I have an Argyle jacket for general wear, but was considering getting something more formal. I am not a fan of of the Prince Charlie. I was considering a Sheriffmuir, but the more examples I see of it the less it appeals to me. I am now looking at the Montrose to wear with a jabot, etc on more formal occasions.

HOWEVER, while most of the models I see in advertisements could be said to have a trim, military bearing, I resemble more the fellow who has ignominiously lost the Battle of Shortbread. I am, to be uncharitable, slightly rotund. At 250 pounds (nearly 18 stone) and five feet nine or ten inches, I am underheight.

I put the question to you - will I, in a semi-bell-shaped Montrose Dublet, cut a surprisingly dashing figure for a older chap without a gym membership? Or would I be subjecting myself to ridicule and scorn by those who value their own judgement above kindness towards a quirky yet friendly senior citizen?