Quote Originally Posted by Chef
OK, I will be the odd man out on this one. I know people do it but I must admit I don't like the idea of wearing a BW kilt if you didn't serve with them and I know many who would agree. It is the same to me as wearing a school, university, regimental, or organizational tie when you have no connection. Now I know that the BW is overused in Scotland and I don't have a problem with a pair of trousers or a jacket (something that is not a military issue item) but I wouldn't wear a BW kilt. The very same as I wouldn't wear an insignia from a part of the service I didn't serve in.

I bought an Other Ranks BW sporran for very fancy occaisions, but I removed the BW sporrran badge and replaced it with a Masonic one because I did not feel comfortable.

You can obviously wear what you want and I mean no offence, but I believe there is something to be said for symbols you earn the right to wear rather than purchase.

PS. Yes I am ex-military.
Hmm, your entitled to your opinion, but tell me, how do you know if the tartan in question is Black Watch, Campbell, Hunting Grant, Hunting Munro, or the Sutherland District tartan. :confused: They are all the same.

Best regards,

Jake