Gent's "LOOK" for Church & Buffet - Puffer

[puffer]

Now, where do I get a jacket like that?

Here is where I got min, BUT NOTE They Run SMALL Mine is a LARGE ( I wear a "slender 40" & it fits "tailored")

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[MacMillan of Rathdown]

A lot of officers (especially in the Irish Rgts) would have had a nice walking or "Pace" stick, also known as a swagger stick...

Pace sticks and "swagger" sticks are two different things. Pace sticks are carried by sergeants, and are used (among other things) to "pace off" the parade ground (they open to 30 inches, the standard military "pace"). A swagger stick is a light, leather covered piece of cane, similar to a riding crop, and it is used by officers when inspecting troops to point out defects in the soldiers kit or appearance.

The use use of pace sticks is not unique to Irish regiments, but common to all regiments (and the RAF, RM, and RN, as well). The same also broadly applies to swagger sticks.

[BroosterB1]

Well, IMHO I think you got a nice take on what could be called "Country Gentleman; Retired Military". Yes, the cain and sporran are a touch rustic rather than true military, but that lends a bit of character that would not be there if 100% of military bearing.

I would think the fly would be apropos to what the weather was doing, nice touch on a night with freezing fog rolling off the heather. Were the weather more like that in Jamie's corner of the world, or mine for that matter, it probably would not be as useful. However in the PNW, such an addition could add a level of comfort without the need for a shooting coat, or cape.

I think you are doing the rabble a service is showing how integrating economical parts into a pleasing whole can be managed, with out busting the budget, yet reaching a serviceable level of distinction.

Tally ho! Cheers!ith:

[puffer]

Pace sticks and "swagger" sticks are two different things. Pace sticks are carried by sergeants, and are used (among other things) to "pace off" the parade ground (they open to 30 inches, the standard military "pace"). A swagger stick is a light, leather covered piece of cane, similar to a riding crop, and it is used by officers when inspecting troops to point out defects in the soldiers kit or appearance.

The use use of pace sticks is not unique to Irish regiments, but common to all regiments (and the RAF, RM, and RN, as well). The same also broadly applies to swagger sticks.

In the US Army, the "swagger Stick" was not "regulation", But Carried.
1.DIs ( Usually a stick with a .50 cal casing on the top, & a .50 "Bullet"
on the bottom.
2.Some officiers had them but seldom carried them. ( I had one (still do) but can not ever remember carring it)

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[Riverkilt]

Wow! I like the look, even after reading Jamie's analysis. Mostly happy that the Ike jacket worked out for you. My monitor shows great color matching all around. And, think the look is just right for the Puget Sound area. Also like the creativity of the plaid with the Ike jacket - never know when you may need to add an extra layer of warmth up there.

Ron

[puffer]

Well, IMHO I think you got a nice take on what could be called "Country Gentleman; Retired Military". Yes, the cain and sporran are a touch rustic rather than true military, but that lends a bit of character that would not be there if 100% of military bearing.

I would think the fly would be apropos to what the weather was doing, nice touch on a night with freezing fog rolling off the heather. Were the weather more like that in Jamie's corner of the world, or mine for that matter, it probably would not be as useful. However in the PNW, such an addition could add a level of comfort without the need for a shooting coat, or cape.

I think you are doing the rabble a service is showing how integrating economical parts into a pleasing whole can be managed, with out busting the budget, yet reaching a serviceable level of distinction.

Tally ho! Cheers!ith:

Thank you SIR.

Actually your take on the "plaid" is correct. It was added because the the weather was such (low 30s), as it added "comfort this "old man" needed & I did not want to wear my cape. A "plaid" is a common assesory for me because of this.

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[puffer]

Wow! I like the look, even after reading Jamie's analysis. Mostly happy that the Ike jacket worked out for you. My monitor shows great color matching all around. And, think the look is just right for the Puget Sound area. Also like the creativity of the plaid with the Ike jacket - never know when you may need to add an extra layer of warmth up there.

Ron

RON, I still thank you for the lead on the Jacket. (I got Lucky)

As you know, we in the Puget Sound Area, "invented" the "layered look"

We here in the WEST, have a tendency to wear what works.

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[thescot]

When I saw the photo I just thought that I wanted to have an outfit just like that. The whole thing goes together well, the earth tones look great together, and the "almost military but not quite military" overall style is terrific.

You put it together well, and wear it well. Keep up the good work and photos.

I am quite jealous.

[Jock Scot]

I am sorry Puffer, but your outfit does little for me. Far too military for me.

[socalferg]

Looks good!