Looking for a Jacket like this...

**michaelbeeman** · 23rd March 08, 02:17 PM

Ah, but the Montrose isn't open in the front. That is one of the main features I am after.
I will shoot Kevin an PM tomorrow, I do not wish to bother anyones Easter with work. Thanks again all.

**Hamish** · 23rd March 08, 06:05 PM

Michael, I have a Geoffrey (Tailor) GT Doublet and it can be worn either open or closed at the front. It is a single-breasted version of the Montrose Doublet and is much cooler in the wearing.

If worn open, the belt is worn on the kilt but, if worn closed, the belt is worn on the doublet.

Here is the only photo I have, which shows it closed. However, it also looks very nice with just the top button done up.

Hope that helps a little.

Take care,
Ham.

**northernsky** · 23rd March 08, 06:30 PM

Very handsome.

**Kilted in Maine** · 24th March 08, 11:50 AM

When I saw your post, I immediately thought of this coat:

http://jas-townsend.com/product_info...roducts_id=833

Looking at it, I see that it is not exact, but it is made to order. Possibly you could ask that they not put buttons or button holes. Then you could put your own buttons down each side.

**michaelbeeman** · 24th March 08, 12:01 PM

That is a good suggestion, thanks.

**Nick the DSM** · 24th March 08, 06:44 PM

whoa, thats awesome! bet its expensive!

**michaelbeeman** · 24th March 08, 06:51 PM

Hamish, that is a wonderful Doublet! I've seen that shot before and it has been a serious inspiration, as do most of your ensembles. (Let's see, you have 86, that means only 71 more to go!)

**JerseyLawyer** · 25th March 08, 02:42 AM

Hamish, you certainly pull off the jabot and lace cuffs a lot better than I fear I would!

As for expensive, they are, but not nearly so much as that first link I posted in this thread. I still like that one, though!

**Ancienne Alliance** · 25th March 08, 03:09 AM

Originally Posted by michaelbeeman

Is there anyone making this style of jacket currently? Failing that, is there anyone who could recommend a tailor perhaps?

Thanks for your help in advance!
Michael

Lady Chrystel made this vest for me for our marriage 9 years ago (still fits !

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If any of you ladies or gentlemen would like such a garment she would be happy to make one for you, BUT there is one condition ! Since it is made to fit , you are invited to spend a few days in our house the French Alps !

Be ready for nice wines and rich food.

Robert

**Malcolm MacWilliam** · 25th March 08, 03:13 AM

Michael.....well, I like it!! Of course, I'm partial to the 18th century look cause that's what I do most of. Any good reenacting/18th century tailor would be able to whip that up in no time. If you send them a photo, I believe they could do that easily from some existing patterns they have of other similar "coatees". AND, the cost would be a lot less than the Sheriffmuir. Problem is, you're in Colorado and the tailors I know live here in the east. They would need measurements. Malcolm