Vintage 1930's R W Forsyth Sporran

There is always a certain timeless quality in the vintage sporrans, and this particular piece is a splendid representation of a 1930’s vintage sporran. Adorned with three leather tassels it also features an embossed celtic design that adds a touch of elegance to the leather front.

Approx. 8 1/4” x 7”

New brown leather strap included.

R W Forsyth Highland Wear

RW Forsyth - Born in the Lothians, Forsyth came to Glasgow as a nineteen-year old and gained his experience of clothing retailing with several city firms. In 1872 Forsyth set up in business as ladies and gentleman’s hosier, shirtmaker and highland wear retailer in Renfield Street. His success led to an expansion, and he gradually acquired all the properties around the corner of Renfield Street and Gordon Street. The old buildings were demolished and a new department store was built on the site in 1897.

Forsyth’s department store was designed by J J Burnet and built at a cost of £25,000. Heating and lighting were state of the art, while a wide staircase and new electric lifts permitted the efficient movement of goods and people around the store. The success of the new store allowed Forsyth to expand his business further, including a new store on Edinburgh’s Princes Street.

In 1925 a site was acquired at the junction of Regent Street and Vigo Street in London, and a new building was constructed bearing the historic name 'Vigo House'. Designed by Messrs Sir John Burnet, Tait and Lorne, this building was said to rank among the finest examples of British shop architecture at the time.

Classic Sporran Style

Our range of fine quality Scottish sporrans are hand made in Scotland, including a range of traditional Jacobite style sporrans, dress sporrans and Victorian Highland Revival style goat hair sporrans.

All the skins, hair and furs used for making our sporrans are ethically sourced.

Sporrans for Gentlemen, Rebels and Rogues - Look to the past for inspiration, but never living in it.