poly-viscose kilt?

[LongShanks]

I have never owned a cheep kilt nor have I ever seen on. The Question: Do poly-viscose kilts look lit poly or is it wool like.

[crsbryan]

If you get a good quality one, they look and feel very good. I have a few casual kilts from USA Kilts, and while you'd never confuse one for a heavy weight wool, they are high quality material. I'm sure you can find some poorer examples, but a reputable maker with material from a good mill will make a fine kilt.

[Riverkilt]

In all the years I've worn poly-viscose (polyester and rayon) think I've only had one person, a seamstress, question the material and she liked it.

Its not wool looking but the tartans are so sharp you don't notice it. It certainly holds up better and looks more wool-like that poly-cotton.

Here are some close ups that may help you.

[rondo]

I own 2 PV kilts, both from USA Kilts, both Semi-traditional, from 5 feet away no one can tell they are PV. Also, since they can be machine washed I am more confident wearing them most places where I might worry wearing a wool tank.
Rondo
Holyrood

US Navy

[The Wizard of BC]

Please remember that all the kilts you see advertised on the web as P/V may not actually be P/V. The term P/V is short for a blend on Polyester and Viscose or what in N. America is known as Rayon.

So P/V is actually a Polyester/Rayon blend.

There is only one weaving company in the world that weaves a kilt quality Poly/Rayon blend and that company is Marton Mills who are located just NW of Leeds England.

All the Poly/Rayon woven by Marton Mills is 12oz per linear yard, double-width. For an 8 yard kilt the fabric alone will cost you just about $100.00 us dollars.

If you see a kilt advertised as costing $100.00 and they say it is P/V, I'm sorry, it's not. If they are advertising 16oz P/V, again, I'm sorry but that is just not true.

I have handled a lot of kilts advertised as P/V that are actually Acrylic or a Polyester/Acrylic blend. None of them come close to the true Marton Mills P/V.

Right now, Rocky at USA Kilts and myself are two of the very few dealing with Marton Mills P/V. I guarantee that there will be more in the future.

[Kylahullu]

Please remember that all the kilts you see advertised on the web as P/V may not actually be P/V. The term P/V is short for a blend on Polyester and Viscose or what in N. America is known as Rayon.

So P/V is actually a Polyester/Rayon blend.

There is only one weaving company in the world that weaves a kilt quality Poly/Rayon blend and that company is Marton Mills who are located just NW of Leeds England.

All the Poly/Rayon woven by Marton Mills is 12oz per linear yard, double-width. For an 8 yard kilt the fabric alone will cost you just about $100.00 us dollars.

If you see a kilt advertised as costing $100.00 and they say it is P/V, I'm sorry, it's not. If they are advertising 16oz P/V, again, I'm sorry but that is just not true.

I have handled a lot of kilts advertised as P/V that are actually Acrylic or a Polyester/Acrylic blend. None of them come close to the true Marton Mills P/V.

Right now, Rocky at USA Kilts and myself are two of the very few dealing with Marton Mills P/V. I guarantee that there will be more in the future.

How does Viscose Rayon, Acetate Fibre mixture compare with this?
Buyakilt.com tells their "budget kilts" are made with "British woven tartan cloth", 65% Viscose Rayon, 35% Acetate Fibre.
They do not mention the actual weight of the fabric but tell: "As well as the weight of fabric, this kilt has all the features of a traditional kilt..."

[Bohica]

I would agree that only the best such as Freedom Kilts Or USAk using the high grade Marton Mills combined with their incredible skills are the only way to go if you can afford it. You only get what you pay for after all. On the other hand I have a few from HOS advertised as 16 once PV (which does not exist) but as a daily wear casual they serve me well. Of course I am still jonesing badly for my tank from Rocky in Law Enforcement Memorial.

[Rachel]

How does Viscose Rayon, Acetate Fibre mixture compare with this?
Buyakilt.com tells their "budget kilts" are made with "British woven tartan cloth", 65% Viscose Rayon, 35% Acetate Fibre.
They do not mention the actual weight of the fabric but tell: "As well as the weight of fabric, this kilt has all the features of a traditional kilt..."

I hope I can help on behalf of buyakilt.com as a member of staff. The listings for budget kilts are currently being updated as these are all made in China, the cloth is woven in China as well. Marton Mills are used for some of our fabric, but generally for our traditional wool kilts rather than budget. The cloth used is heavy, whilst I don't have an exact weight the kilt will be heavier than a 13oz kilt. Viscose Rayon is the same thing, perhaps it should say Viscose/Rayon. The acetate in the fabric makes it a lot softer than the polyester that used to be used.

As previous posts have mentioned to the untrained eye the kilts look very similar, many people do not notice the difference. We have many good reviews on the site if you want to check them out. We don't edit these so it's all honest feedback. The heavy weight of the fabric and stitched pleats ensure the kilts hang and wear well.

On a personal note my partner has been wearing a budget kilt for many years as his wool kilt is a little on the tight size. His parents haven't noticed the difference and they still believe he has the same waist as on his 21st birthday.

[Livercunian]

There are all kinds of PV kilts out there ranging in quality,I started of with PV,there are lots of tartans to choose from,they are durable and great for daily wear.
I have now invested in a British Army issue A&SH Kilt and there is obviously no comparison,because I regularly wear a kilt it is good to have everyday kilts so as not to ruin my best one.
you can buy PV kilts online for peanuts,but I would suggest spending up to £100,that way you will have a good quality durable alternative.