Quote Originally Posted by Barb T View Post
All of the regimental weight tartan that I've made kilts from is not just slightly heavier in weight but also very different in hand - very "blankety". That comes from the way the fabric is finished, not just the size of the threads used.
Indeed, the kiltmaker who altered my military MacKenzie Seaforth kilt described it as "22 ounce blanketweave", common, apparently among older kilts.