No Pockets - What do I do with my hands?

**Mickey** · 18th November 11, 10:53 PM

Originally Posted by Jordan

Im curious whats the difference between parade rest and ease?
sorry to go off topic.

Parade rest is hands clasped behind the back. At ease, formally, is hands loosely clasped in front, similar to Zardoz's shot of funeral rest, though in relaxed terms, means just let them hang. But that was a while ago. Things may have changed now.

My apologies for not actually answering the question during my first post too. As to What To Do With Them, I think everyone has pretty much summed it up nicely... put something in them! Your girl's hand, a drink, cigar (if you don't partake... give it a shot and just don't light). Personally I would recommend Zardoz's second photo, though I can't say that I've had that particular luxury.. at least in a kilt.

And I tip my hat to Tobus and Copper... kudos to both of you for having the class to not let an initial minor disagreement turn into something ugly. Very good form!!

**Silent Raven** · 18th November 11, 11:05 PM

Originally Posted by markv

A few weeks ago my wife placed an order with Rocky for my first kilt which I should receive on my birthday in December. One of the questions I have which I haven't seen any reference to is what do those wearing traditional kilts do with their hands? I have a habit when I'm out and about of keeping my hands in my pockets when I'm standing around etc. As kilts usually don't have pockets, the thought struck me -- where do I put my hands?

This may be a silly question to some. But it's a curiosity of mine none-the-less.

Thanks,
Mark

have you tried sitting?

**kiltedjoss** · 30th January 12, 05:09 PM

You'll get comfortable with hands not it pockets. And, you'll look better and be better for it. You can practice by holding a dram in one hand.

**Fedgunner** · 30th January 12, 05:50 PM

Originally Posted by SlackerDrummer

Right hand: Scotch
Left hand: Cigar

alternatively

Right hand: Cigar
Left hand: Scotch

This!

**Kilted Karl** · 30th January 12, 07:50 PM

Originally Posted by Nick the DSM

Get bagpipes.

Aye!

And I concur with the hands clasped behind or in front.

Your Obedient Servant,

Karl

**Ryan Ross** · 30th January 12, 08:48 PM

I'm forever folding my arms. Not sure why. Or maybe I am. Heck, I have no idea either way, and doubt that it matters.

**davidlpope** · 30th January 12, 09:11 PM

Originally Posted by markv

A few weeks ago my wife placed an order with Rocky for my first kilt which I should receive on my birthday in December. One of the questions I have which I haven't seen any reference to is what do those wearing traditional kilts do with their hands? I have a habit when I'm out and about of keeping my hands in my pockets when I'm standing around etc. As kilts usually don't have pockets, the thought struck me -- where do I put my hands?

This may be a silly question to some. But it's a curiosity of mine none-the-less.

Thanks,
Mark

Your hands go on your cromach!

Cordially,

David

**creagdhubh** · 31st January 12, 06:55 AM

Originally Posted by davidlpope

Your hands go on your cromach!

Cordially,

David

Yes indeed, or one can always do what Prince Charles does with his left hand and his waistcoat!

Cheers,

**BEAS** · 31st January 12, 01:54 PM

Never put your hands in your pockets. If you trip an fall your face will take the brunt of the fall.
Learned from a Marine.

**creagdhubh** · 31st January 12, 02:01 PM

Originally Posted by BEAS

Never put your hands in your pockets. If you trip an fall your face will take the brunt of the fall.
Learned from a Marine.

I am a Marine, and yes, I NEVER EVER dared to put our hands in our pockets!!! But, I was in uniform (even though I never did whilst in civies either, and still don't to this day), and I see nothing wrong with placing your left or right fingertips inside your waistcoat pocket, just as HRH Prince Charles does.

Cheers,