Utilikilts

[Creag]

I have an original Utilikilt in dark grey. It is solidly constructed and well designed. It doesn't look or fit quite like a traditional kilt, but it is quite comfortable and easy to get around in.

Tobus - off topic, but it is nice to know I'm not the only person out there still carrying an external frame pack. It's easier on my back.

[Hawk]

I also have two UtiliKilts. Both being "Mockers", one in dark gray, one tan. An interesting addition to the Mockers are the two front slash pockets that go inside hidden and very deep. Also, they have both back pockets. Substantial is the word for the front ones, and I never want for room to carry whatever I need.

Hawk

[okiwen]

Hey Tobus,
Interesting two buckle ranger belt. Looks good. Are those gaters you've made or found?

[Tobus]

Hey Tobus,
Interesting two buckle ranger belt. Looks good. Are those gaters you've made or found?

I made the belt, but the leggings are WWII vintage US Army surplus. I discussed them here (thread now locked due to age). I also have a shorter US Marine pattern, also WWII vintage, that you can see here. Very useful when you live in cactus/mesquite country!

I don't like wearing any kilt (including my Utilikilt) with the scrunched-down sock look or with otherwise exposed lower legs. Despite all my efforts, I just can't seem to grow my calves into any muscular shape, and they always look like bird legs. And since regular kilt hose look funny to me with a Utilikilt (not to mention they don't hold up well to working outside), I usually wear these leggings.

[Elizabeth]

For a modern utility style kilt you could look at Stump Town kilts. http://stumptownkilts.com/

Not sure if they ship overseas. I have one of their woman's kilts and I really like it!

[California Highlander]

For a modern utility style kilt you could look at Stump Town kilts. http://stumptownkilts.com/

Not sure if they ship overseas. I have one of their woman's kilts and I really like it!

I tried one of these on at the KVMR Celtic Festival in Nevada County, CA USA last year and it was pretty nice quality and the guys were very low key, friendly, and helpful. Decided to stay tartan traditional for now, but would consider a Stumptown.

Another utility style kilt that looks great online, but I've never seen one in person is the Neo Kilt. More of a traditional construction in a canvas kilt. That might be my choice if/when I go canvas.

[dutchy kilted]

I have a Workman and a Survival from Utilikilts. They are built very well but feel nothing like a "traditional" kilt. They come in handy for hiking, working, and other times when having a multitude of pockets come in handy.