About that belt…

[smaughazard]

When I posted the pics of my new tank, I got several comments, both positive and negative, about my kilt belt. Some seemed to think that it was just too much.

Today, I was in the Tartans Museum in Franklin, NC when a voice behind me said, "I know that belt!" I then turned around and saw a distinguished kilted gentleman with a big smile. Thus I got to meet Cawdorian…

I think that there's nothing wrong with having a piece of kilt gear so distinctive that a fellow XMarker can pick one out of a crowd of strangers!

[Morath]

I think that there's nothing wrong with having a piece of kilt gear so distinctive that a fellow XMarker can pick one out of a crowd of strangers!

My sentiments exactly... If it works for you, then it doesn't matter what other people think. My question, however, is where one can find any belt over 2 inches online or offline. I have a trouser belt thats a lil over 1.5 inches, but it just doesn't cut it. Any suggestions?

[Mike1]

Morath, try the Scottish Tartans Museum. I know a lot of fellows would disagree, but I'm one of those that believes in the K.I.S.S. theory. Simplicity often catches the eye more than extravagence. And the casual kilt belt and buckle does exactly that. Width on it is 2.5".

[Cawdorian]

Hey guys,

I want to tell you, I got a first hand look at that belt yesterday, It is a very high quality, distinctive piece of leatherwork. It is one great looking belt! Besides that I got to meet Smaughazard and his wife, the belt was the key to recognizing him. Fine looking kilt, great looking belt.

I enjoyed my trip to the museum yesterday, I also got to meet Matt he measured me for what I thought was going to be 16 oz, 8 yard tank. Surprise, my girth has expanded so it will take 9 yards of pleats and apron to get around me. BTW, it's in Ancient Lamont tartan. Let the jonesing begin.

Didn't mean to hi-jack the thread, I had a great time, met two X-markers, got to order another kilt, even ate lunch at that famed Scottish restaurant McDonald's, what a day!

[starbkjrus]

Hey guys,

I want to tell you, I got a first hand look at that belt yesterday, It is a very high quality, distinctive piece of leatherwork. It is one great looking belt! Besides that I got to meet Smaughazard and his wife, the belt was the key to recognizing him. Fine looking kilt, great looking belt.

I enjoyed my trip to the museum yesterday, I also got to meet Matt he measured me for what I thought was going to be 16 oz, 8 yard tank. Surprise, my girth has expanded so it will take 9 yards of pleats and apron to get around me. BTW, it's in Ancient Lamont tartan. Let the jonesing begin.

Didn't mean to hi-jack the thread, I had a great time, met two X-markers, got to order another kilt, even ate lunch at that famed Scottish restaurant McDonald's, what a day!

But did you get to meet Ranald? :rolleyes:

[MacWage]

, even ate lunch at that famed Scottish restaurant McDonald's, what a day!

Just don't say that to Clan Donald! (There has been a history of lawsuits- One reason I tend to avoid that place-besides Ray Krok)

That is a neat looking belt.
Is it bought or homemade?


Actually, it kindda reminds me of a weightlifting belt (which is good for the lower back).

Now, I am interested in in (if only I had any $$$$$$$$$$).

[Riverkilt]

Well, for what its worth, this Ronald Macdonald prefers the 2 1/4" belts from AmeriKilts. Quality for a fair price.

I do like that "weight belt" look though. Anything distinctive is good.

And, I only eat at McDonald's about once a year to remind myself why I don't eat there.

Ron

[smaughazard]

The belt was custom-made for me courtesy of Arthur Spelman Rose, who designed it. He refers to these belts as the "Three Roses Kilt Belt", and plans production of no more than 1000. Mine is #0341, is stamped with my initials, and came with a nice certificate of authenticity. The belts are actually constructed by Art's Amish friend, Joniah Hostetler, and are beautifully hand-crafted. The belt is a full 4" wide, of saddle-grade leather (gorgeous thick stuff!) with high-quality nickel hardware that is normally used only in horse tack. Sorry if I sound like a commercial, but I love this belt! I don't think he would mind that I give you all his contact info:
poliglot@csweb.us

[Riverkilt]

Ahhhhh,

You're holding out on the price....that means I can't afford it for sure.

Sure is pretty to look at though.

Ron

[furrycelt]

When I posted the pics of my new tank, I got several comments, both positive and negative, about my kilt belt. Some seemed to think that it was just too much....

I WANT THAT BELT!!

wow, that is awesome looking. how much did you spend, if you don't mind the question?

-ian