Harris Tweed Black Watch doublet

**glasgow32** · 9th April 12, 09:02 PM

I'm thinking about making a Black Watch doublet out of Harris Tweed...

**knotty** · 9th April 12, 09:08 PM

Should look good. What color are you thinking of?

Craig

**OC Richard** · 10th April 12, 03:31 AM

Do they weave Harris Tweed in the Black Watch tartan?

Or is there a type of doublet called a "Black Watch doublet"? I'm not familiar with it.

Thanks, Richard

**davidlpope** · 10th April 12, 03:34 AM

Originally Posted by OC Richard

Do they weave Harris Tweed in the Black Watch tartan?

Yes.

It seems to me a bit "rugged", though, to make a dress doublet out of. Perhaps a nice velvet, instead?

**M. A. C. Newsome** · 10th April 12, 04:37 AM

A tweed doublet is different, but not unheard of. I've mentioned many times on this forum my Harris tweed sherrifmuir doublet. It's a dark grey, not tartan, mind you.

I got the idea after hearing Bob Martin mention that he owned a Harris tweed sherrifmuir once upon a time. The idea intrigued me, and I always wanted a sherrifmuir, so I thought I would try it out.

It's a nice looking doublet, although David is right, the cloth is a bit rugged for a formal doublet. The effect is definitely to tone down the formality of it. But the cut of the doublet is still formal. My worry was that I would end up with something neither fish nor foul, which would be unsuitable for any type of wear.

I am pleased to say I have not found that to be the case. I have worn it to our area Burns Suppers, which are definitely less formal than many. A lot of the guests show up in black tie. Others definitely less formal. White tie would be over the top. So in this case a tweed doublet works quite well. I've also worn it during the day at Highland Games when I wanted to put on something a bit more fancy. For these occasions I think it definitely works better for day wear than a black Argyle, which one often sees worn.

I adjust the neck wear and other accessories accordingly to dress the doublet up or down, of course. Here are some photo examples.

As for Black Watch tartan in Harris Tweed, yes it is made. I've done a kilt in it, as a matter of fact. And one of the free desktop wallpapers available from the STM web site shows Black Watch Harris Tweed.
http://scottishtartans.org/desktops.html
(Center top row)

**MacLowlife** · 10th April 12, 04:50 AM

I think a Black Watch doublet would be great, but I vote for a lighter weight. BW may be available in a wider range of weights and fabrics than any other tartan. I am sure there are dozens, if not hundreds, of different weights, grades, setts, etc, available. I do not know where you live and I do not know what you would intend to do with it- wear it everywhere as Matt does, or wear it strictly for formal occasions? Tell us more.

Thanks
M'Ll

**glasgow32** · 10th April 12, 06:17 AM

I'm thinking making it with no Inverness flaps with a double breasted front. I have an old (1950's) A&S Highlanders kilt that is rather worn and rough looking, thought it would make a good combo with that. I don't know, occassionally I might pair it with my Royal Stuart kilt as well.

**artificer** · 10th April 12, 06:31 AM

Originally Posted by glasgow32

I'm thinking making it with no Inverness flaps with a double breasted front. I have an old (1950's) A&S Highlanders kilt that is rather worn and rough looking, thought it would make a good combo with that. I don't know, occassionally I might pair it with my Royal Stuart kilt as well.

Wouldn't that be the Montrose doublet?

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