2 More Full Mask Sporrans

**Sciuropterus** · 26th October 06, 07:47 AM

Originally Posted by beerbecue

Good call Sciuropterus, looks like the L&M stock photos to me, too....

I would much rather see photos of the actual items in the auction....

Too me, that is the one downside of the L&M sporrans and all the websites and vendors that list them... The photos are all stock, and do not reflect what your sporran will actually look like, especially if you are buying real fur... The photos are representative, but there are bound to be natural differences....

The aformentioned is not the fault of the vendors, but just the nature of the custom-made sporran business.... L&M can't give photos of the actual items, because they don't exist until after they are ordered....

The prices aren't bad at all though.... not bad at all..... extrememly competitive with even the larger L&M dealers like Kilt and Thistle and Scottish Lion....

I have seen first-hand that finished L&M fur sporrans, especially the mask ones, will not look exactly like the stock photo. There are ALWAYS variations when it comes to animal products. That is part of the deal, I guess, unless you are working with cloned animals! Always good quality from L&M.

Hank, I must disagree with your position that there is no real need to advertise the prestigious L&M brand, it gives instant credibility and assurance of quality, which goes a long way to help someone justify the purchase of a big-ticket accessory.

**beerbecue** · 26th October 06, 08:21 AM

Originally Posted by Sciuropterus

I have seen first-hand that finished L&M fur sporrans, especially the mask ones, will not look exactly like the stock photo. There are ALWAYS variations when it comes to animal products. That is part of the deal, I guess, unless you are working with cloned animals! Always good quality from L&M.

I don't have first hand experience yet, but I spoke to L&M representatives (very friendly and helpful, BTW) who told me in no uncertain terms that fur sporrans will vary...

I look forward to receiving my example of their work....

I just got tired of repeatedly returning rather shoddy, inexpensive fur sporrans with little to no workmanship that I bought off ebay, losing shipping money each and every time. Decided to save money by buying a dress sporran that will last past my lifetime....

**highlandtide** · 26th October 06, 08:29 AM

Originally Posted by Sciuropterus

Hank, I must disagree with your position that there is no real need to advertise the prestigious L&M brand, it gives instant credibility and assurance of quality, which goes a long way to help someone justify the purchase of a big-ticket accessory.

I stand corrected. I guess what I meant was that no one else who is selling them ever says they are L&M and most people dont even know who that is. For the well versed, though, you are correct.

**switchblade5984** · 26th October 06, 11:11 AM

you are selling those?!

wow hmmmm now i might have to consider!

**Woodsheal** · 26th October 06, 03:15 PM

I also like these, but have a question: are these considered "dress" sporrans (even though they don't have the fancy cantles), or can they be worn for non-formal and "daywear"? The black muskrat especially seems like it would be an appropriate day-wear item....

**switchblade5984** · 26th October 06, 03:31 PM

maybe it depends on the color of the fur.....

**MacWage** · 26th October 06, 07:13 PM

Hank,

One Request:

BRING OUT THE SKUNK!!!!!!

**turpin** · 26th October 06, 08:46 PM

Originally Posted by Woodsheal

I also like these, but have a question: are these considered "dress" sporrans (even though they don't have the fancy cantles), or can they be worn for non-formal and "daywear"? The black muskrat especially seems like it would be an appropriate day-wear item....

I believe a full mask porran is the only type considered appropriate for any kilt-wearing situation. They're pricey but the only one you need.