I have two UT Kilts, both utilities and one a PV Royal Stewart. I can't speak for heat retention during colder temps but the construction is good and the sizing is accurate. And I agree... pub kilts. Not that there's anything wrong with that. For not much more $$, there's other options available to you. Search the vendors here before you pull the trigger.

(If the bug really bites you, there'll be plenty more in your future...)