I've got both Standard and Heavy. I much prefer the SWK-Heavy. I've spent a lot of time the last couple of years in Michigan in the lower and on the U-per both winter and summer. The Standard is way too light for the cooler months. The Heavy is, on a scale of 1 - 10 [10 being best] about a 5, perhaps a 6 for warmth. On those steamier Michigan days, the Heavy may be a tad warm around the waist, but not uncomfortable.

Also, if you're near the lakes, the Standard will most assuredly require weights, i.e., a nice X-Marks kilt pin, a sporran and perhaps a couple of crimpable lead sinkers strategically placed!

SWK has the new Hunting McLeod which is quite nice on the eyes. I'd like to get one, but it's only available in the Standard. I exchanged notes with Jerry earlier this week asking if the Hunting McLeod will go Heavy. At this time there are no plans to go heavy with it. Too bad! I'd pop in a heart beat for a Heavy Hunting McLeod from SWK.

In the meantime, get what you can afford, and rest assured, though it may be your first kilt, it most certainly will not be your last kilt!

I'm in South Central KY and today the temps are in the mid 30's. I've got the Black Watch heavy on and it's very comfortable. Just warm enough! As long as the breeze stays under 10 knots, it's good to go!

Best to you.

Les