Quote Originally Posted by cajunscot View Post
No offence meant, sir -- Since you are a Marine, I know you appreciate unit esprit-de-corps and history. Of all the branches of service I worked with in Park Service (Battlefield staff rides), the Marines were second to none in knowing their history, traditions and customs.

But please do not discount Bob Martin's work because you may disagree with it. It is a wonderful reference book for the kilted gentleman. It's worth checking out.

BTW, check out Ben Silver, a purveyor of gentleman's neckwear in South Carolina -- I believe they sell as USMC regimental (striped) tie.

Regards,

Todd
Ab-so-malutely No Offence taken, as none was meant.

And the bit about Bob Martin was meant as a joke.... Almost his entire book, is right on! I have his book, and the one by J. Charles Thompson too.

Also, correct me if I am wrong, but aren't "Regimental" ties formally adopted by English Regiments, and the ones that we wear on this side of the pond, just sad copies?