A TOTALLY unfair comparisson..and some advice

[Mumbles]

yeah, you can't compare the ccc kilt to anything else really. Fortunately, or unfortunately, the only kilt I have so far is a CCC. Unmatched quality, unfortunately, I have to purchase cheaper kilts from now on because of a lack of funds, so every kilt I get wont seem as great. I really dont like the idea of the elastic, it almost detracts (IMO) from the kilt. But, I guess it has its ups as maybe something better used for hiking. Again, to each his own. Thanks for posting. One last thing about the ccc, on the leather of my belt, the edges seem to be wearing and almost "fraying". Is there a special way to take care of the leather so it doesn't do that? I scrapped and saved for quite some time to buy the thing, and Id hate to have it go to ruin because I didn't know how to properly take care of it. Thanks.

[Abax]

One last thing about the ccc, on the leather of my belt, the edges seem to be wearing and almost "fraying". Is there a special way to take care of the leather so it doesn't do that?

I think some minor fraying of the edges where a leather strap passes though a buckle is normal. But if your leather needs maintenance, try some Fiebing's neutral Tan Kote. Look for this product at local craft or hobby shop - it's very common. You can rub a thin coat of the product onto all sides of the strap (front, back and edges) with a rag. It will seal the leather and prevent the fuzzy surface you describe. Let the Tan Kote dry a day or two (depending on your realtive humidity), then seal that with a coat of neutral leather polish.

Don't get the Tan Kote on your kilt fabric. The product is casein-based (same base as white glue), so cleaning it off could be a real pain. I'd mask the surrounding area with some painter's tape or by pulling the strap through a slit in a plastic bag before applying the Tan Kote. The product dries to the touch in just a few minutes.

I'd avoid applying solutions for fabric to your leather straps (like Fray Check). I think they'd tend to make the leather too hard and brittle, plus it's likely to leave a white deposit where ever you apply it on a dark-colored material.

Abax

[davidlpope]

Does the "CCC" kilt that you've shown have a hem? If so, why?

Cordially,
David