a jacket thought or two

[Panache]

... Shall I also start to talk about labour conditions, working hours, worker rights?

Not if you wish to allow this thread to continue.

Cheers

[Nanook]

Not if you wish to allow this thread to continue.

Cheers

Then one should not talk about want of cheap. There are economic, environmental and social implications of all purchases. Had a look lately at the state of the Scottish mills and knitware industry? Look at what's left of the shoe industry in Northampton (just as the one in New England)--- and the skyrocketing prices of what's left.
Need I remind us all that Nicoll Brothers of Bankfoot--- among the finest sporrans at any cost--- just closed their doors after 170 years.
And its not just about jobs and tradition but......