{"product_id":"balmoral-cap-black-wool-with-yellow-and-white-diced-scottish-military-diced-barret-bonnet","title":"Balmoral Cap Black Wool With Yellow and White Diced Scottish Military Diced Barret Bonnet","description":"\u003cp\u003eBalmoral Cap - Black Wool Yellow and White Diced Scottish Military Bonnet - Expo Tartan.\u003cbr\u003eThe Bonnet of Scottish Military Tradition.\u003cbr\u003eThe Black Wool Balmoral Cap with Yellow and White Dicing is one of the most unique and historical attire in military wear in the Scottish Highlands. The iconic diced band - alternating yellow and white squares running around the base of the bonnet - is a hallmark of Scottish military regiments and Highland dress tradition, and instantly recognisable to anyone with a knowledge of Scottish heritage and regimental history.\u003cbr\u003eIt is a Balmoral Bonnet, made of pure wool in a deep, rich black, with a crisp yellow and white dicing on it. Whether it is worn as part of the formal Highland outfit, or a regimental uniform, or a carefully put together clan dress outfit, this bonnet commands respect and attention wherever it is worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistory of the Diced Balmoral.\u003cbr\u003eThe origins of the diced band on a Balmoral Bonnet can be traced back to Scottish military regimental dress where certain colour combinations of dicing were used to identify different regiments and clan affiliations. One of the most traditional and generally well known combinations, it is the proud heritage of Scottish Highland regiments that served with distinction through the centuries of British and Scottish military history.\u003cbr\u003eThe putting on a diced Balmoral is not just a style choice, but a connection with a legacy of Scottish soldiers, clansmen and Highland warriors who wore this bonnet as a symbol of identity, bravery and belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesign and Features\u003cbr\u003eThe Black Wool Balmoral with Yellow and White Dicing is based on the traditional Balmoral shape of the hat, which is flat topped and has an organized crown, a neat band of dicing around the crown, the classic hanging tails at the back, and the typical black toorie at the top. All the components of this bonnet are true to the original military style, which makes the bonnet appropriate in all formal regimental, Highland games, clan meetings and ceremonial events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Features\u003cbr\u003ePure Wool Construction 100 percent pure wool construction used to make the structure warm, strong and with a natural traditional military finish.\u003cbr\u003eYellow and White Diced Band - Sharp, stitched dicing in yellow and white squares that run all the way round the bottom of the bonnet.\u003cbr\u003eDeep Black Colourway - Rich, bold black wool which contrasts with the yellow and white dicing to give the maximum visual effect.\u003cbr\u003eFully Cotton Lined — A full cotton inner lining to provide comfort, breathability and clean polished interior.\u003cbr\u003ePolyester Tails - Traditional hanging tails at the back made of durable polyester to give a nice lasting finish.\u003cbr\u003eBlack Toorie — the usual crowns black bobble, a characteristic element of the genuine Balmoral style.\u003cbr\u003eMade to Order — Each bonnet is hand-made to order to ensure the quality and attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Details\u003cbr\u003eBrand: Expo Tartan\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: 100% pure wool\u003cbr\u003eLining: Line is all cotton lined.\u003cbr\u003eTails: Polyester\u003cbr\u003eToorie: Black\u003cbr\u003eColour: Black with yellow and white dicing\u003cbr\u003eFashion: Military diced Balmoral Bonnet.\u003cbr\u003eSizing: Custom made.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect For\u003cbr\u003eScottish Military Events — The proper headwear to regimental reunions, military services, and other commemorative parades is the authentic diced Balmoral.\u003cbr\u003eHighland Games-Complete a complete traditional Highland dress outfit with a bonnet which is in honour of the spirit and history of the Games.\u003cbr\u003eFormal Clan Gatherings — The diced Balmoral is a vital item of formal Highland and clan clothing to be worn on ceremony occasions.\u003cbr\u003eScottish Festivals — Shine during any cultural event in Scotland with a bonnet which has real historical significance and appearance.\u003cbr\u003ePipe Band and Regimental Dress- This is used extensively as a part of pipe band uniform and regimental Highland dress throughout Scotland and the rest of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy Expo Tarton?\u003cbr\u003eIn Expo Tartan we make each item of Highland dress, with a sincere respect to Scottish tradition and an uncompromising commitment to quality. Our Black Wool Diced Balmoral Bonnet is tailor-made of 100% pure wool with an accurately dicing stitching, full cotton lining and authentic military styling that is faithful to the original design.\u003cbr\u003e100 percent pure wool - true wool material to give the military a true Highland appearance.\u003cbr\u003ePrecise Dicing — Yellow and white dicing carefully and accurately stitched.\u003cbr\u003eMade to Order - One on one, made consistently on each and every work.\u003cbr\u003eComplete Cotton Lining - Soft and exquisitely finished both inside and out.\u003cbr\u003eGlobal Delivery - Customers in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Europe and more.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Expo Tartan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50176277348545,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0851\/2831\/5073\/files\/BalmoralCapBlackWoolWithYellowandWhite.jpg?v=1777798022","url":"https:\/\/expotartan.com\/products\/balmoral-cap-black-wool-with-yellow-and-white-diced-scottish-military-diced-barret-bonnet","provider":"Expo Tartan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}