I think I can support the statements about the first kilt being special. I have a cheap kilt that is great around the house; I have a vintage kilt that is perfectly and lovingly made, and I have my first kilt, machine finished, but I love it for the fact that it's the family link, feels great and is the most worn so far as it was the first and most people have seen me with it on. The real pain is the fact that having one made takes so long that the anticipation hurts, but makes up for it when it actually arrives I hope you are extremely happy with your kilt, but soemhow, hearing the comments from others on this site, I know you will be.
Phil