I have two Amerikilts - a Tan (2002) and a Olive Green (2003) - and eleven Utilikilts. I think that says which I prefer! Maybe the AK fabrics have changed since I got mine, but they were very soft and 'giving' when new and I'm afraid I prefer something with a little more 'guts' in it to wear - such as my UKs. The Amerikilts DO crease terribly and for that reason I could never wear one all day without whipping it off for a quick ironing. Having said that, the AKs are very comfortable, although I dislike the matching fabric 'sporrans' and, in fact, have never worn either of mine in public. In the British climate, the AKs are strictly for summer wear whilst I can easily wear the heavier UKs all year round.
Full marks to Mike Butler, nevertheless, for providing yet another valuable alternative to the dreaded t------s!
Last edited by Hamish; 24th January 06 at 05:21 PM.
[B][I][U]No. of Kilts[/U][/I][/B][I]:[/I] 102.[I] [B]"[U][B]Title[/B]"[/U][/B][/I]: Lord Hamish Bicknell, Laird of Lochaber / [B][U][I]Life Member:[/I][/U][/B] The Scottish Tartans Authority / [B][U][I]Life Member:[/I][/U][/B] The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society / [U][I][B]Member:[/B][/I][/U] The Ardbeg Committee / [I][B][U]My NEW Photo Album[/U]: [/B][/I][COLOR=purple]Sadly, and with great regret, it seems my extensive and comprehensive album may now have been lost forever![/COLOR]/
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