Old Rules for Wearing the Highland Dress

[Woodsheal]

Since the powder horn and pistols are listed, I would bet that the "bottle" refers to a leather object used for carrying shot and ball for one's firearms, like these.

[Panache]

Since the powder horn and pistols are listed, I would bet that the "bottle" refers to a leather object used for carrying shot and ball for one's firearms, like these.

Brian,

You are no fun at all!



And thanks for the insight!

Cheers

Jamie

[Woodsheal]

I aim to please ! I just couldn't think of a way of attaching a whisky bottle to one's other accoutrements!
Another thought: since he seems to be describing a field - or even a military - get-up, the "bottle" may mean a canteen, which the Brits refer to as "water bottles"....

[Streetcar]

...1- Bottle and Pistols on the left side...

Personally, I love that Lord Campbell made this RULE #1, with the pistol second to the bottle!

[Coemgen]

So THAT'S where the powder horn goes! I've always wondered.

[george7]

They used to carry their bottles on their hip. Nowadays, it's the left hand (so the right is free to salute).

[IrishGodfather]

Cool article.