Well...
on with the jonesing... now I am thinking a set of brogues would be a good addition... I have just been wearing boots, or cheap-o dress shoes with my kilts, and it doesn't really look bad... but some brogues would really be nice.

I am thinking that I could get a pair from What Price Glory. Sure, they're used, but if they are in excellent shape, it isn't as much of a concern. Price is the lowest there that I have seen.

If past experience with other military good shows me anything, they should be tough as nails. I had an old pair of combat boots that my father gave me. He wore them before I did, and I wore them for years, including some seriously hard use (construction work, digging up utility lines, off roading, you name it, I wore them forever), and they were STILL in one piece when I outgrew them.

Anyone ever get a set of brogues from WPG? They are within my budget range, and I should be able to fit a size 12 UK (size 13 U.S.). If they come with a heavy coat of polish, then a little elbow work should get them looking nice again.

Anyone have any other sources for durable brogues, within a $50-$100 price range? I am thinking WPG cause I am buying a kilt and some hose from there within a week's time, so if that is the case, I might as well spring for the shoes at the same time. I am even curious as to my chest size, as the wool cutaway jackets would make a warm addition to the kilt for the colder months.

Any input is appreciated, as always.