Having now seen a USAK casual I can describe how it's made better.

I prefer a proper kilt made of wool. But after working with PV I might end up with one of them on me one of these days...

A good semi trad from USAK or an 8 yard from SHO will come with a relatively low cost. a kilt that can be machine washed, and still hold it's own in a room full of hand sewn wool kilts.

USAK is a longtime advertiser here and Josh has mentioned working towards becoming a paid advertiser. Most everything I've heard of either company has been good.