WW2 Canadian Black Watch 5 Tassel Hair Sporran Named SF102889 Thornton

This item is a World War II-era Canadian Black Watch 5 Tassel Hair Sporran, attributed to an individual identified as SF102889 Thornton. The sporran, traditionally worn as part of Highland military dress, features five black horsehair tassels suspended from a leather front, consistent with regimental specifications of the period. The cantle is made of white metal, with typical engravings and a robust construction. The presence of the service number “SF102889” and the name “Thornton” provides provenance and assists in historical identification. Sporrans of this type were used by members of The Black Watch (Royal Highland Regiment) of Canada, which served in various theaters during the Second World War. The design and materials reflect standard issue for Canadian Highland regiments, intended to complement the military kilt and provide functional storage. This artifact is representative of mid-20th century military dress accessories used by Canadian forces in active service.