I fear I have failed the forum on my latest border crossing into the US- the customs officer was not the friendly outgoing type, and in fact was so intent on catching me on something that it would have been unwise to continue the conversation after receiving his grudging permission to proceed. It really beats me as to what sort of issue they are trying to catch me on, on these occasions- I have a special clearance thing that tells them all about me, and I do mean ALL ABOUT ME. Anyway the question about personal seal fur items entering the US and then returning with the owner will have to wait for another day.

Darn it, I guess I'll just have to buy a new sporran!