This is the first review of a Stillwater that I can remember by a professional kiltmaker. Based on my one SWK Standard and two SWK heavies, it is a very FOX TV review (i.e., fair and balanced). Perhaps even foxier than FOX. If I had two things to change number one would be to cut out the pleats, and number two would address the bunching of the waistband lining. (3 would be better apron shaping).

I seem to recall Jerry saying that a steeking line isn't needed if the pleats aren't cut out because the full pleat width is sewn into the waistband, whereas with the pleats cut out the inside edge of the pleat is not supported, andsteeking is needed, as well as a stabilizing cloth sewn to the cut out part.

It's all about how much labor is needed to make a decent product and still hit a profitable price point. I think that comes across in Steve's review. Kiltos to ya.