Sub $100 Kilts Compare and Contrast

[3fingerslinger]

SWK---quick e-mail responses, delivered from Minn. to Ca. in 2 days---great 2nd kilt for everyday wear--hard to beat the price either $90.50 total for the nightstalker standard....
Will never stand up to my Dunbar Lochcarron but I knew that going in!!
Just my opinion about the SWK.....and I agree with the others here that say SAVE SOME MONEY FOR THE REAL DEAL----get a "beater kilt" and get used to it while you save for something authentic---the Lochcarron cost around $600.00 and took 2 mos. to get (they were still spinning the wool) so not a great 1st option.
Good luck with your decision and can't wait for you to get out and about kilted!!!!!

[Ozman1944]

My very first was a Kiltmart ( one regular, & one hand sewn Blackwatch). No complaints whatsoever re quality etc. (Their customer service was lousy, they never answered any queries, emails etc.) I just guessed about removing the basting stitches as there was no enclosed directions. But at least I knew front from back.

[Makeitstop]

I have a solid black sk and a swk blackwatch thrifty. I am growing to appreciate my thrifty but I love my SK. It is extremely comfortable, will fit perfectly if I gain or drop 50 pounds, and is just damn pretty (sewn down pleats are a must). I have heard complaints about sport kilt's tartans looking cheap, but I must say I think my solid black can be the dressiest thing I own. I highly recommend it.

Then again I've never tried any of the others and my tastes are hardly traditional or typical in any way, so what do I know?

[Coemgen]

I have a solid black sk and a swk blackwatch thrifty. I am growing to appreciate my thrifty but I love my SK. It is extremely comfortable, will fit perfectly if I gain or drop 50 pounds, and is just damn pretty (sewn down pleats are a must). I have heard complaints about sport kilt's tartans looking cheap, but I must say I think my solid black can be the dressiest thing I own. I highly recommend it.

Then again I've never tried any of the others and my tastes are hardly traditional or typical in any way, so what do I know?

I agree. My SK is like my bathrobe; easy to put on, always fits, takes a beating, and is the most comfortable piece of clothing I own.