I own both medium and heavyweight worsted kilts. Absolutely they are a superior garment. BUT...at 4 to 5 times the price, they damn well better be. My p.v. kilt does a fine job for what I paid for it. I'd much rather wear it in risky conditions than an expensive wool one. To render a strong opinion is one thing but it's unclear to me why you would bother doing so with such hubris.