Show me your sporrans if you would.

**Clan McKinnon** · 14th July 09, 10:31 AM

Originally Posted by skauwt

these are the two i own a couple of ebay buys of which i was happy with the look and costs (images where ones from the ebay sellers i don't have any of my own pics of the sporrans)

sealskin sporran

Who did you get the sealskin sporran from on ebay if you dont mind me asking, was it a new sporran or a "previously worn" type item?

**Tattoo Bradley** · 14th July 09, 10:37 AM

Originally Posted by Clan McKinnon

Who did you get the sealskin sporran from on ebay if you dont mind me asking, was it a new sporran or a "previously worn" type item?

Keep in mind he's in Scotland. So, the sealskin issue does not apply.

**turpin** · 14th July 09, 11:23 AM

It does now, since the ban goes into effect next month, I think.

**Tattoo Bradley** · 14th July 09, 12:15 PM

Originally Posted by turpin

It does now, since the ban goes into effect next month, I think.

I meant to say "atm" at the end of that. However, it didn't affect him at time of purchase was my point...

**skauwt** · 14th July 09, 12:24 PM

Originally Posted by Clan McKinnon

Who did you get the sealskin sporran from on ebay if you don't mind me asking, was it a new sporran or a "previously worn" type item?

it was either tartan4less or bauhaus-boy at the end of February this year i think i paid about 8 pound for it new

**Clan McKinnon** · 14th July 09, 05:57 PM

Good to know, just curious if it were one of the current sellers there. I thought I saw a faux seal-skin sporran there one day but not sure if I remember correctly or not.

**Draelore** · 14th July 09, 09:03 PM

My general purpose sporran is similar to the one that my friend Jim is wearing in the middle and it works great. This picture is from a wedding that we attended, and while he is not as formal as the semi-formal or the full mask sporrans the black casual holds its own.

**Danny the Who** · 14th July 09, 11:08 PM

Originally Posted by Clan McKinnon

What is an acceptable sporran "for all occasions"? I have heard a full mask may be just that but also that some of the fur Ferguson Britt Sporrans and others like them would do the same. How do you feel that works? Would you ever have just one sporran or is a quiver full a better option?

Will you show me your favorites? It can be just one, or it can be many, it is up to you.

There is a current thread by James MacMillan- What makes the perfect sporran? that shows there are truly different strokes for different folks. Show me yours so I can get an idea of what works for who and what path I might want to take in the future.

I am a newbie here and admit it freely. I have searched and have not found a thread or gallery like this and would really like your pictures and input. If this is a duplicate, I am deeply sorry. Thank you for the help and if there exists a thread like this in the archives any mod can feel free to delete this one and send me a link.

My favourite, kangaroo fur sporran and matching plaited kangaroo leather belt and sporran strap.

**Clan McKinnon** · 15th July 09, 12:30 PM

So a chain can thrash a kilt, does a leather strap do the same? What is the difference in a leather strap or just a belt for the sporran? Can you use a longer belt that hangs right?

**sydnie7** · 15th July 09, 01:36 PM

Originally Posted by Clan McKinnon

So a chain can thrash a kilt, does a leather strap do the same? What is the difference in a leather strap or just a belt for the sporran? Can you use a longer belt that hangs right?

The concern with chain is sharp metal edges. Commercial sporran belts should have nice smooth buckles. If you repurpose a belt, just make sure there are no rough or sharp edges on any of the metal bits. Many here have found or made long, thin leather belts from woman's clothing, or dog leashes, horse tack, etc. Or from scratch, using belt leather and findings (from Tandy or other hobby supply). It should be a few inches longer than your waist measure in order to hang correctly.