So a few days ago, i recieved my first kilt from Stillwater Kilts. Its a standard model Black Stewart and i figured it would be good to post my review on it.

Note: The only other kilt that i could visually compare it to was my USAK Casual in the same tartan.

When i opened the package on tuesday i was surprized to find basting stitches on the pleats. At this price point, i would have not expected this.

The fit is great considering that these are not fitted the way a custom ones would be. The 3 buckles and straps are solid construction and allow for easy adjustment.

Here is a shot comparing the pleats. USAK on the left, SWK on the right

The pleats on the SWK are about 3.5" deep with about an inch of exposure. They are sewn down from the bottom of the waistband to about 7" down. I found while wearing it that the pleats wrinkle easily, but a quick sweep and you are good to go.

Here is a shot comparing the front aprons.


Here I compare the tartans.

The USAK has a tighter weave than the SWK acrylic, but the SWK has a softer feel and is more "wool-like". The one odd thing i found in the SWK was that one of the white stripes under a pleat has a mistake. (shown below)


Some of the nice details such as matching the stripe on the belt loops and a close up of the fringe on the front apron.



Tartan quality: A-
Construction: A
Fit: A-
Value: A+
Recommended: Highly