Gold Brothers, aka...

[Foxgun Tom]

MacMillan of Rathdown say's:

"I guess what I'm asking is this: What's the real reason for all this Gold Brothers bashing? Crappy products? Crappy products made in Pakistan? Crappy products made in Pakistan foisted on an unsuspecting public as having originated in Scotland? Or is it down to the fact that the Gold Brothers, who are shrewd businessmen, have seen a market, have moved in aggressively, and are resented by some Scots who don't like the fact that some non-ethnic Scots have bested them at their own game?

Perhaps, after nearly 100 posts, someone can give me the definitive answer."

I don't think some Scots or even a majority! do resent Gold Brothers these lads are shrewd business men an have seen a niche in the market and exploited it? is'nt that what any business is supposed to do?? as for crappy products from pakistan or the far east, we have just as many other scottish iconic items imported from Europe and elsewhere and they don't get slated as much as this? If a Scot or a tourist like me wants to shop at Gold brothers thats our right and choice, I don't see anything being foisted on anyone!!!! If an individual has a limited budget and buy's a product that encourages him to save and buy more expensive alternatives maybe elswhere or even the same supplier, all the better, These guy's contribute to the Scottish economy and any promotion of kilt wearing is to be applauded, if an individual has an issue with labelling on any item again!! there's a choice, don't buy whatever the product is!! for me its that simple! at present my top end of the market estate tweeds, vest's, jacket's kilts, other jackets accessories etc: the value probably runs into more than a couple of thousand pounds sterling and I certanly would not be put off purchasing items from this company if the items are what I require!

Tom

Ps: This may seem a dumb question! but as a Scot I'd love to know what is a non-ethnic Scot???, its the first time I've heard the term!!