Question about my SWK

[Tommie]

i'm 5'7" and the SWK length fits fine by me. My Irish Nat and Black Watch Econ's hang just past the knees.

Thats strange because im 5-11 and the SWK also fit just below my knees.
I prefer mine just above the knee so I have them taken up about two inches.

It has to be that just some people have longer or shorter legs and be the same height.

[Monkey@Arms]

I'm 5'7" and I had my SWK taken up one inch to 23" so it would be at the top of my knee. Body type, proportion, and how high you wear it make a big difference.

Best regards,

Jake

[Alaskan Kilted Guy]

Honestly that sounds like it could be right. Height is one factor but so are body shape and proportions, however photos would help to see how it really is.

I believe you are correct. We all have different body porportions, so a photo would be best. I will try to have one up tomorrow.

[Ozman1944]

I'm 5'8 And my SWK all fit. I reckon it's body proportion.

Stillwater Saffron

[keith_b]

Has anyone hemmed an SWK heavyweight? Is it possible or would it hang weird because of the weight of the wool? I've got the Lamont Weathered and length-wise it's about mid-knee or a little higher than that, but I'd like it to the top of the knee. Thoughts?

[McNulty]

Keith
I'm having three SWKs altered next week, one of which is a heavyweight. I'm having them hemmed to 22''. I like to wear my kilts high. I'll let you all know when I get them back how the hem looks on the heavyweight and show some pix.
Nulty

[keith_b]

Perfect! Thanks Nulty.

[SteveB]

My SWK's fit great at 24". I am 6'1" but have real short legs. So wearing the kilt at the naval brings it to the top of the knee where I like it. See SWK Irish National in upper left corner. I have a casual that rides at p***s waist that is only 20" long and sits mid-knee. One of my friends is 6'2" and is all legs, wears a 27" casual kilt and a traditional at 29.5" long. We are all built a wee bit different.
--- Steve

[Alaskan Kilted Guy]

Ok, next question. The hemming seems to have done the trick, (pics forthcoming.) Will the folks at SWK hem it for me? It says not on the site, but I know they are tops when it comes to customer service.....