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Coronation Tailors.

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Deedaa Thu 04-May-23 21:59:01

Did anyone else watch this fascinating programme on Wednesday evening. Presented by the lovely Patrick Grant it was so interesting. A family firm that has been making ceremonial wear for four generations and is faced with a mountain of work before the coronation. It was a reminder that the troops being fitted for some of these incredible outfits are still serving soldiers with a long history in Iraq and Afghanistan. The detailed work and care taken, right down to the beautifully tailored coat for the Irish Guards' wolfhound, is amazing and it was all the more enjoyable because of course Patrick knew what they were talking about and didn't have to keep asking the usual dim celebrity questions

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Deedaa Fri 05-May-23 21:24:44

I'm glad so many people enjoyed it, and of course Patrick is always a bonus! The man making the helmet was incredible.

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Callistemon21 Fri 05-May-23 22:11:56

welbeck

i found the man presenting a bit annoying.
loved seeing kashket and co, also firmin in b'ham.

Who - Patrick? 😲
Never!

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MerylStreep Fri 05-May-23 22:32:35

CanadianGran
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Harris27 Fri 05-May-23 22:44:06

I loved this programme. Really interesting.

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grannydarkhair Sat 06-May-23 07:40:46

Fabulous programme, it was a joy to watch. Wonderful to see such skills still exist in this country. The helmet maker in particular fascinated me, plus his truly historical shaping tool.

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Susie42 Sat 06-May-23 16:07:34

A fascinating programme, unbelievable to see the skills required. Patrick Grant was the right person to present the programme although he is not a tailor but does understand the process as he is a designer. However I do think that some of his decisions on GBSB can be a bit suspect.

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Primrose53 Sat 06-May-23 20:22:49

I spotted the mounted standard bearer who was featured in Patrick’s programme. He looked immaculate, as did his horse.

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welbeck Sat 06-May-23 21:06:17

well i'd never heard of the presenter and i'd have preferred the programme had a professional presenter and was all about the two businesses rather than about him as well.
i realise that you all seem smitten with him.
i was very interested in kashket and in firmins;
not in the moustachioed one.
that's my personal feeling and i'm entitled to it.

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Foxygloves Sat 06-May-23 21:30:52

He’s a respected Savile Row tailor, surely it is better to have an expert to comment?
And an experienced presenter (Sewing Bee) - what more do you want?

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MerylStreep Sat 06-May-23 21:44:15

welbeck
Is there anyone you have heard of who could have presented a better program. As you’ve never heard of Patrick Grant you’ll probably have a job coming up with a name.

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welbeck Sun 07-May-23 00:16:25

Paddy O'Connell, just off the top of my head.
anyone where it would have been entirely about the work of the businesses and not about the presenter.
i found that intrusive and detracting from the point of interest.

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welbeck Sun 07-May-23 00:18:40

the presenters do not write the script or devise the shape and content of the programme.
they merely present or voice the links to the audience.

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