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26th May 11, 09:20 AM
#11
Well, if that's the case, go for it. I bought a SWK thrifty kilt for the Warrior Dash, just because I didn't want to trash a more expensive kilt. As long as you know that it is a velcro closing (no buckles), without sewn-down pleats, it seems like a no-brainer. If you ruin it, or don't like it for some reason, you're only out $30 plus shipping...
"When I wear my Kilt, God looks down with pride and the Devil looks up with envy." --Unknown
Proud Chief of Clan Bacon. You know you want some!
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26th May 11, 09:28 AM
#12
I havent seen one in person yet, could one sew the pleats down themselves?
[-[COLOR="DimGray"]Floreat Majestas[/COLOR]-|-[COLOR="Red"]Semper Vigilans[/COLOR]-|-[COLOR="Navy"]Aut Pax Aut Bellum[/COLOR]-|-[I][B]Go mbeannai Dia duit[/B][/I]-]
[COLOR="DarkGreen"][SIZE="2"]"I consider looseness with words no less of a defect than looseness of the bowels."[/SIZE][/COLOR] [B]- John Calvin[/B]
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26th May 11, 09:37 AM
#13
Why not give it a shot? I have the same issue with height - 6'6", and after investing in some fine kilts that are 25.5" on the drop I've gone back to buying kilts in a 24" length. My reasoning is that at my height I feel better wearing my kilt a little lower - having it sit at my "jeans" waist and hit at the top of the knee seems to make me look not so "disproportionate" - so abnormally tall ;>)
I can't think of a better way to see if you might be comfortable with a shorter length than with this as an affordable test...
I will mention that when I invest in a tank I still go for the 25.5" length as these get more formal wear, but you've mentioned that you have a dressier kilt; if this is a casual option you might find that you like this drop, how it looks on you, and that wearing a kilt at the same waistline as your pants might be more comfortable when casual.
Good luck and let us know,
Kevin
Kilted in Denver
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26th May 11, 10:19 AM
#14
Well, I gave in and made the purchase! I will let you guys know how it goes, and I will post pictures for sure! 
[-[COLOR="DimGray"]Floreat Majestas[/COLOR]-|-[COLOR="Red"]Semper Vigilans[/COLOR]-|-[COLOR="Navy"]Aut Pax Aut Bellum[/COLOR]-|-[I][B]Go mbeannai Dia duit[/B][/I]-]
[COLOR="DarkGreen"][SIZE="2"]"I consider looseness with words no less of a defect than looseness of the bowels."[/SIZE][/COLOR] [B]- John Calvin[/B]
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26th May 11, 10:23 AM
#15
is it there yet?
no?
how bout now?
Daft Wullie, ye do hae the brains o’ a beetle, an’ I’ll fight any scunner who says different!
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26th May 11, 10:37 AM
#16
 Originally Posted by Tony
is it there yet?
no?
how bout now?
Funny, but so true. 
"When I wear my Kilt, God looks down with pride and the Devil looks up with envy." --Unknown
Proud Chief of Clan Bacon. You know you want some!
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26th May 11, 10:39 AM
#17
Originally Posted by Burly Brute
I havent seen one in person yet, could one sew the pleats down themselves?
You might try...I'd just poke my finger 'till they were bloody. I think you're better off just leaving them.
"When I wear my Kilt, God looks down with pride and the Devil looks up with envy." --Unknown
Proud Chief of Clan Bacon. You know you want some!
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26th May 11, 10:54 AM
#18
Originally Posted by Tony
is it there yet?
no?
how bout now?
Haha i know? That is one advantage to ordering a kilt that isn't fitted, should be here in a week!!!
[-[COLOR="DimGray"]Floreat Majestas[/COLOR]-|-[COLOR="Red"]Semper Vigilans[/COLOR]-|-[COLOR="Navy"]Aut Pax Aut Bellum[/COLOR]-|-[I][B]Go mbeannai Dia duit[/B][/I]-]
[COLOR="DarkGreen"][SIZE="2"]"I consider looseness with words no less of a defect than looseness of the bowels."[/SIZE][/COLOR] [B]- John Calvin[/B]
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26th May 11, 10:55 AM
#19
Originally Posted by azwildcat96
You might try...I'd just poke my finger 'till they were bloody. I think you're better off just leaving them.
A lot of wisdom there, a kilt with sewed pleats won't do me any good if I can't put it on because I have lost the use of my fingers.
[-[COLOR="DimGray"]Floreat Majestas[/COLOR]-|-[COLOR="Red"]Semper Vigilans[/COLOR]-|-[COLOR="Navy"]Aut Pax Aut Bellum[/COLOR]-|-[I][B]Go mbeannai Dia duit[/B][/I]-]
[COLOR="DarkGreen"][SIZE="2"]"I consider looseness with words no less of a defect than looseness of the bowels."[/SIZE][/COLOR] [B]- John Calvin[/B]
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26th May 11, 11:33 AM
#20
Originally Posted by Burly Brute
A lot of wisdom there, a kilt with sewed pleats won't do me any good if I can't put it on because I have lost the use of my fingers.
With my Thrifty I "Wonder Webbed" the pleats down and put just one line of stitching across the bottom, worked fine.
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