On a calculated whim, this July, 'purcased one each Stillwater Thrifty-Kilt, Economy Kilt and Standard, the total about $180.

In this opinion, one receives precisely what was paid for, a Pakistan-made acrylic suitable for knocking about without regard to if it will get stained or roughed up. The Thrifty proved a perfect garment for Chicago in the summer, temps in the mid-upper 80s and humidity in the 70s.

'Twill be interesting to see how the other two weather the coming seasons.