The RAF Tartan

**Tony** · 9th April 10, 07:29 AM

I'm no expert, but you look pretty good to me, and have avoided all of the usual major pitfalls!
(cough ditch the white socks cough)

I like just a smidge (1/4 to 1/2 inch) of shirt cuff to show below the jacket cuff.

Oh, congrats too.

**Tim P** · 9th April 10, 07:55 AM

The socks are Ivory and may indeed be superceded by lovat blue.

**MacMillan of Rathdown** · 9th April 10, 03:06 PM

Lovat blue hose and medals =

You are now cleared for take off.

**Tim P** · 9th April 10, 03:48 PM

thats braw

**Jock Scot** · 9th April 10, 04:10 PM

Originally Posted by Tim P

thats braw

Tallyho!

**sfb** · 9th April 10, 04:19 PM

Can I be the first one today to say "Broadsword calling Danny Boy"?

Thanks.

**sydnie7** · 9th April 10, 04:49 PM

I'll agree that overall you look great, that is a handsome tartan indeed. The blue hose will be a nice touch.

I wonder if your sporran should be just a tad higher?

And if I may direct your attention to a possible kilt pin (trying not to sound self-serving), FlamingoKilts offers custom beaded pins on a military-style "safety pin" base. We can combine bead colors to coordinate with your tartan or to symbolize a service ribbon. Our website shows an example of the Vietnam service ribbon on Leatherneck tartan. I don't know what service ribbon(s) you might have, but we could certainly do one to coordinate with the tartan. [/shameless self-promotion]

Have a wonderful day and many years of happiness to follow!

**O'Callaghan** · 9th April 10, 04:59 PM

Originally Posted by Tim P

Not unlike the ABGD element of the USAF SF (former SP) the RAF has it own regiment comprised of infantry and until recently air defence artillery. I was an airman in name only as my job was a ground pounder. hope that clears it up

The RAF Regiment are known by the rest of the RAF as the 'Rock Apes', apparently after apes that sit on the Rocks of Gibraltar (the ancient Pillars of Hercules). No offence intended. I'm a civilian.

**BoldHighlander** · 9th April 10, 11:03 PM

Originally Posted by sfb

Can I be the first one today to say "Broadsword calling Danny Boy"?

Thanks.

Your a fan of "Where Eagles Dare" too, huh?

**Riverkilt** · 10th April 10, 06:18 PM

Ditto on the blue hose. An RAF tartaned band wears gray hose and they look sharp. I´ve worn with maroon hose to pick up the maroon stripe and that works...