Patrick King Woollen Company
Black Watch Lambswool Tartan Scarf
Black Watch Lambswool Tartan Scarf
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Black Watch
In 1725, General George Wade, the commander of British forces in North Britain authorised the formation of six independent companies of troops to police the Highlanders. Col William Grant of Ballindalloch raised one company. The companies were known locally as the ‘Black Watch’ and were eventually consolidated to form the 43rd (later 42nd) Royal Highland Regiment. The Independent Companies wore a dark blue, black and green plaid which was woven by over sixty weavers in Strathspey, the country of Clan Grant.
A portrait of Robert Grant of Lurg, circa 1769, is in the National War Museum at Edinburgh Castle and depicts the subject in a coat and plaid in the Black Watch tartan. An early sample of the Black Watch tartan labelled ‘Grant’ is in the collection of Lt Gen Sir William Cockburn at the Mitchell Library in Glasgow. Another swatch of this ‘Grant’ tartan was added to the collection of the Highland Society of London in 1822.
Materials
Materials
Lambswool
Dimensions
Dimensions
11.8″x 55″ / 30cm x 140cm, 3"/ 8cm fringe
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Wash in cold water and dry flat or dry clean
High Quality Wool
Patrick King uses the finest Lambswool in the production in its weaving. Incredibly soft, smooth, resilient, elastic and has superior spinning properties. Because of its silkiness, softness and warmth, Lambswool can be worn comfortably against the skin. It’s also the most hypoallergenic of all wools.
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Responsible Wool Standard
The Responsible Wool Standard is a voluntary standard that addresses the welfare of sheep and the land they graze on. We ensure that our wool comes from farms that have a progressive approach to managing their land, practice holistic respect for animal welfare of the sheep.
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Woven In Tradition
We manufacture and design custom tartans for corporate, hotel chains, tourist locations and retail shops. From weddings to special events, we incorporate clan and corporate colours and significant dates to create a customized product for everyone to enjoy.