There are very few so called restricted tartans. Most clans do not care if you wear their tartan as long as you wear it with respect. Many members of the original Scottish clans were not actual family members. Rather they were people who owed allegience to the clan chief. If you are concerned, I would reccomend contacting the clan association for the particular tartan you like . Tell them that you admire their tartan, would like to know some of its history and ask their permission to wear it.
"A day spent in the fields and woods, or on the water should not count as a day off our allotted number upon this earth."
Jerry, Kilted Old Fart.
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