KILT APRONS- A PRACTICAL - Puffer

**puffer** · 30th May 09, 03:44 PM

A short time ago We talked about Kilt Aprons & how "practical" they were.

Last weekend I gave mine a "True" work out.
I was KILTED & evolved in "training" NRA Instructors.(BP/ML & modern.) & "exploring" the surrounding "terrain"
1. On the "RANGE", the Apron Kept my Kilt "clean". ( Dirt ( reg. + demonstrating positions ( Prone, sitting ) & BP residue etc)

2. Exploring the the beautiful terrain ( woods & foliage) The apron, protected my kilt from Snags etc.

Because the Apron has a "pocket" & I carried a "satchel" I did not wear a sporran ( Note- neither did the Regiments)

Results = Clean Kilt & filthy apron

The apron also assisted in "modesty" ( We had females in our classes)

All in ALL IT WORKED.

Here is a pic of mine. The left pic is it "fastened up & the Right is opened to show one of the kilts I wore.

Puffer

**ghostlight** · 30th May 09, 04:25 PM

Thank you for sharing this with us, sir. I have often wondered how a kilt apron would work out. Hobby tools seem to have a habit of tumbling out of my grasp and I've largely been afraid to try hobby work kilted as a result. I believe I've paid lifetime dues to clan clumsy. This looks like a great idea!

**Bugbear** · 30th May 09, 04:58 PM

I can't look at the pictures. Do those things cover the whole kilt, and, if so, do they have some kind of pleating to them?

Thanks.

**puffer** · 30th May 09, 05:17 PM

Originally Posted by Ted Crocker

I can't look at the pictures. Do those things cover the whole kilt, and, if so, do they have some kind of pleating to them?

Thanks.

Ted, There are 2 "Basic styles"

!/2 Apron = covers The front of the kilt

Full Apron = Wraps all the way around. Some are "pleated such as the one WPG sometimes offers.

If you want pix EMAIL ME & I will send some.

Puffer

**JolyStNicholas** · 30th May 09, 05:18 PM

That is a good idea for sure, it appears to do the job well. Thanks for sharing the pictures.

**KFCarter** · 30th May 09, 06:33 PM

I'm going to need one of those with us heading into barbecue season... don't want spills (or embers!!) landing on my kilt!! Great pictures, Puffer... that's definitely a practical, must-have for my list.

**vmac3205** · 30th May 09, 08:51 PM

Perfect!

**puffer** · 31st May 09, 11:15 AM

Originally Posted by vmac3205

Perfect!

Victoria,Here is the GREAT example you posted

http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/w...x.html?t=42546

Puffer

**wlverines** · 31st May 09, 11:27 AM

This is a great idea. What do you think? I would like one for when I go to the gatherings after the games or when having a nice meal at the games. I want to keep Rockey clean. (my sporan...remember) I have answered the two questions that were asked regarding the wood the handles are made of. Thanks for posting the pics.

**puffer** · 31st May 09, 11:45 AM

Originally Posted by wlverines

This is a great idea. What do you think? I would like one for when I go to the gatherings after the games or when having a nice meal at the games. I want to keep Rockey clean. (my sporan...remember) I have answered the two questions that were asked regarding the wood the handles are made of. Thanks for posting the pics.

I think it would be GREAT. I wear mine often for the same reasons.
1. 1/2 apron = Eating in enviorments where the "seating is "clean". ( even @ home) (It rolls up SMALL)
2. Full apron = Where the seating is iffy.

Note on Sporran - These can be won with a sporran, but most often not.( the regiments usually did not wear their sporans except in "garrison" or "dress") I carry a canvas"Shoulder bag" ( the apron is rolled up in it) When I wear the apron, I usually ( not always) remove my sporran, stow it in the bag & put what I need in the Apron pocket

Puffer