Charlie MacNeil, SASS #48580 657 Posted October 14, 2018 So here’s the deal: a friend and I both shoot Classic Cowboy. I usually dress pretty flashy, while he is usually about as monochromatic as it is possible to dress. His favorite color is brown, and the only deviation I think I’ve ever seen him make from that is a white shirt. His son says that he looks like a, uhm, well you get the idea. This past summer while sitting in the shade after a match, one of us, I’m not sure which, came up with the idea of buying kilts to wear as shooting apparel. After looking closely at the rules regarding costuming requirements for CC, I see nothing saying that one has to wear pants of any kind. So why not a kilt? Has anybody ever done this in CC? How about other categories? After all, there were surely some kilted Scots in the Old West, weren’t there? On the other hand, I’m not sure that I’m brave enough to try rocking a kilt. It seemed like a good idea after a couple of beers, though... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cold Lake Kid, SASS # 51474 3,725 Posted October 14, 2018 Let us know if you decide to go Regimental. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Father Kit Cool Gun Garth 6,242 Posted October 14, 2018 Charlie, One unwritten rule is that you MUST have the legs for it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Texas Lizard 911 Posted October 15, 2018 26 minutes ago, Father Kit Cool Gun Garth said: Charlie, One unwritten rule is that you MUST have the legs for it! Regimental?? Texas Lizard Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pat Riot, SASS #13748 16,449 Posted October 15, 2018 Nope...I ain’t. Kilt anyone, that is... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mad Dog Jack, SASS #77862 108 Posted October 15, 2018 3 hours ago, Father Kit Cool Gun Garth said: Charlie, One unwritten rule is that you MUST have the legs for it! Well, SHE has the legs for it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ramblin Gambler 1,087 Posted October 15, 2018 I assume regimental is referring to the old story about either a princess or queen inspecting the highland regulars. She is said it have asked one of them "What's worn under your kilt?" To which he replied, "Nothing ma'am, it's all in perfect working order" Wish i could find that story again to fill in the name. I've worn a kilt for cowboy shooting, but I don't shoot classic or B western, so I've never had to deal with those rules. I had some button holes sewed into my kilt for the tie downs on the holsters. Then I got new holsters that don't need to be tied down, so I never actually used them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pat Riot, SASS #13748 16,449 Posted October 15, 2018 Just curious. Why would you think a kilt would be okay in “Classic Cowboy”? This thread should be on the Wire. I have always wanted to say that here. Bwah-Haaaa-hah-hahahahahaaaaa Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Major Crimes 2,022 Posted October 15, 2018 Aparently you have to look like this to wear a kilt Your welcome ladies Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie MacNeil, SASS #48580 657 Posted October 15, 2018 4 minutes ago, Pat Riot, SASS #13748 said: Just curious. Why would you think a kilt would be okay in “Classic Cowboy”? Like I said, I can’t find anything in the CC rules that says that pants are required! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie MacNeil, SASS #48580 657 Posted October 15, 2018 Just now, Major Crimes said: Aparently you have to look like this to wear a kilt Only if you wear it without a shirt! A good shirt can cover up a multitude of faults! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Major Crimes 2,022 Posted October 15, 2018 2 minutes ago, Charlie MacNeil, SASS #48580 said: Only if you wear it without a shirt! A good shirt can cover up a multitude of faults! In my case you better make it a tent then Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sedalia Dave 8,749 Posted October 15, 2018 10 minutes ago, Pat Riot, SASS #13748 said: This thread should be on the Wire 2 minutes ago, Charlie MacNeil, SASS #48580 said: Like I said, I can’t find anything in the CC rules that says that pants are required! True but I if you have this moved to the wire the discussion will be at least 10 pages long. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie MacNeil, SASS #48580 657 Posted October 15, 2018 Which is why I put it here! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Major Crimes 2,022 Posted October 15, 2018 13 minutes ago, Charlie MacNeil, SASS #48580 said: Which is why I put it here! Go on do it! We need something other than load data and WTC to get the blood going over on the dark side Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MizPete 980 Posted October 15, 2018 Kilts are supercool. Especially if you have a Scottish surname or alias. Classic cowboy, though? I dunno. The steampunkers wear them. And military costume categories. Which reminds me re the young lady pictured previously - women are not allowed kilts. Women may wear kilted skirts. It's apparently a military thing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Forty Rod SASS 3935 5,311 Posted October 15, 2018 5 hours ago, Charlie MacNeil, SASS #48580 said: So here’s the deal: a friend and I both shoot Classic Cowboy. I usually dress pretty flashy, while he is usually about as monochromatic as it is possible to dress. His favorite color is brown, and the only deviation I think I’ve ever seen him make from that is a white shirt. His son says that he looks like a, uhm, well you