Quote Originally Posted by Fit2BKilted View Post
First of all, I think that kilt is marvelous, and it suits you.

Now... about the material... Since I started the Fraser & Kirkbright thread under Heraldry: How does it compare to the material of your other tanks?
Fit 2

I did a more thorough comparison on your F&K thread but will revamp an abbreviated version here. The F&K 16 oz Maple Leaf has beautiful coloration, a soft drapy hand, does feel lighter than its stated 16oz (more like 13) and does take a pleat slightly less well. Its selvedge (at least in the piece I got) is noticeable, a bit fuzzy and wavy distorting the finish of the tartan visibly where it is supposed to be hidden in a dark thin stripe. I have 16oz handsewn kilts also in fabric from Strathmore, and machine sewn from Lochcarron Strome, Marton Mills Jura, Islay Mills, and House of Edgar Nevis range, and unsewn fabric awaiting a kiltmaker's needle and shears from Dalgleish. In my opinion the F&K is not quite comparable to any of the above in its characteristics across the board for kiltmaking, with the Strathmore, Lochcarron and Dalgleish standing above the rest in overall quality. Not even quite comparable to Strathmore and HoE 13 ox fabrics, in my opinion.

Hope this is helpful.

J