Quote Originally Posted by McMurdo View Post
As for the photo above as it is solders I'd have to say that the kilts worn were most likely not made for them, therefore, it would be difficult to use that photo as a guide.
Glenn, you have just pointed out one of the pitfalls of relying on photos of soldiers when discussing Highland attire.

The military issues clothing in one of three sizes:

(1) Too small;
(2) Too big;
(3) Not available.

The other pitfall is that soldiers only come up to regulation standards during inspection. So, as in the photo of the two soldiers (above), you will see all sorts of minor variations, to say nothing of the distortions caused by the camera.