get the idea. This past summer while sitting in the shade after a match, one of us, I’m not sure which, came up with the idea of buying kilts to wear as shooting apparel. After looking closely at the rules regarding costuming requirements for CC, I see nothing saying that one has to wear pants of any kind. So why not a kilt? Has anybody ever done this in CC? How about other categories? After all, there were surely some kilted Scots in the Old West, weren’t there? On the other hand, I’m not sure that I’m brave enough to try rocking a kilt. It seemed like a good idea after a couple of beers, though... Check the cost before you commit. I priced out a Taylor clan tartan with all the trimmings at about $2800.00... and that's been a few years back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie MacNeil, SASS #48580 657 Posted October 15, 2018 Affordablekilts.com has my clan tartan in an 8 yard heavyweight wool blend for $149.99. All I would need is the kilt, and maybe the tall socks... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pat Riot, SASS #13748 16,449 Posted October 15, 2018 You could just wear a plaid shirt...maybe something like this in the photo but with some brogans istead of strapped loafers. The white socks would add a nice touch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pat Riot, SASS #13748 16,449 Posted October 15, 2018 7 hours ago, Charlie MacNeil, SASS #48580 said: Like I said, I can’t find anything in the CC rules that says that pants are required! ...and people wonder why the rule book has doubled in size in 20 years and why there are 2 RO manuals... I say this jokingly but it is true. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G W Wade 895 Posted October 15, 2018 Be KIND . Don't pick brass GW Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Noz 1,608 Posted October 15, 2018 7 hours ago, Forty Rod SASS 3935 said: Check the cost before you commit. I priced out a Taylor clan tartan with all the trimmings at about $2800.00... and that's been a few years back. The expense of a good one is the only thing holding me back. I, of course, look like the three gentlemen given as illustration. (In my dreams and after sufficient application of Jameson) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chickasaw Bill SASS #70001 272 Posted October 15, 2018 NOZ they DON'T be that much booze in MO CB lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pat Riot, SASS #13748 16,449 Posted October 15, 2018 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 5,839 Posted October 15, 2018 Nope, never kilt anyone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Original Lumpy Gritz 6,600 Posted October 15, 2018 PLZ-Don't let the Kilt wearers on your posse pickup brass. OLG Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Smuteye John SASS#24774 1,946 Posted October 15, 2018 9 hours ago, Major Crimes said: Aparently you have to look like this to wear a kilt Your welcome ladies Well, there's kilts and then there's kilts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Forty Rod SASS 3935 5,311 Posted October 15, 2018 When I was in college I rented a cameron clan outfit (Taylors are sept to clan Cameron) to wear to fraternity ball. One of the brothers' fiancees asked me what a Scot wore under his kilt. In my best Scottish brogue, and with a huge grin, I answered: "A proper lass would na ask.... and a naughty lass would na haffta." I had no idea that a human could blush that hard without passing out. Nearly seventeen years later they were at a reunion and she took one look at me and began to blush all over again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun Clay 477 Posted October 15, 2018 15 hours ago, Cold Lake Kid, SASS # 51474 said: Let us know if you decide to go Regimental. But not if you decide to go commando. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The O'Meara Himself 89 Posted October 15, 2018 In the Old West anyone who wore a kilt switched to trousers after they rode a horse for the first time! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Springfield Slim SASS #24733 429 Posted October 15, 2018 I would not wear my Kilt to a shoot as the BP sparks might burn holes in it, and I paid too much for it. Clan Lamont, with military pleats. Weighs about 6 lbs, the real deal. But I sure as heck did not pay 2800.00 for it, that is ridiculous. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cold Lake Kid, SASS # 51474 3,725 Posted October 15, 2018 5 hours ago, Shotgun Clay said: But not if you decide to go commando. Commando is the term you Sassenach use for Regimental. "Up The Camerons Highlanders! The Duke of Edinburgh's Own! ADVANCE! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 5,839 Posted October 15, 2018 8 hours ago, Noz said: The expense of a good one is the only thing holding me back. I, of course, look like the three gentlemen given as illustration. (In my dreams and after sufficient application of Jameson) Some of us look like the three combined. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun Willie Nelson 628 Posted October 15, 2018 24 minutes ago, Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 said: Some of us look like the three combined. Don't have a six pack, but I have gotten rid of my keg... And I Definitely don't have the legs for a kilt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Four-Eyed Buck,SASS #14795 459 Posted October 15, 2018 Our post ladie's male friend wears a kilt a lot, even when riding his iron horse! He was at one of the company get togethers in in it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
