New Stillwater Kilt Tartan Announced!

[Tartan Hiker]

I'll add my name to the list of those who would buy an Army tartan. My school has a Marine JROTC unit and I've been trying to get the Sargent to get a kilt for some time...the Leatherneck might be just the hook I've been needing...so there's two sales.

[bjcustard]

Thanks for offering another great tartan, Jerry!

As for who can or cannot wear a particular tartan, it's quickly becoming the 2nd oldest question regarding kilts.

We're wearing kilts because we want to... the same thing goes for any tartan or color or material. Just do it with respect, and the rest will work itself out.

(and from an Army guy, hoo-ahh)

[Mr. Kilt]

I finally got around to checking out the new tartan. WOW!!!!! I think I just found my next purchase! I may be a Canuck, but I'd be proud to show my support for those who bravely put their lives on the line so the rest of us can live free.

[mudd]

Another former Marine, here...

I just wanted to add that the Marines have a tradition of procuring equipment that meets their needs, regardless of its place of origin. Case in point; the AV-9B Harrier... This jet fighter was originally developed and built by another US Military ally (and the first enemy of this nation), the UK. Although now contracted from McDonnell Douglas, the engine is still built Rolls Royce. And don’t forget the “Woolly pully” sweater, which was part of the Marines official uniform when I was active. (I’m not sure if it still is.)

My only dilemma regarding the Stillwater leatherneck Kilt is deciding to get one or two. Jerry has one hell of a product!

[Riverkilt]

Speaking of procurement -

I'm hoping those interested in the Leatherneck tartan are aware that the colors look different on different fabrics, due to the type of fabric being colored.

Stillwater will offer acrylic

SportKilt offers polycotton

Maybe USA Kilts will someday make a run in polyviscose

And then there's wool.

I have a swatch of the Leatherneck tartan that SportKilt sent me. I've seen a Leatherneck tartan SportKilt...my swatch had more subdued colors than the kilt which seemed to have very bright colors.

The colors on the Stillwater website showing the Leatherneck tartan seem bright - yes, I know monitors vary.

And I've seen a number of wool kilts of the Leatherneck tartan and I gotta tell you they are BEAUTIFUL! The colors are so subdued, they really pick up the color of the uniforms. There's a quiet strength to the look of a wool Leatherneck tartan kilt.

I'm not minimizing SportKilt's offering, or Stillwater's pending release, or the possibility of a polyviscose run from USA Kilts. They offer what they offer for those who want them.

I would encourage anyone with deep feelings about their own service, or honoring the service of others to treat their eyes to the beauty of a wool Leatherneck tartan kilt, or at least a swatch of the wool Leatherneck tartan, before they make their buying decision.

For a few dollars more you can treat yourself and stand tall.

Think I'm drifting off topic, just realize there is a beautiful option, if you can afford it.

Semper Fi,

Ron

[Yaish]

Ron in case you did not notice, SWK is offering wool also.

[Riverkilt]

Duh,

Thanks Yaish, missed that completely.

I remain, enamored of the Leatherneck tartan in wool, regardless of who sews it up...but since this is a Stillwater thread...suggest checking swatches, if possible, to compare the look of the Leatherneck tartan in the various fabrics Stillwater offers before making a final decision.

Ron

[Big Dave]

I finally got around to checking out the new tartan. WOW!!!!! I think I just found my next purchase! I may be a Canuck, but I'd be proud to show my support for those who bravely put their lives on the line so the rest of us can live free.

Nicely said. Kilts are made to be worn proudly, every kilt I own I wear with pride.

[Mike1]

OK, this thread appears to now be on its last leg.

I really don't understand why so many of you expect and demand tolerance from others, but can be so unbending, yourselves. Maybe we need a big announcement on the portal that reminds everyone to check their attitude at the door?

If you see a post that you feel is offensive to you, then point out what you believe to be offensive about the post and NOT the author.

The forum staff has no problem with you forming opinions of others, but from here on out, we expect you to keep the negative opinions and observations to yourselves. Or suffer the consequences.

Are these concepts so difficult to understand? If you discover you are struggling with it, drop me a Private Message and we will get it sorted for you.

[eighties]

First of all I can't say enough good about Jerry and his kilts. If it weren't Stillwater I would maybe only have two or three (at the most) kilts in my closet instead of 10.

I hope (actually beg) that this thread does NOT get locked down as the posts have helped me to make my decision of should I purchase one or not.

That dilema being that I have no ties to the USMC directly and while I find the tartan to be very attractive, would I feel right wearing it?

Thanks to all here the answer is a resounding YES! I would be honored to wear the tartan of any branch of our service out of respect for the sacrifices they made ensuring the freedoms I enjoy.

God bless the marines, God bless Stillwater, God bless X-marks and God bless America!

-80s