Originally Posted by
RGM1
Ask about their Premier style which they outsource to Scotland.
Actually, on USA Kilts's website, they state plainly in their description of their "Premier" 8 yard kilts that they produce them themselves at their own shop. Here's the text of that:
Our reputation is built upon the beauty, comfort and durability of these premium kilts. In fact, we are known for over-building essential parts: Extra-strong embossed leather for the straps, Reinforced stitching on all stress points. Attention to every detail. And by making them here in the USA, we actually bring the cost to you down.
It's my understanding that the very first kilt they made for me WAS outsourced to Gaelic Themes, but only because they had too many orders of backlog to get it done on time. I never verified that, but on their monthly YouTube session they make it clear that the pleats on their own 8 yd premier kilts are machine stitched (but from the backside so that the stitches do not show).
But, checking on this on their website, I discovered something I'd not seen before, which is what they charge for one-off "custom" kilts when that includes custom tartan design and or weaving of a rare tartan. Makes me glad that there ARE > 40 varieties of "Robertson" fabric readily available! But I'm also confident that the elevated price ($1485) accurately reflects their cost to make such garments.
They've promised to give me a tour of their facility. Unfortunately, I'll be there on a "first Friday" (of the month), the day they do their You Tube live shows, so they'll likely be pretty busy.
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