Proper Kilt Pin Placement

[Bryan]

This has probably been done to death on the boards, but I have to ask. I've worn a kilt for a while now, not everyday like you lads and lassies, but on certain special occasions. I usually wear my kilt pin on the front apron only (naturally!) and anywhere from 1/4 to 1/3 up from the bottom.

My question is, is there a rule for the proper placement of the pin or is anywhere on the bottom half near the edge acceptable? And while we're at it, IS there a proper distance away from the frayed edge?

[ccga3359]

I've heard 2" from the side, 4" from the bottom. Then again it could depend on the size and shape. Go by eye.

[arrogcow]

This is kind of hart do explain, but ...

I stand with my legs about shoulder width apart. The pin goes dead center over the front of my right leg (adjusted slightly if there is a dominant thread near by - less than 1/4" - to center on). Bottom of the pin right at the top of the hollow before the top of the knee.

Adam
I'd post a pic, but I can't find a single one that shows a pin

[James MacMillan]

OK - Since you asked, here is the definitive answer. All other answers are wrong!

Bottom of kilt pin is 3 11/16" from lower edge and exactly 3" from right edge, unless the pattern of the tartan makes the pin look weird, then start adding and subtracting 3/16" from right and bottom edges until it feels right........

Got it?

[Bryan]

OK - Since you asked, here is the definitive answer. All other answers are wrong!

Bottom of kilt pin is 3 11/16" from lower edge and exactly 3" from right edge, unless the pattern of the tartan makes the pin look weird, then start adding and subtracting 3/16" from right and bottom edges until it feels right........

Got it?

Is that sarcasm I detect?

[Mr. MacDougall]

Is that sarcasm I detect?

Of course not. Marines have no sense of humor I've been able to detect.

[Jock Scot]

I've heard 2" from the side, 4" from the bottom. Then again it could depend on the size and shape. Go by eye.

Good advice there.

[Bob C]

I wear mine about 3" up and 3" in, at an intersection of lines.

[davedove]

Basically, unless you are wearing the kilt as part of a uniform, there are no regulations about the placement of the pin.

Basically, put it in the general region of the lower corner of the outer apron. Then just eyeball it to where it looks best based on the tartan.

Mine tend to be a few inches up from the botton and a couple from the side, adjusted based on the tartan.

[Coemgen]

I keep mine about and inch or so from each edge.

I think this is a case of "to each his own."