Fantastic kilt

**Fergus Macdonald** · 26th July 13, 03:56 AM

Just to let you know, we've now updated all our 'poly-viscose' kilts to now be called 'budget kilts'. We feel this is a more accurate name for them. http://buyakilt.com/kilts

**Thomas H** · 26th July 13, 05:06 AM

Yes ,as there is a huge difference between PV and Arylic . please make sure the customer
knows this , just changing it to Budget kilt might not be enough . I understand that a kilt
under $100.00 should be a clear notice that the kilt is not high end but even a PV kilt is nice.
But the Arylic kilts not so much .

**Fergus Macdonald** · 26th July 13, 05:18 AM

Yes indeed!

Just to confirm, these kilts are not made from acrylic and we've never sold an acrylic kilt in our history. They used to be Poly-Vicose, but at some point the fabric was improved and we started using acetate fibre instead of polyester. The name change reflects that.

**TJ Kelley** · 29th July 13, 02:04 PM

I believe if you spend under 100 for a kilt, you get what you get.

Are your expectations really that high? Well then you best up your ante.

**English Bloke** · 29th July 13, 08:12 PM

There's nothing wrong with these kilts. They aren't 16oz wool but then again they aren't priced as 16oz wool. They ARE perfectly wearable and quite appropriate for everyday use. The only thing I would advise is; be careful around cigarette ends and don't use fabric conditioner in the rinse when washing them in a machine, it ruins them. Other than that, they make a great pub / casual / starter kilt.

**MacMillans son** · 30th July 13, 06:25 AM

Agreed EB. I have one in Scottish National tartan that is my go to for any kind of rugged duty where I wouldn't want to risk damaging a wool kilt. I would especially recommend them as a starter kilt as they are of a material that is much more analogous of 13 oz wool vs. a low yardage kilt in a lighter weight material, and they have the typical strap and buckle closures found on wool kilts. I bought mine from buyakilt about 3 years ago and have not regretted it for a minute.

**California Highlander** · 30th July 13, 08:40 PM

Originally Posted by Fergus Macdonald

Yes indeed!

Just to confirm, these kilts are not made from acrylic and we've never sold an acrylic kilt in our history. They used to be Poly-Vicose, but at some point the fabric was improved and we started using acetate fibre instead of polyester. The name change reflects that.

Curious to hear more about two elements of the fibre description from the link:

Tenacity: weak fiber with breaking tenacity of 1.2 to 1.4 g/d; rapidly loses strength when wet; must be dry cleaned

Abrasion: poor resistance

Sounds like color, breathability, and drape are good. As is the price!

**Aussie_Don** · 31st July 13, 03:42 AM

Originally Posted by California Highlander

Curious to hear more about two elements of the fibre description from the link:

Tenacity: weak fiber with breaking tenacity of 1.2 to 1.4 g/d; rapidly loses strength when wet; must be dry cleaned

Abrasion: poor resistance

Sounds like color, breathability, and drape are good. As is the price!

If you read the full information on the site, it says that the fabric is:

65% Viscose Rayon, 35% Acetate Fibre -- rayon is much stronger -- they
use it for the cord in tyres. And the printed information on the site also
clearly states that this is a washable kilt. Following the discussion here,
I decided that one of these would be good for Summer when wool is too
hot to be comfortable.

-Don

**Mirthlesstroll** · 2nd August 13, 06:09 AM

Do you guys who have them like them? I need to buy some new kilts for my lads - they've outgrown the starter kilts I bought them 3 years ago! How well do the budget kilts stand up to the sporran straps rubbing the fabric? Do they pill?
I'm looking for a nicer (more grown-up) kilt with deeper pleats.

**Liam** · 4th August 13, 01:52 PM

Originally Posted by MacMillans son

Agreed EB. I have one in Scottish National tartan that is my go to for any kind of rugged duty where I wouldn't want to risk damaging a wool kilt. I would especially recommend them as a starter kilt as they are of a material that is much more analogous of 13 oz wool vs. a low yardage kilt in a lighter weight material, and they have the typical strap and buckle closures found on wool kilts. I bought mine from buyakilt about 3 years ago and have not regretted it for a minute.

I too own 3 of these kilts although
from HofS... They are my go to kilts for hiking or pubbing. They can also be dressed-up enough to be presentable in a business casual setting (what ever that is).

Slainte...Bill