New to the board.

**cavscout** · 5th June 07, 06:16 AM

Welcome to the neighborhood

Matt makes some very good points.

The urge to buy the most economical (inexpensive) kilt is very tempting. Everyone here gets a jolt when a kiltmaker shows up with a cheaper price. However, most folks who want to make a wise purchase realize, that there are many factors that go into a quality kilt. Studying and learning about these factors on this forum will ensure that when you do buy a kilt it will be a quality garment that will last for a very long time and look great. I can assure you, you will not regret paying a bit more for a kilt that is well made, looks great and is a pleasure to wear.

The key is....DO NOT run out and buy the first kilt you stumble on!! Do some studying here first and you will appreciate the craftsmanship of the kiltmaker and that 100 to 500 purchase will not seem unreasonable.

**BEEDEE** · 5th June 07, 06:17 AM

from coastal North Carolina

Brian

**Panache** · 5th June 07, 06:29 AM

Welcome to the Forum from sunny California!

Cheers

Jamie

**Ozman1944** · 5th June 07, 06:54 AM

Welcome to the gang from Burbank/Sun Valley CA!
Stillwater Kilts are perfect for a 'Dipping of the Toe' into the murky realm of Kilt Addiction, from which there is no return- or the bright land of Final Freedom and Male Emancipation from the Tyranny of Trousers" - Choose which Doctrine to embrace.
USA Kilts & Utilikilts are a modernized version of a kilt, not made of tartan but solid colors, Pockets instead of Sporran etc.great for casual wear.
Even with the Tartans, most folk have no idea as to Kilt Protocol, so you can get away with practically anything (unless attending a genuine Celtic/Highland formal event). Kilt with T-shirt, Menzies Tartan with Stewart Fly Plaid (ugh!) Kilt with sneakers, Sandals, Work Boots etc. It's the 21st Cent. in a non-celtic country (USA) set your own tone/fashion statement.

Oddly enough, unlike most first timers being a bit nervous, donning the Kilt was like a shot of Testosterone for me - like I grew an extra pair. I went stomping off to a formal BBQ in my Blackwatch. Then butched it up at Ralphs Supermarket in my USAK the next day. It felt totally natural-and comfy- No sniggers, or snide comments. A big hit at the BBQ, and "great Kilt" at Ralphs from a guy sweating in coveralls, and applause from the women in the tobacco store. Enjoy!