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15th November 09, 01:53 AM
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Balmoral bonnets
Wondering who you prefer to purchase from? I would like the best quality I can afford without being ridiculous. I am in need of a black balmoral, not a TOS. There are soooo many venders my eyes have begun to cross.
TIA
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15th November 09, 02:54 AM
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glengarryhats.com
Great variety, great quality, great price, great service. Can't go wrong, if you are on the west side of the big pond. Probably on the east side too.
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15th November 09, 06:54 AM
#3
Really top notch bonnets should be your prime concern since a bonnet should last forever. I have a couple of bonnets from Glengarry Hats, and while they're pretty OK, the quality is inconsistent. Even the actual size of the "crown" is not consistent; one hangs much lower on the side than the other.
A top notch bonnet will cost more than a cheaper one, but, as I said, it should outlast you!
I would recommend that you purchase one made in Scotland rather than a Pakistani made balmoral for reasons stated above. Try these guys:
http://www.houseoflabhran.net/highla...drobehats.html
http://www.jhiggins.net/sf_catproduc...OBMVJFQ01HOB8P
http://www.kinlochanderson.com/shop/...ries/headwear/
http://www.burnetts-struth.com/index...k5krp0u2h2i1o2
Jim Killman
Writer, Philosopher, Teacher of English and Math, Soldier of Fortune, Bon Vivant, Heart Transplant Recipient, Knight of St. Andrew (among other knighthoods)
Freedom is not free, but the US Marine Corps will pay most of your share.
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15th November 09, 07:06 AM
#4
I also sell Balmorals which are made in Scotland. As you will see below, I am a sponsor and also offer a 10% discount to XMarks members.
[B][COLOR="DarkGreen"]John Hart[/COLOR]
Owner/Kiltmaker - Keltoi
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15th November 09, 09:25 AM
#5
I think that the best balmoral made are by the 2 ladies at mossiecraft. They are LEAGUES better than anything out there! Here's a pic of mine-Its black also-
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15th November 09, 02:15 PM
#6
Mine came from J Higgins in Lanexa KS. I think it was made in Scotland and seem to be very good quality.
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15th November 09, 02:47 PM
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I have a mossiecroft, I am very happy with..though it's a caubeen.. they make them, made to order.
“Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds you plant.”
– Robert Louis Stevenson
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15th November 09, 03:46 PM
#8
Originally Posted by slohairt
I also sell Balmorals which are made in Scotland. As you will see below, I am a sponsor and also offer a 10% discount to XMarks members.
OK, here's my vote for all the right reasons. Sorry I overlooked Keltoi.
Jim Killman
Writer, Philosopher, Teacher of English and Math, Soldier of Fortune, Bon Vivant, Heart Transplant Recipient, Knight of St. Andrew (among other knighthoods)
Freedom is not free, but the US Marine Corps will pay most of your share.
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15th November 09, 04:12 PM
#9
Originally Posted by NorCalPiper
I think that the best balmoral made are by the 2 ladies at mossiecraft. They are LEAGUES better than anything out there! Here's a pic of mine-Its black also-
*** on MossieCroft Balmorals! I have on in navy. Getting rid of that grosgrain on the headband was brilliant.
I have a couple of the "classics" as well, but this one is my favorite.
Ken
"The best things written about the bagpipe are written on five lines of the great staff" - Pipe Major Donald MacLeod, MBE
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15th November 09, 04:15 PM
#10
John is good to do business with, and the discount helps. I bought two kilts from him, and he is a pleasure to do business with.. Keltoi does have a return customer with me.
“Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds you plant.”
– Robert Louis Stevenson
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