Open Fronted Doublets

[MacBean]

The following link shows a regulation doublet from front and back with the Inverness flaps. I've attached the one picture from the front, but if you go to the link you can see the others from an earlier post. I like it a lot, but then this is a custom-made jacket of amazingly strong material designed to withstand the constant friction of a piper's bag. The inside of the lapel is nearly worn through but the warp threads must be nylon and have held up.



http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...-modern-61831/

I too am a 38R, and found this 60-year old Scottish piper's doublet on eBay cheap, having stumbled on a tip kindly posted by Maclowlife for a doublet. Turns out that the purported size was widely incorrect, but by checking the measurements I was able to see it would fit me. I was the only one to bid. I wouldn't count on another turning up soon though!

As for formality. I'm not sure I've ever been to a white tie event.

I think about getting a waistcoat; what might you suggest?

[davidlpope]

I think about getting a waistcoat; what might you suggest?

Bias-Cut Tartan. And Argyll hose to match.


Nice doublet. Very sharp.

[creagdhubh]

Bias-Cut Tartan. And Argyll hose to match.


Nice doublet. Very sharp.

I agree.

[creagdhubh]

Here is a picture I put together showing the Sherrifmuir with various neckwear, for comparison. Mine is a tweed doublet, so it's not quite the same as a black barathea or velvet, but you get the idea.

Great photo array Matt - the example with the jabot looks the smartest to me - just my honest opinion.

[MacLowlife]

Speaking of Regulation Doublets, here is one, cleverly hiding...


http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...=STRK:MEWAX:IT

I am guessing it is about a 44R or so...An excellent opportunity

[CMcG]

Speaking of Regulation Doublets, here is one, cleverly hiding...


http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...=STRK:MEWAX:IT

I am guessing it is about a 44R or so...An excellent opportunity

That seller has two of those rigs for sale and I'm very disappointed that they're both three sizes too large for me

[Downunder Kilt]

Speaking of Regulation Doublets, here is one, cleverly hiding...


http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...=STRK:MEWAX:IT

I am guessing it is about a 44R or so...An excellent opportunity

Many thanks for this tip MacLowlife, I pulled the trigger and got it for asking price. P&H was initially very very steep but the vendor was using parcel force, so a suggestion to use International signed for or even Fedex greatly reduced the cost. Will post a review when it arrives,

Much obliged for your vigilance. Cheers

[M. A. C. Newsome]

Great photo array Matt - the example with the jabot looks the smartest to me - just my honest opinion.

Yes, of course the jabot is the classic neckwear to complement this type of doublet. I took those photos shortly after receiving mine, just to be able to see all the options for comparison. I have to say I was pleasantly surprised, though, at how nice I thought it looked with less formal neckwear options. Though in "real life" I have thus far only worn it with the jabot.

[creagdhubh]

Yes, of course the jabot is the classic neckwear to complement this type of doublet. I took those photos shortly after receiving mine, just to be able to see all the options for comparison. I have to say I was pleasantly surprised, though, at how nice I thought it looked with less formal neckwear options. Though in "real life" I have thus far only worn it with the jabot.

I have to agree Matt - I was quite suprised as well whilst looking at your photos. I do like some of the less formal options for neckwear - but still opt for the jabot and cuffs with a doublet such as the Sheriffmuir, Montrose, Kenmore, and other single/double breasted, slim fitting doublets. Other doublets (i.e. - regulation) and coatees that have lapels look best without the jabot in my opinion.

Cheers,

[MacMillan of Rathdown]

When I moved back to the USA I had a dress Argyll and three evening doublets: a Sheriffmuir; a Regulation Doublet; and a Prince Charlie coatee. The PC was waaaay to small and was recycled to a good friend; the Sheriffmuir was also a bit snug, and was passed on to a fellow X-Marker (also a good friend). I replaced the Regulation Doublet with another from MacKenzie Frain and will up grade my dress Argyll jacket in the not too distant future.

It has been my experience that Sheriffmuirs are the least practical in terms of both cost and comfort. In my opinion, a Regulation Doublet is the best choice, followed closely by a dress Argyll jacket with grosgrain gauntlet cuffs, grosgrain lapels, and black velvet collar. The RD is more versatile as it can be worn with black or white tie; a dress Argyll -- even if tricked out with silk cuffs and lapels-- is really only suitable for black tie.

Because my jackets are "made to measure" they are comfortable and fit well. In all probability the Argyll is the slightly more practical, and slightly less expensive. If I could only own one evening jacket, it would be an Argyll.

Hope that helps!