My new tank is on the way!

**ardchoille** · 28th April 08, 05:18 PM

I just received a notification from FedEx that my new tank has been shipped. I really like that they informed me about it so I can be home to receive it. However, it's going to be a long three days now that I know it's en route.

Will post pics and a review when it arrives

**Howard Clark** · 28th April 08, 05:21 PM

Who made it ? Can't wait to see the pics !

**McMurdo** · 28th April 08, 05:23 PM

Congratulations, looking forward to the pictures and review.

**sharpdressedscot** · 28th April 08, 05:29 PM

Congrats! And try to wait without going mad.

**ardchoille** · 28th April 08, 05:56 PM

Originally Posted by Howard Clark

Who made it ? Can't wait to see the pics !

It's from The Scotland Yard. I own 7 of their kilts and the quality is amazing.

Originally Posted by sharpdressedscot

Congrats! And try to wait without going mad.

Knowing me, I think that will be easier said than done.

**Nick the DSM** · 30th April 08, 01:15 PM

Originally Posted by ardchoille

Knowing me, I think that will be easier said than done.

or will it?

thats great dude! now we'll need pics when it gets there.

**ardchoille** · 2nd May 08, 01:21 PM

My new tank arrived today, here is what I found:

1) The length is wrong - 2 inches too short.

2) The pleats are machine sewn and the red thread is very visible (MacGregor modern tartan). All of the tanks I have received from The Scotland Yard in the past were all hand sewn.

3) The pleats are not aligned correctly nor pressed in.

4) This kilt feels uncomfortable. It feels like there is too much material on the left side and not enough on the right side.

I noticed that the last kilt I ordered from them had almost the same problems, not to mention the wrong tartan.

I can only assume that they have had a turnover in their kiltmaking staff and their new standard is not as high quality as the kilts I purchased form them between 2001 and 2006. Their tanks are $450.00 each, and this kilt just isn't worth the money.

I have contacted them and attempted to arrange a refund/return.

Ian MacGregor

**ThreadBbdr** · 3rd May 08, 06:34 AM

How dissappointing. Sorry to hear about your trouble, and yes, it sounds like a new kiltmaker is in order....

**Riverkilt** · 3rd May 08, 11:52 AM

Don't think Lochcarron sews up the kilts. Guessing they just make the fabric.

Can't beat dealing direct with your kiltmaker...and since you're west coast add www.kathyskilts.com to your list of possible kiltmakers.

Ron

**McMurdo** · 3rd May 08, 11:58 AM

Sorry to hear about that, hopefully they can supply you with a refund, I have had great experiences with both Matt and Barb, of course the kilts from these two makes are really two different animals on one hand a 4 yard box pleat, and on the other an 8 yard knife pleat, if you decide to go with either one you will no doubt get a wonderful garment that will bring you years of wear.