Ciamar a tha siebh,

This is my first posting on this forum. As a living history reenactor who portrays 18th century Highlanders (1745 clansman and slightly later redcoated Highland soldiers), I'm always looking to improve the authenticity of my kit. Right now I'm looking for sources of "hard" tartan, which was widely worn into the 19th century. I've queried a few custom weavers ($$$$), but was wondering if there are still any firms producing this fabric (almost all tartan produced today is "soft" tartan)? I would be looking for a non-clan tartan or early military sett (see James Scarlett's "Origin and Development of Military Tartans") in plant-dye colors, preferably in single-width (27" wide, or thereabouts) so I could sew two lengths together to form a plaid or make into an early philabeg or other garments. Admitedly, this is an unusual request, but any information would be welcome. Thank you for your indulgence.

Slainte