Hire of the Month - March 2025 - Black Watch Tartan
One of the oldest tartans available, the regimental Black Watch Tartan is a sophisticated hire option with regimental clout.
Black Watch Tartan
Arguably, one of the worlds most well-known fabrics, the famous Black Watch Tartan has its source firmly founded in regimental history.
Checked native wool cloth was commonly worn throughout history by Highland Clans and their independently raised militia. In 1627 it is known that tartan clad body of Highland Archers was raised to serve King Charles 1st.
"The Black Watch was raised in an unique way. In the wake of the 1715 Jacobite rebellion companies of trustworthy Highlanders were raised from loyal clans, Campbells, Grants, Frasers, Munros"
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. The companies were known locally as the 'Black Watch', in 1739 they were consolidated to form the 43rd (later 42nd) Regiment at which time this tartan is thought to have been designed.
Black Watch Wool Tartan
Woven in a simple colour palette of Dark Green, Dark Blue and Black, the pattern of Black Watch Tartan achieves depth and interest due to the variation of stripe width and order within the classic sett.
Black Watch Tartan is a favourite to be worn at formal occasions, being versatile, subtly decorative and supremely smart.
Hire Tartan of the Month - March 2025 - Black Watch Tartan
A timeless classic, Black Watch tartan rises to any occasion with gravitas and authority. Available to Hire as Trews or Kilts, with a selection of jackets and accessories, in various package options.
Use code GNK10MAR25 at checkout
Browse our selection of Black Watch Tartan Hire outfits here.
T&Cs:
Black Watch Hire Outfits can be booked in March 2025 for any Hire occasion throughout the year - while stocks last. Any Kilt Outfits hired before and after March 2025 will not be eligible for this discount. No other offers can be used in conjunction with this discount.
