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2nd February 17, 01:49 AM
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Blue Patrol Jacket
For those that are pipers, what is your thoughts of a jacket like this one?
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https://www.jhiggins.net/kilt-jackets/
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2nd February 17, 05:33 AM
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Not a piper (my disclaimer). I like the sharp simple lines this jacket offers. I think I see extra material in the sleeves like my Eisenhower jacket has. That would give better room for bagpipes. The collar is unobtrusive yet stylish. I didn't explore the cloth but if offered in lighter fabrics (linen for example) bands from warmer climates might be drawn to this look.
I am curious to hear a critique from anyone that owns this jacket.
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2nd February 17, 07:34 AM
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 Originally Posted by Tarheel
like my Eisenhower jacket has.
I miss my Ike jacket, I grew out of it. Its a 36 I am now a 42 LOL
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2nd February 17, 09:29 AM
#4
Looks very similar in style to the patrol jacket worn by the Strathcona's P&D. Very sharp. I walloped the bass drum for a couple of gigs with them. Lots of movement room, if fitted well.
http://www.strathconas.ca/pipes-and-drums
Last edited by Taskr; 2nd February 17 at 09:31 AM.
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2nd February 17, 11:14 AM
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If you are trying for the military look, blue patrols are the way to go for a formal appearance without wearing full dress. They are still worn today in the different armies of the British commonwealth as a form of undress. The cut,fit,and material quality varies and will show prominently in the appearance.
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2nd February 17, 12:26 PM
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Our pipe band wears something very similar, but without the piping. Proper fit is crucial.
"Touch not the cat bot a glove."
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7th February 17, 05:35 AM
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Originally Posted by jumper
I like them. I have a forest green "patrol tunic" that I got from Burnett's & Struth a few years ago. I only wear it to pipe and in the winter, which means I've worn it rarely. I just took a look at the website and it appears they no longer sell the tunic. But, the one at J. Higgins looks very similar. The tunic I got fit to a T, but I was not happy with the level of service I received, as I was not aware of all the options, such as piping, etc. I think because I was just one customer versus a purchaser for a whole pipe band, I didn't get enough email time with the selected sales person.
Last edited by Jack Daw; 7th February 17 at 05:47 AM.
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13th February 17, 01:28 PM
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My patrols Jacket was made in 1939 got some pics somewhere
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Last edited by Nervous Jock; 13th February 17 at 01:39 PM.
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14th February 17, 09:57 PM
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Originally Posted by jumper
I love it...
I'm a side drummer in a pipe band, and I love those Tunics...I think that they are sharp, sharp, sharp. As a band we have several different uniforms. We have khaki shirts with horse hair diced tops, and spats, Short sleeve (with band logo) belt and black day sporran, black Argyle with vest and long tie or bow tie, and 4 color of hose, but with all that I'd STILL LOVE to have one of these jackets...
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23rd February 17, 02:15 AM
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Originally Posted by jumper
I'm not a piper, but I really like this jacket. I think the piping looks great.
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