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A Personal Tour of Harrisons of Edinburgh - The Best of British Cloth

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Embark on a bespoke journey with Redmayne's Head Cutter, Thomas Mahon, as he explores Harrisons of Edinburgh, a pinnacle in British cloth craftsmanship.

We join Harrisons CEO Mark Dunsford for an exclusive tour, revealing the intricate process from weaving mill to cutting board and how this affects what tailors can offer and source for customers.

Gain insights into cloth design, empowering your wardrobe choices. Thomas also discovers Mr. Dunsford's personal favorites, unraveling the essence of fine British tailoring at Harrisons.

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20 Comments

@newinspiration2108 2 years ago

A delightful field trip! Thank you Mr n Mrs Mahon and the Redmayne team for your generosity sharing a splice of your trade!
As comparison in fabric and cloth comes I'd like to think of the Italian as the playful artist while the English as the skillful technician. The Italian makes cloth for the dreamer, the dandy, the fashionista/to while the English makes timeless, classic, robust, and utilitarian cloths. Most importantly, neither is better than the other.
On the "Original Solaro" - as a sartorial enthusiast myself, I've looked and felt many many many variations of the solaro cloth and NO ONE makes it like Smith Woollens (Harrison's of Edinburgh) does - the shade, the weight, and the tactile handfeel are unmatched. Spring Ram is one of my absolute favorites in high-twist/open weave. Moonbeam is exactly how Mr. Mahon said "poor man's cashmere" - it is super soft to the touch, warm, and very affordable!

@vtsimik 2 years ago (edited)

An absolutely wonderful video! Mr. Mahon and the Redmayne team, you are true gems.

@MrZOMBIE170 1 year ago

this is like a woodworker at a timber yard

@geneking4864 2 years ago

I watched it all..........very good Tom.
Thank you!

@bcal5962 6 months ago

I love this channels focus on cloth. Keep it up

@dougwright1211 2 years ago

One more comment. If you took me into this warehouse (as your client), I would be hard pressed not to walk out with an order of 4 suits, 5 jackets, and 6 pants. It's great to see little swatches in books but it's quite another to see bolts of fabric that you can touch. I think (from one business owner to another), you should take your van, load it up with clients, and drive up to the warehouse. You will probably need to hire at least 3 more people. Cheers.

@JonasHavens 2 years ago

Mr. Mahon, thank you this incredibly informative and heartwarming presentation.

@DanMaker 2 years ago

what a fantastic opportunity. Thank you so much!

@stevenbarber9660 2 years ago

What a wonderful insight in to the world of tailoring. Fantastic!

@arslongavitabrevis5136 2 years ago (edited)

Unfortunately, I am in no position to enjoy clothes made out of these gorgeous fabrics, not because I cannot afford them but because I do not have a social life that would justify them, I know it sounds pathetic, but that is the way it is. I am an old man (64) living in an age and a country that has turned its back on elegance. Let´s face it, nowadays wearing a nice jacket and a tie turns you into a creature from another planet.

Having said this, I still enjoyed this wonderful video and I am happy that there are people like Mr. Mahon and Mr. Dunsford. I wish you and all the dedicated craftsmen who produce these beautiful fabrics and garments health and success in your noble trade. Greetings from Buenos Aires.

@christygoe5402 1 year ago

Thanks a lot for this pleasure of beeing on your "tour". I love it!

@TedWesterfield 6 months ago

There’s just one word needed to describe this interview and the cloths seen in it-FANTASTIC!
Bespoke tailoring is such a noble and honorable trade that has centuries’ long history of tradition associated with it. There is tremendous value in that.
The respect and affection with which you discuss the subject matter is quite evident. Thank you for this passion.
You are fortunate to have chosen a career/trade where you get to build generational relationships with merchants, co-workers and clients. I can think of few others where one gets to build decades long relationships on such an intimate level; while at the same time bringing great joy and beauty to customers (especially long-time ones) on a daily basis. You are truly fortunate.
You said that you don’t get rich as a cutter/tailor. Remember, there are many definitions of wealth other than those defined strictly in financial terms. I’d say you’ve found one.
So cheers to you! All the best and continued wealth to you and your team!

@hughmajor4848 2 years ago

Thank you do much for this video.My thanks also extends to Mark Dunsfold for saving many of the former companies that supplied great cloth and incorporating into his own company.
I have always maintained that there are four smells that remain with you throughout your life : the smell of a fine cigar , that of a beautiful lady, fine leather and finally wonderfully woven cloth whether it is worsted or tweed.
Wishing you and the staff at Redmaynes very best wishes for the future.

@JoelCloninger 2 years ago

I could watch this over and over.

@alanspeakman8554 2 years ago

Absolutely brilliant; thank you both.

@teekue 2 years ago

This was very enjoyable. Hope we get more of these long videos from you!

@jrooney58 2 years ago

Wonderful tour of some of the best cloth around !

@nancybenson1951 2 years ago

I love watching these videos because as the world is going on its way, something about tailors, merchants and the process of making fine clothing is actually comforting for me. Wonderful.