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28th February 25, 09:36 AM
#19
US sources for Inverness Capes
 Originally Posted by Panache
Way, WAY back when I lived in San Jose, my only knowledge of the Inverness Cape came from very vague recollections of images of Sherlock Holmes, and of course those always focused on his funny hat.
My "needs" (if there really ARE any) are for a garment that can keep me warm in the sometimes frigid Montana winters (of course a week ago we transitioned quickly from 5 ft of new snow on the ground and 0°F temps to 56° yesterday and rapidly disappearing snow). Anyway, I'm seeking a very heavy and lined wool garment.
But thanks so much for the suggestion. I'm crafting my next visit to Scotland, and visiting a shop where I can obtain a tailored for me cape will be on the punchlist.
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