Looking to buy in bulk (+100) for Army Highland Games

**Dominic** · 26th March 11, 02:37 AM

Hello all,
I'm the chaplain assistant for a unit of cavalry in the US Army, currently deployed in Iraq. I was tasked with coming up with an activity for building morale and fostering unity, so of course the first thing I came up with was the Highland Games. I'd love to find someone who can provide decent-quality kilts at a price soldiers can afford without delving into the "Paper-thin cotton in plaid pattern skirt" cheap. I'm looking for somewhere under seventy five US dollars each, hopefully less. I'd also like any input on putting on a good highland games on a budget if anyone would care to help. Free advice is always appreciated!

Sincerely,
SPC Eugene Yeo
6-9 Cav 1CD
Iraq

**DougC** · 26th March 11, 06:23 AM

Try calling any of the vendors--almost all (if not all) have band prices. And, because its for a good cause, they might be inclined to reduce prices even more. The price of "how much a soldier can afford" might be to general for a range...I know Stillwater has low prices and a reputation for good quality. As for the games, no idea.

**Jock Scot** · 26th March 11, 06:34 AM

What a super thing to do! I cannot be of any help I am afraid other than,"are there any Scots Units still in Iraq that may be able to assist with practical advice?" A forlorn thought I suspect.Good luck to you all.

**cavscout** · 26th March 11, 07:15 AM

Dominic, Please allow me to provide a custom kilt belt as a prize for the competition. I can be contacted by PM or by email from my web site.

19D
1/121 Infantry

**Dominic** · 26th March 11, 09:42 AM

Originally Posted by Jock Scot

What a super thing to do! I cannot be of any help I am afraid other than,"are there any Scots Units still in Iraq that may be able to assist with practical advice?" A forlorn thought I suspect.Good luck to you all.

Actually, I've seen a few mechanics that still wear the union jack and I believe I've seen a Saltire among them. That said, I'm honestly not sure how I'd approach them.

I've sent emails to stillwater and sportkilt both, I hope to hear back from them before too long. Thanks for the replies folks, keep them coming!

**Jock Scot** · 26th March 11, 10:01 AM

[QUOTE=Dominic;965773]Actually, I've seen a few mechanics that still wear the union jack and I believe I've seen a Saltire among them. That said, I'm honestly not sure how I'd approach them.

"Hello, I wonder if you can help me?" is a pretty effective start!

**xman** · 26th March 11, 10:27 AM

While not a fan of acrylic myself a good argument was presented to me regarding their usefulness as games kilts. http://stores.channeladvisor.com/Sti...ndard%20Kilts/

**Dominic** · 26th March 11, 10:55 AM

Originally Posted by xman

While not a fan of acrylic myself a good argument was presented to me regarding their usefulness as games kilts. http://stores.channeladvisor.com/Sti...ndard%20Kilts/

I'm curious, what argument?

**xman** · 26th March 11, 11:17 AM

Originally Posted by Dominic

I'm curious, what argument?

That they were inexpensive and not worrisome if the caber damaged them.

**MacCathmhaoil** · 26th March 11, 11:40 AM

Dominic

why not try contacting one of the Scottish highland unit's Chaplain and seeing what they may be able to do. Try info@theblackwatch.co.uk and see if they can assist.
Best of luck with this and please keep us posted!