How makes a good quality Light Weight Kilt

**Sharkman** · 26th February 11, 01:48 PM

I have looked at quite a few kilt makers including those who advertise here. So I'm asking for input from all of you about who has a good quality lighter weight kilt.

I live in So. California and I don't think a "Tank" is what I'm looking for. But I have seen several lighter weight kilts that are possible candidates for what I'm looking for. Of course, another consideration for me is price too.

I would love to have a ton of money to throw around but the reality is I don't, so I'm looking for something more within my means.

I know that all of you have some good ideas and I'm waiting to hear them.

**Father Bill** · 26th February 11, 01:51 PM

Originally Posted by Sharkman

I have looked at quite a few kilt makers including those who advertise here. So I'm asking for input from all of you about who has a good quality lighter weight kilt.

I live in So. California and I don't think a "Tank" is what I'm looking for. But I have seen several lighter weight kilts that a possible candidates for what I'm looking for. Of course another consideration is for me is price too.

I would love to have a ton of money to throw around but the reality is I don't, so I'm looking for something more within my means.

I know that all of you have some good ideas and I'm waiting to hear them.

If it's too hot and too expensive, consider a box-pleated kilt which is both cheaper and cooler, but you could still have it made in the heavier weight cloth which hangs and "swishes" better. ... and bonus, it's a little more unusual, and therefore interesting, while non-kilt-experts are unlikely to notice the difference.

**xman** · 26th February 11, 01:52 PM

I think you could do well very with a PV semi-trad kilt.

**Riverkilt** · 26th February 11, 08:34 PM

Hey, a Powegian! Used to live in Ramona back in '72.

I second the motion for a Polyviscose kilt, made-to-measure by an experienced kiltmaker like Rocky and Kelly at USA Kilts.

I've also worn 16 ounce wool in Sandy Eggo County with no problem in the winter.

**Jack Daw** · 26th February 11, 09:12 PM

If you choose to stick with a wool kilt, I highly recommend that you go no lighter than 13oz. Anything lighter is too wispy.

**Larry124** · 26th February 11, 10:19 PM

Indoors or outdoors? Outfit or casual?
For the seasons other than winter in your local I’d recommend a Celtic Croft Economy for cool, a USAK Casual for middle, and a Sport Kilt Hiking for warm.

**Riverkilt** · 26th February 11, 10:37 PM

And I continue to disagree. I have a fine 8 yard hand sewn kilt made from 11 ounce wool and it is not too light, it is not too whispy, it is a fine tank that anyone would be hard pressed to tell its made form 11 ounce wool.

But for sure be certain you have a skilled kiltmaker that you're dealing with direct.

**Sharkman** · 26th February 11, 11:08 PM

Thanks for the advice folks!

Riverkilt,

I've looked at the USA Kilts a few times and the Semi-Trad is about what I could really afford for now, possibly even the 5-yard wool. But I'm not that sure about the wool for around here.

Is the kilt you are wearing in the pictures you posted the 11 oz. Semi-Trad? If so it looks fine.

**Jack Daw** · 27th February 11, 07:38 AM

Originally Posted by Riverkilt

And I continue to disagree. I have a fine 8 yard hand sewn kilt made from 11 ounce wool and it is not too light, it is not too whispy, it is a fine tank that anyone would be hard pressed to tell its made form 11 ounce wool.
But for sure be certain you have a skilled kiltmaker that you're dealing with direct.

I have a great kilt in 11 oz, which I don't wear anymore because I think it's too light. It doesn't take much wind to fly. I can't speak about pleating since this GK requires temporary hand-pleating. Do the pleats in your kilt keep?

**Riverkilt** · 27th February 11, 08:09 AM

That's 11 ounce Lochcarron wool, 8 yard hand sewn by Kathy Lare.

No clue what the weight of the PV's from Rocky are. Can tell you I've purchased 25 PV kilts from Rocky. Prefer the semi-trad for the looks and comfort. Do own a bunch of casuals for hot humid weather - like trips to Quintana Roo, Maui, and the Monsoon season in Arizona.