Storrington, West Sussex, United Kingdom

[herminator]

Quaich? What Quaich?

I see pics of you Hamish - and boy, is it good to see you again!

"Limitations" and "inconveniences" sadly are a part of life, I do hope you won´t let them "grind you down"

Have a wonderful Advent time, my friend!

Shalom
Hermann

[Hamish]

Well now, The Quaich is, as I write, on the next leg of its travels westward around the globe. It is not going far this time, but I know it will be warmly welcomed and shown some interesting sights.

I appreciate having had the opportunity of playing a very small part in this venture and wish The Quaich safe and enjoyable times ahead.

Take care,
Ham.

[starbkjrus]

Outstanding Hamish. Thanks for those.

[English Bloke]

Well done Sir. Excellent!

[cruiser348]

Fantastic to see the quaich get it's chance to be part of one of the legendary pleat shots on the sundial. Hard to imagine but there are now hundreds of people jealous of this symbol of our groups fraternity; since it got the chance to visit the collection and gardens. Thank you for sharing it's visit with us.

[piperdbh]

Hamish,
I noticed on your inventory that there was a 25-year gap beween buying your first and second kilts. How did you ever manage to survive all that time with no additions to the Kollection?

[Eck]

Enjoyed the storybook and immaculate kilt pics.

[Schiehallion]

So good to see you well Hamish and with the quaich. Plus great to see the Saltire on your flagpole. It's looking good ... as good as you are ! Cheers !

[Chas]

How did I miss this thread? Excellent pictures, as always, Hamish. And some really nice armorial china in the background.

Regards

Chas

[Hamish]

Thank you everyone for your kind remarks - one tries one's best!

To piperdbh: the reason for the 25 year gap in 'acquiring' was that in those days I wore the kilt only as a costume for my Scottish Country and Highland dancing activities, nothing more. It was not until I retired that I discovered the comfort and joy of wearing the kilt more frequently and, once hooked, gradually invested in a selection - the thought of building a Kollection never entered my mind. With a half-decent choice of kilts on hand, I expanded my wardrobe to include tweed argyll jackets, barathea doublets and chunky sweaters. Day and Dress sporrans, belts, hose, shoes and boots followed and once I felt I could go appropriately kilted to any event or function whatsoever - I ditched the t------s once and for all. The Kollection just grew from that time.

Now, I fear I have sinned! I forgot to include two other photos taken whist the Quaich was with me at Bicknell Grange. Here they are:





Take care,
Ham.