Boiled wool

[Mark E.]

Somehow I never noticed before that he appears to be holding a pistol in his left hand, behind the targe.

Good point. I have never used a targe, but have used a pistol-and two in the same hand are not a good match, I don't think. The wrist on that musket to the left is rather grotesque-too thick.

The button is a good idea-I would probably use a leather strap with a button hole at each end though-my plaid travels, depending on weather...would lend to more versatility, at least.