The Saltire Kilt

**Chef** · 15th March 07, 09:38 AM

Originally Posted by cajunscot

Umm...let's not go there, please. I only brought up the whole "stars & bars" thing on a point of information.

Too much has been said already...back to the saltire kilt.

T.

Thank you.

Anyway, does anyone have any info on whether or not this is a custom fit kilt or an off the rack fit?

**Pour1Malt** · 15th March 07, 11:09 AM

Originally Posted by Chef

Thank you.

Anyway, does anyone have any info on whether or not this is a custom fit kilt or an off the rack fit?

baith!

ma local (Andersons Kilts) can make a Saltire tae fit...

and they alsa have a few aff the peg...

**Hamish** · 15th March 07, 12:11 PM

Originally Posted by Chef

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Anyway, does anyone have any info on whether or not this is a custom fit kilt or an off the rack fit?

I had to wait almost twelve weeks for mine to come through which, in a way, indicates that it was made to measure, and it does fit very well (or it did before I put on a lot of weight in recent months!!). On the other hand, the only measurements I was asked to select from drop-down menus - it was an on-line purchase - were for my waist and the length required, which suggests these are off-the rack kilts.

Either way, I am perfectly satisfied with my Saltire tartan kilt - and cannot wait to lose some inches so that I might wear it again!!

**Fearnest** · 15th March 07, 12:19 PM

They're certainly beautiful kilts - and what a unique look compared to everything else out there!

**AtagahiKC** · 15th March 07, 02:01 PM

I ordered one from Nicholson Highlandwear in January - it is an ex-hire kilt. I made the mistake of ordering an argyle jacket at the same time and have been waiting ever since to get my order. It will be eight weeks tomorrow, so I'll start worrying if they haven't shipped next week.

If I ever get it, I'll let you know how it wears.

**Chef** · 15th March 07, 04:27 PM

Originally Posted by Hamish

I had to wait almost twelve weeks for mine to come through which, in a way, indicates that it was made to measure, and it does fit very well (or it did before I put on a lot of weight in recent months!!). On the other hand, the only measurements I was asked to select from drop-down menus - it was an on-line purchase - were for my waist and the length required, which suggests these are off-the rack kilts.

Either way, I am perfectly satisfied with my Saltire tartan kilt - and cannot wait to lose some inches so that I might wear it again!!

It was those drop down menus that concerned me. Having never had an off the rack kilt I have no idea what to expect as far as two measurement fit. What is the standard difference between the waist and the hip measurement on an off the rack kilt? I would hate to spend that money on a kilt that didn't fit.

Originally Posted by Pour1Malt

baith!

ma local (Andersons Kilts) can make a Saltire tae fit...

and they alsa have a few aff the peg...

But like Hamish said they only ask for two measurements. I think this is probably because they have to build the kilt around the special pleating necessary. so it would seems like there would need to be a standard waist to hip measurement so as not to screw that up. I don't know enough about kilt construction so maybe those that do could add an opinion.

Thanks all

**Hamish** · 15th March 07, 05:10 PM

Originally Posted by Chef

It was those drop down menus that concerned me. Having never had an off the rack kilt I have no idea what to expect as far as two measurement fit. What is the standard difference between the waist and the hip measurement on an off the rack kilt? I would hate to spend that money on a kilt that didn't fit.
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But like Hamish said they only ask for two measurements. I think this is probably because they have to build the kilt around the special pleating necessary. so it would seems like there would need to be a standard waist to hip measurement so as not to screw that up. I don't know enough about kilt construction so maybe those that do could add an opinion.

Thanks all

I believe you could be right there, Chef. It is my guess that the pleats section is pretty much common to all Saltire kilts made - the saltire design itself demands that there can be no variations on that area or it would not work. The kiltmaker might be able to add pleats on either side for larger sizes, but is unable to alter the 'ready made' pleated section without destroying the effect. I really do not know.

Maybe I am lucky in that I am/was a standard stock size and that is why the waist and hips fit/fitted so well!

**Nick** · 15th March 07, 05:14 PM

It's interesting, and a nice example of what's possible with pleating and patterns, more than just reproducing a tartan pattern.

It may be a bit odd to wear a national flag as a piece of clothing, but I think this is better than Kid Rock cutting a hole in Old Glory and wearing it as a poncho.

**Chef** · 15th March 07, 05:21 PM

Originally Posted by Hamish

Maybe I am lucky in that I am/was a standard stock size and that is why the waist and hips fit/fitted so well!

I figured you own so many kilts there would be a stock size known as the Hamish

For me I find that nothing stock ever seems to fits very well (no experience with the stock kilts though) and that is what has me worried.

**ccga3359** · 15th March 07, 06:26 PM

The saltire is only in the pleated section. It would appear that you could not mmake a kilt small than that shown it the above photo, other wise some would be lost in the deep side pleats. A larger kilt could probably be made by adding pleats either side of the saltire. But you'll notice that the critical tapering of the pleats are done above the design. Having never seen the fabric myself however, this is only just assumption. Chef have discussed this with the seller yet?