Visitor in the USA.

[Mr. bone]

Good call on leaving it at home. I was flying once with a Mini-disc recording device and a very small shotgun style mic and one way it was fine, but coming back, same route same airports, I was ushered into a small waiting room and asked to explain. Best not to tempt fate.

[Nighthawk]

The question has mostly been answered, so as to how get your sporran back- I often challenge my son to a duel. We both study shotokan karate and weapons combat. A good beating with a Nerf foan sword never did any child any (irreperable) harm.

[Jock Scot]

The question has mostly been answered, so as to how get your sporran back- I often challenge my son to a duel. We both study shotokan karate and weapons combat. A good beating with a Nerf foan sword never did any child any (irreperable) harm.

This son is a just retired Major of the Royal Marines and I am afraid any form of combat, could leave me on the loosing side!

[gilmore]

This son is a just retired Major of the Royal Marines and I am afraid any form of combat, could leave me on the loosing side!

"Age and cunning will triumph over youth and talent every time," they say.

[davidlpope]

Jock,

I have several dress sporrans that I'd be happy to loan to you. I can ship to your destination address if you'll cover shipping there and back.

I have a sealskin sporran that I wear here in the US, but I wouldn't tempt fate by going through customs with it.

I agree with Piperdbh, though. American weddings that I've attended don't seem to follow the strict rules of etiquette (12noon is more formal, guests to weddings which occur after 6pm should wear tuxedos, etc.). I would contact the family of the bride and ask what they expect male guests to wear. You can then plan your highland attire so as to be the equivalent.

Cordially,

David

[Bugbear]

You should buy a new sporran even if you do get it back, Jock.

[ForresterModern]

Jock,

With such a valuable collectible sealskin sporran I would not take any chances of it being confiscated and lost forever---just not worth it. I have a nice arctic fox mask sporran you are welcome to use if you need one over here temporarily. Just PM and we can arrange to get it to you and back.

If you happen to be in the Kentucky area PM and we will set up a kilt night for you or could provide overnight lodging if necessary.

By the way, I am not sure if you were aware of this or not but flat caps are mandatory wear here in certain states, particulalry when a kilt is worn. ;-) Might want to check local laws for where you are visiting or travelling through before you come.

[Laird O'the Cowcaddens]

Jock, if the event is in the Seattle area you are welcome to stay with me; it's no exactly The Sunny Dunnie, but yer welcome tae it.

[Tribal]

When I came back from Britain in 2008 with a sealskin sporran the US Customs folks didn't care. That doesn't mean that it's allowed, but I'm just sharing what happened to me.

I'll have to look, but I'm pretty sure that the regulation mentioned above has either expired or has exceptions that will allow for some kinds of sealskin.

Also, check here

[thescot]

Jock, I doubt seriously that you would encounter any problems, BUT YOU MIGHT! So leave it at home. Take no chances that it might be taken.

If you are coming to my part of the US, I will loan you a sporran for as long as you like. It won't measure up to your seal skin by any means, but it'll work and be safe. It's white with black tassels (probably rabbit), and you can see it beow.



In fact, even if you aren't coming to my part of the country, if you will tell me in advance, I'll ship mine to you for your use and you can send it back by reuturn post.

Heck, I'll buy a new one and loan it to you if it'll help you out.