website
    "Don't skirt the issue, call it for what it is""

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    Quote Originally Posted by acaig View Post
    Just one small point if I may. A Prince Charlie jacket is generally regarded as an evening jacket, and in my personal view should not be worn during the daytime. This would be akin to wearing a tuxedo during the day which would look odd. An Argyll, Braemar or Crail jacket ( or one of the modern equivalents) would be more suitable for general use.
    Something to keep in mind, on this side of the Pond, the rules of formal dress are also a bit more relaxed. Wearing a tux of the full white tie stlye in the day isn't inappropriate in the right setting. In the case of a wedding, for instance, it's not uncommon to see the waistcoat and tails jacket even before 6PM.

    So, I would say go with what you like. I've always heard "wear what you are comfortable in", but I feel that is a bit incorrect. Most folks are more comfortable in t-shirts, than in tuxedos.

    So, here's my two cents. Find something you like the way YOU look in it and is comfortable enough to allow you to play well. If you look good, but sound like nails on a blackboard because you are to bound up, you're not going to be happy. If you feel like this jacket is emphasizing that part you don't like, you're going to be self-conscience and not play your best. Wear something that looks good, that makes you look good, and still is comfy to play in.

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