Advice for a PC jacket

**McMurdo** · 7th November 08, 02:53 PM

I happen to think quality is always worth it.

**11hr** · 7th November 08, 04:48 PM

Originally Posted by McMurdo

I happen to think quality is always worth it.

I happen to agree, and am now mulling over the same problem as Snowbear, however I'm in the states. So the question comes down to (minor price difference aside)

the MyTartan PC

or

The J.Higgins PC

Any opinions on which is better constructed? I did a search and the J.Higgins has truly mixed reviews, some saying they are great, others that they don't last.

**Carolina Kiltman** · 7th November 08, 09:21 PM

I don't have a PC from J. Higgins, but rather a Braemer, which is an Argyle with the PC cuffs and silver buttons. Mine seems to be well made, at least as well as the off the peg jackets one finds in a mid-range haberdashery. So far no problems other than a button losing its shank. Higgins replace it promptly at no charge.

I cannot speak of the other company, as I have had no experience with them.

**slohairt** · 7th November 08, 11:12 PM

Nicholson Highland Wear offers ex-hire jackets:

http://www.nicolsonhighlandwear.co.u...ie_jacket.html

**11hr** · 17th November 08, 10:57 AM

I've bit the bullet and ordered a PC from J.Higgins. I'll report back on fit and finish once it's received.

As an aside, I spoke with Rob (?) there, and he suggested sizing up one, so I got the 46L instead of the 44L. We will see if this was the right choice.