Quote Originally Posted by figheadair View Post
Although the current Atholl Highlanders' kilts are modern most of their plaids are still Wilsons' cloth c1840. I went through their chests earlier this year and it's amazing how many variations on a theme there are. Almost all the same setting but is=n widely different shades depending on when they were purchased. There were two main buy, one in about 1832 and another in 1848 for the Eglinton Match. There are also a couple of plaid in Murray Mansfield tartan there too.
Interesting indeed, thank you for sharing. The Murray of Atholl sett is one of the most beautiful tartans I know of, and it is quite the most simplest of setts. I just think the overall colour effect works so well - both up close, as well as from a distance. I have seen the Atholl Highlanders' Parade several times and am never disappointed - the fact that the regiment is still in a relatively active existence, truly is a magnificent survival through the centuries, and I am very pleased they are still around.

Cheers,