New to kilting and in need of guidance..

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I looked at the various kilt shops that advertise in Australia, and find that all of them charge rather dearly for a kilt that would fit your needs, or charge very dearly for off the peg not so good stuff. I relied on the internet for my searches, your experience may be better.
Slainte.

I have edited the above quote for length, but it sounds like AU is in need of another kiltmaker!