Hairy sporrans

[English Bloke]

Had a conversation recently regarding hairy sporrans... I wasn't keen a couple of years ago but after long consideration, I've now drawn the conclusion I do like them although the occasion must be right.

Pahhh! This notion been nagging at me for weeks thank-you-very-much.

So now I own this!



Bought it on't t'interweb this morning. I have no idea when or if I will wear it but as I've mentioned before, it's not always in the wearing, it's also in the having!! Mrs EB is going to go mental!!

("maybe you'll be wearin' it when you're playing your pipes John" said the little voices in my head...)

In case you're wondering...
They are on a 'buy it now' at the UK version of a favorite auction site and there are several available, all un-badged. If you want to take a shufftie, type "British Scottish Sporran" into the general search bit and there are a variety that come up at £60 + delivery.

They've just loaded a black one with 5 white tassels today (8 currently available). It's most attractive... Kind of wish I'd waited now.

If you then delve into their shop and look in the Scottish Regimental section, even more delightful goodies await.

An' no it's not my shop! Just thought I'd share a lucky find. Bring back the hairy sporran, that's what I say!

[MacMillans son]

John,

Are they fully operational like a hairy hunter type sporran, or do they have a little pocket in the back?

I've seen pictures of some that would barely carry a set of car keys, and others that are purely ornamental, with no pouch or pocket at all.

Regards,
Brooke

[auld argonian]

I'm generally no a big fan of large, hairy or animal headed sporrans but that one is just laid back enough for me to say "lookin' good".

...and a nice price to boot...good find!

Best

AA

[NorCalPiper]

Here's a link to their store-They presently have some Irish regimental kilts for sale at and incredible price.....I just wish I wasn't so fat now!?!?!?!?!
http://stores.ebay.co.uk/British-Arm...4.l1513&_pgn=1

[theborderer]

This is a good shop. I've just bought the Lowland Brigade cap badge, I wore it then and I'll wear it again.

[Spartan Tartan]

I'm generally no a big fan of large, hairy or animal headed sporrans but that one is just laid back enough for me to say "lookin' good".

...and a nice price to boot...good find!

Best

AA

I don't mind the full mask/face sporrans, although I just can't see myself wearing one. Maybe in time...

[azwildcat96]

It's a shame they won't ship to the US.

[Chirs]

It's a shame they won't ship to the US.

Are you sure? In the text it says "For overseas postage please email your exact location for postage costs." I've not tested this but it may be worth a message to find out.

[English Bloke]

... Are they fully operational ... or do they have a little pocket in the back? ... [or] no pouch or pocket at all.

Dunno yet Brooke. I'm away at work for another week but it will have arrived by the time I get home so I'll give it thorough scrutiny and take pictures an' such then. Full report to follow as they say.

I have another, rather battered hairy sporran in my collection that I've had for some time but it's in need of some TLC. That one has no pocket as you describe and is purely for decoration. Not much use at all if you've seen the bunch of keys I lug about.

[azwildcat96]

Are you sure? In the text it says "For overseas postage please email your exact location for postage costs." I've not tested this but it may be worth a message to find out.

Under the questions, near the bottom section it says:

•Do you offer international shipping?
This seller doesn't offer international shipping.

Just to make sure I may contact them, as this seems to be a good deal, and a real (not synthetic) horse-hair sporran.

I look forward to your review.