Any experience with...

[Southern Breeze]

Ditto KCWs post. They're an excellant starter kilt. I have several 2005s and like them. One thing, they only come in one length.

[mddock58]

I have a 2006 Black Watch Standard, and I like it. I am looking to buy a Black Heavyweight in the future. From what I can see, Jerry puts out a GREAT product for the price.

Yes, they only come in one length, and that is a problem for some.

There are also many kilts being sold out there that are far worse, but may look to be a better product!

If you order a Stillwater, remember to try it on before removing the basting stitches, because you can always return it if it does not suit you. He will not take a return on the kilts with the basting removed.

[bjcustard]

I got the 2006 Heavyweight in the Saffron last week.

While I would not match the quality with one of my tanks, I still feel it was well worth the $145.

Is it the equivalent of my $500+ tanks? No.

But I didn't have to spend $500, either... I spent a third of it.

[Blu (Ontario)]

... I have to disagree with Blu, especially if you are not sure if/how much you will wear the kilt, or are concerned about wearing a $400-500 investment for anything other than special occasions....

Actually, I wear my first $600.00 16oz heayweight everywhere including hiking trails. It has stood up extremely well. Mind you, I don't roll in the dirt or fix the car in it. The fact is, there is NO substitute for a good quality traditional kilt. It is not my intent to sound arrogant... I merely state the facts as I know them. And the fact is, there is a noticeable difference in the way they look and fit and there is a reason why they cost what they do. There are a few on the board that understand what I'm talking about. My point is... it's a choice. I stand behind my other post.

blu

[macwilkin]

Actually, I wear my first $600.00 16oz heayweight everywhere including hiking trails. It has stood up extremely well. Mind you, I don't roll in the dirt or fix the car in it. The fact is, there is NO substitute for a good quality traditional kilt. It is not my intent to sound arrogant... I merely state the facts as I know them. And the fact is, there is a noticeable difference in the way they look and fit and there is a reason why they cost what they do. There are a few on the board that understand what I'm talking about. My point is... it's a choice. I stand behind my other post.

blu

And I stand wi' you, Blu, on this one as well -- traditional kilts are versitle enough to be worn for Burns Nights, Tartan Balls, etc., as well casually at the games, and other outdoor activities save only the most strenuous.

Another option might be to look at our own Matt Newsome's box-pleated kilt for a starter kilt:

http://kilts.albanach.org/

A very historical way to get started into kilting, and like a 8-yd. traditional, Matt's kilts are versitle as well!

Cheers,

Todd

[mbhandy]

Hi and welcome to the forum.

I have a SWK Heavy weight Black Watch and I Love it I tried on a handmade kilt at the shop in Salt Lake and the scot blood got the better of me and like I said I love the $150 SWK BW that I got from Jerry and the length is just right for me. Besides if it is to long you can allways have it taken up or do it your self ( Took me almost 2 hours to hem 7.y yds while watching X Files marathon. there are some on the forum who need longer Then you have the option of going to a kilt maker or doing it your self.

MrBill

[Jerry]

I have a 2006 heavyweight in the shadow tartan. Although I haven't worn it a lot as of yet, i love it.

[Scottish Chi]

So If I understand correctly this kilt is 100% wool, 7-8 yds, and about a 13oz weight.

I was told a 42" waist weathered Lamont had 30 pleats with a 4 inch depth. So maybe a 36" would have at least 24 pleats with hopefully the same depth. At 6'1" a 24" length should fit fine. AND my little sweetie likes it even after I said I would need another more expensive kilt in the Ferguson tartan later (more questions about that in another post). Ain't it great not to have to secretly buy another and then ask forgiveness. I get the kilt and still get lucky!

Soooo... at $145+shipping what's the downside other than it takes money away from getting the "tank" sooner? Oh yes, what about a Buzz Kidder sporran? Black or Brown?

Bill

[Bob C]

Oh yes, what about a Buzz Kidder sporran? Black or Brown?

Bill

That tartan has a lot of brown in it. I'd recommend a brown belt and sporran, especially for day wear.

[Panache]

Scottish Chi,

I just ordered a Black Shadow Tartan kilt and a hunting McCleod standard, plus a new sporran from Stillwater Kilts. I've heard of Jerry Stillwater's almost superhuman speed in getting his products to his customers so hopefully I can can give you a review before too long.

I'll just wait


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