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    Quote Originally Posted by Mike Horah View Post
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    ------- But even then batches may differ. I would not be surprised if even the finest plaids produced 50 60 or 70 years ago have partially faded or not quite so well survived regular out of doors use.
    Indeed they do.The tartan of the Atholl Highlanders are a prime example of this. I seem to recall that the last time I saw them parade, there were at least four very different shades of their tartan to be seen being very proudly worn by all ranks.
    Last edited by Jock Scot; 11th April 25 at 01:44 AM. Reason: found my glasses1
    " Rules are for the guidance of wise men and the adherence of idle minds and minor tyrants". Field Marshal Lord Slim.

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