Jerry I don't know how you did it. I've had it for less than two months but every time I wear it I love my Black Watch wool economy kilt more. I know it is missing some of the traditional internal structure and the straps could be heftier, but dang this is a great kilt for the money. I'm sorry I didn't pull the trigger when the Leatherneck was in my size. I hope you get a chance to produce more of these in other tartans. Thanks for a great offering.