kilt repair

[azhiker]

Where can i get a kilt repaired in phoenix,az? one of the arms of the buckle (the thing that goes through the holes) broke off.

[MacMillans son]

Not sure about a kilt maker in Phoenix, but a reputable alteration shop should be able to put a new buckle on for you. The challenge, where ever you go, may be matching the replacement buckle to the remaining one(s). Though would likely only matter if it was one of a pair on the right side for instance, where visual comparison could be made. .

I believe we have some members in the Phoenix area who may have some more area specific input.

Best of luck, and by the way, Welcome Aboard from Roseville California!

[azhiker]

Thanks Mac,

I figured a seamstress could do it. I always wear whatever shirt i am wearing out anyway so it covers the buckles up. Used to tuck my shirt in all the time but nowadays no one does and i kind of like it that way.

Ordered my kilt a little shorter than most for the warm temps of phoenix. If i like this one i will order an even shorter one for next summers heat.

Scott

[tulloch]

Sounds like the gdingus that is part of the buckle and usually a heavy wire like coat hanger wire broke off and I would, before trying to get an expensive repair, would get a coat hanger, pliers and a file; try to fabricate something. Or maybe I haven't a clue what your predicament is. Good luck.

[azhiker]

well the company is sending me a label to return it so they can fix it, but i hate to give it up as i love it and want to wear it. i figured i could take it somewhere local and get it fixed.

[Riverkilt]

Be it an "inexpensive" kilt or a hand sewn "tank?" You might see if you can contact that pipe band down in Mesa and ask them who repairs their kilts.

[azhiker]

pipe band? i am not familiar with them?

[Riverkilt]

Here are some bands in the Valley you might contact to see who does their kilt repair work.

Mesa Caledonia http://www.mcpb.org/

Phoenix Scottish http://phoenixscottish.tripod.com/

Glendale Police http://www.glendaleaz.com/police/pipesanddrums.cfm

Tempe Police http://www.tempe.gov/policevolunteer...ngops-band.htm

Don't know if it'll turn up someone, but it can't hurt to ask.

[Riverkilt]

Forgot - and I have their t-shirt....Chandler Fire Dept also has a pipes and drums group.

http://chandleraz.gov/default.aspx?pageid=913

[AZ Viking]

Have you tried Tandy Leather for a repair/replacement buckle. They have a few stores around the valley.

There is one kilt shop in Scottsdale. They might also be able to help.