Appropriate?

**beloitpiper** · 5th July 06, 07:17 PM

I was thinking of buying a Scottish flintlock pistol.

I would only wear it with my full kilt suit (I already have an 18' dirk and, of course, my sgian dubh). I'm wondering if it would be too cheesy? I don't know how well received it would be by fellow kilts at a Burns Dinner or wedding.

**Kilted KT** · 5th July 06, 07:24 PM

a Burns dinner I don't see a problem. At the wedding, you better be sure you know both families, and the pastor/minister/preacher. While I think it looks great, most churches I've seen don't take lightly to firearms ( even replicas ) in the sactuary...

**MacWage** · 5th July 06, 07:38 PM

Originally Posted by Kilted KT

a Burns dinner I don't see a problem. At the wedding, you better be sure you know both families, and the pastor/minister/preacher. While I think it looks great, most churches I've seen don't take lightly to firearms ( even replicas ) in the sactuary...

At least non-concealed ones

:rolleyes:
(Some of the services I've been to would have been well defended if attacked, loosing only in the initial surprise.)
I'm often who packs and how often. usually, they are not who I'd expect!

From than land of well armed rednecks,

MacWage

Actually, it reminds me of the stories of armed congregations and clergy in Auld Scotland.

**HeathBar** · 5th July 06, 07:41 PM

My opinion...with a modern kilt outfit, an 18th century flintlock pistol will look out of place, even at a Burns dinner. Just because something is "Scottish" doesn't necessarily mean it belongs on a modern kilt outfit. I even think that dirks are "over used" in today's modern dress.
Now if you are involved in a re-enactment group and you have an 18th century kit, belted plaid and all, then by all means go for it.

**Southern Breeze** · 5th July 06, 07:46 PM

I'll second Heathbars opinion. It would look out of place.

**macwilkin** · 5th July 06, 07:52 PM

Originally Posted by HeathBar

My opinion...with a modern kilt outfit, an 18th century flintlock pistol will look out of place, even at a Burns dinner. Just because something is "Scottish" doesn't necessarily mean it belongs on a modern kilt outfit. I even think that dirks are "over used" in today's modern dress.
Now if you are involved in a re-enactment group and you have an 18th century kit, belted plaid and all, then by all means go for it.

I agree, leave the pistol at home for the Burns Supper. A couple of years ago I attended a Burns Supper where a gentleman showed up in 18th century garb with a sword, dirk, pistol, great kilt -- he would have been fine at a reenactment, perhaps, but he stuck out like a sore thumb among the Prince Charlies -- not to mention the fact that he left his bonnet on indoors, even during the Selkirk Grace.

I don't even wear my dirk to our Burns Supper -- I do bring it, but only to use "cut [The Haggis] wi' ready slight" during the Address to the Haggis.

Bottom line: Save it for a reenactment or a games when trying to do an 18th century impression. But, that's just my opinion.

Regards,

Todd

**beloitpiper** · 5th July 06, 08:59 PM

Thanks for the imput. I'm not a reenacter, so I think I'll pass on buying the pistol.
[QUOTE=HeathBar]My opinion...with a modern kilt outfit, an 18th century flintlock pistol will look out of place, even at a Burns dinner. [QUOTE]
I agree with that. I'll just stick with my two modest blades.

**bubba** · 5th July 06, 10:22 PM

On the other hand, the black powder muskets and pistols are fun to shoot. Be worth it for fun at the range but I agree it would be out of place with modern kit.

**Colin** · 6th July 06, 08:50 AM

A flintlock pistol would look great on the wall beside a claymore and a targe, but I can't say I would be too inclinded to wear it out as part as a kilt outfit. If it were part of a pipe or military outfit............maybe, but I have never seen anyone at a Burns event, Hogmanay, or any Scottish event even wearing a basket hilt broadsword let alone a flintlock pistol. It would almost seem costumey at that point. IMHO. Leave the arsensal of weapons at home and focus on getting the attire right. You will stand out at those events just by looking sharp.

**Randy** · 6th July 06, 12:26 PM

Originally Posted by bubba

On the other hand, the black powder muskets and pistols are fun to shoot. Be worth it for fun at the range but I agree it would be out of place with modern kit.

I would not wear the pistol with the kilt. But buy it and go shooting. Black powder is so much fun. My darling wife loves black powder. She likes the fire and smoke vs. loading magazines or SA revolvers.