Mention is made in most of the detailed books published on the clan's history, usually IDed as "Sutherland Hunting" tartan. It was also outlined with illustrations on the Clan Sutherland Society webpage, however I see that the page was redone recently. Most of the more interesting material culture articles are now absent unfortunately.
Nevertheless, here is some potted history references for your perusal:
Possible origins of the Clan's usage:
"Black Watch tartan, originally dated Threadcount taken from Logan's 'Sutherland' tartan. This was the tartan adopted by the Government for use by the Black Watch, and later by other Highland regiments, sometimes with the addition of distinguishing lines."
https://albanach.org/a-tartan-by-any...e-d042bbc57499
Lord Alistair Strathnaver (2nd from right in photo), son of Elizabeth the Countess of Sutherland-our clan Chief, also wears the Sutherland District tartan (Essentially Black Watch) on occasion instead of the Sutherland Old tartan:
The R.R. MacIan print for clan Sutherland:
https://www.lochcarron.co.uk/sutherl...tartan-fabric/
https://www.dcdalgliesh.co.uk/fabric/499730
https://www.dcdalgliesh.co.uk/fabric/432427
Last edited by Mike S; 30th June 18 at 11:02 PM.
My Clans: Guthrie, Sinclair, Sutherland, MacRae, McCain-Maclachlan, MacGregor-Petrie, Johnstone, Hamilton, Boyd, MacDonald-Alexander, Patterson, Thompson. Welsh:Edwards, Williams, Jones. Paternal line: Brandenburg/Prussia.
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