Where does the Balmoral Doublet fit in?

[creagdhubh]

I quite agree and would extend what you've said to include all doublets with the possible exception of the regulation and the Prince Charlie (which I don't consider a true doublet as it is really just a kilt-friendly tailcoat). I think the Montrose, Sheriffmuir, etc. all look better in velvet.

I completely agree with you Kenneth. I currently own a bespoke Regulation-Doublet in 16oz black Barathea from Kinloch-Anderson, and I absolutely adore it, but I would also love to have the same doublet in either black or claret velvet - worn with the Macpherson Dress tartan (predominantly black, white, with bits of claret and yellow). The other doublets in which you mentioned look splendid in coloured velvet. I consider the Prince Charlie variant as a coatee, more along the lines of a mess jacket.