A number of months back, Colin made me aware of Fraser and Kirkbright and their clearance tartans. They had 3 metres left of the BC tartan. Given that this is where I was born, raised and still live, I thought it an appropriate choice. I subsequently ended up also purchasing both the Macbitseach tartan and RCMP tartan from Mr. Kirkbright. The latter two are still in my closet awaiting the day when I can afford to have them sent off.
I thought since the BC tartan was the first I bought, it was appropriate that it be the first one made into a kilt. After a lot of consideration, reading the contents of these boards and a couple of recommendations, I sent it off to Rocky for fabrication.
I picked it up last week. To say I am thrilled is an understatement. It is beautiful. My fleet/herd/gaggle/murder of kilts up to now consists of one of Bear's earliest casuals, a SWK Irish National I picked up from Zardoz and a SWK Weathered Lamont. This is my first real true wool custom made kilt.
Rocky and Kelly did a magnificent job! It is something I will wear with pride for a great many years. And the quality of craftsmanship ensures that I will be sending more material in their direction in the future.
Thanks very much Rocky!
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