1st time kilt buyer looking for advise

[Oldhiker]

Hi I usually hang out in the Lamont forum, I am new to this forum. I am getting serious about getting my first Kilt. The gang over at the Lamont Forum said I would get lots of advise here... I need it !!

I have chosen my tartan, the Lamont Ancient. After that I am still learning about my options. I think I am leaning toward the knife pleat.

How many many of you have the Lamont Ancient tartan? If any did you pleat it to the sett or stripe? pictures helpful.

[neo71665]

Welcome to the addiction from arkansas. I cant help you on much else but I love knife pleats but plan on getting a box pleat soon.

[McMurdo]

First off Oldhiker
as far as the Lamont Ancient tartan I do not have it, but I am of the mind that the tartan you choose should be meaningful to you, so good choice. I have always liked the knife pleat, it's a classic, you cant go wrong with it.

[cessna152towser]

from the Scottish Borders. My personal preference would be knife pleats which are the more usual style of pleats found on kilts but each to their own and nobody will criticise you if you opt for box pleats.

[Mike1]

Hi George, glad to see you made it.

I'll not bore you with more pictures of my own Lamont Ancient, you've doubtless seen more than you care to.

You've not given up on the 'Hawks yet, have you?

[pdcorlis]

First off - welcome to the forum George! It seems like you have some clear ideas about the kilt you are after, that will help folks provide some good advice. A few other things to consider - do you want a traditional high waisted kilt? Are you thinking of a 5 yard or the classic 8 yard kilt? Last but not least are you looking for a hand sewn or machine sewn kilt?

The good news is there are plenty of options for well made kilts - both in Scotland and here in the states. There are many gifted kiltmakers that are members of this forum - and others that forum members can suggest. Don't forget the forum search feature - it works great!

For now let me just say Welcome to the rabble!

[Oldhiker]

Hi George, glad to see you made it.

You've not given up on the 'Hawks yet, have you?

looks like it is tied 14-14 at the moment, just waiting for another Bear goof
LOL

[Livingston]

from the highlands of Colorado and to the addiction. We do have help for you with your kilt addition in our 12 step program:

Step 1. Buy kilts.
Step 2. Buy Hose.
Step 3. Buy flashes.
Step 4. Buy sporrans.
Step 5. Buy kilt pins.
Step 6. Buy fly plaids.
Step 7. Buy jackets.
Step 8. Buy sgian dubhs.
Step 9. Buy shoes.
Step 10. Learn to make kilts.
Step 11. Hang out on X-Marks.
Step 12. Repeat as necessary and have a good time with friends and family.

[ardchoille77]

I just ordered the Lamont Ancient tartan. From House of Edgar, not Lochcarron. The House Of Edgar tartan is darker green and blue, and is good as either day or evening wear. The Lamont Ancient is very light colored from lochcarron, because they have a very natural dye. You might want to get a swatch of this tartan from House Of Edgar and Lochcarron, because the colors do vary so much. Do you know how to measure for a kilt, if not here is how:

1) Waist - measure snugly around belly button; not to tight though
Give them the measurement in inches

2) Hips - measure around the widest part of your hips. Measure comfortably, because whatever you get, add 1 1/2 to 2 inches to measurement. You want this loose because you want a nice swing in your kilt.

Give them the measurement for hips including the 1 1/2 to 2 inches in inches

3) Length - top of your belly button to either top of knee or middle of knee while standing ( Have someone measure you for this).

Give them the measurement in inches and also say "Finished Length"

When you get ready to order, call Dunedin Scottish in Tampa, Florida and request to have Susan make this kilt for you. Also ask about yaradage and also price. 1-800-237-5836 ask for Darryl or Jim. Before you give them your final measurements, double check 2 or 3 times. Once the order has been submitted, they can't change it. I wish you good luck on your first kilt, because it is a feeling you will never experience again.

Mike

To the sett is what people normally have their kilt pleated

To the stripe is more what the military and highland regiments wear it, but you can order it either way

[Oldhiker]

Livingston, thanks for 12 step program, I am just going to be a recreational kilt user. I won't get hooked... haha

ardchoille77, thanks for the advise on the different mills. I had looked at the online catalog and noticed that but assumed it was just the photos. I think the brighter is what I want?? but then again I have only switched my mind 20times today. Are you a Lamont? If so you might want to check out my website. Lots of Lamont history, pictures, genealogy and DNA.
http://www.lamont-young.com/lamont/

thanks for all the help gang!!