Belts

[toadinakilt]

Oi, I'm cheap and stingy, I admit it.
I wanted to order the Stillwater with a few accesories so I'd have a complete outfit, especially if it's going to be a special-occasions-only outfit...but I HATE to shell out $30 for a belt.

Where can I find a thick belt for cheap? The ironic thing is I'd rather go for a cheap belt, but I don't mind the idea of modifying it with a $45 dollar buckle later...

I looked down here in Mexico for a belt, but they don't have anything over like an inch and a quarter...I did pick up a sweet shirt that will do just dandy for semi-formal wear...

[GatorUK]

Just google kilt belts. Probably not going to find a lot for under $30, but I did notice an embossed celtic leather belt that appeared to be 2.25" wide at kiltstore.net for about $23.

[jjoseph]

The adjustable belt stillwater sells is both wide and thick, although the buckle is a bit too "chrome" looking for my tastes. The celtic knot pattern is unobtrusive but a nice touch. It's worth the price I think and the added bonus is that it's MADE so that the buckles can be swapped if you have different ones for different occasions.

[Alan H]

Check your local hardware store for a wide leather work belt. Dye it black and you're in like Flint. You can leave it "natural" colored, too, if you want a brown belt.

[Archangel]

places like Tandy Leather can accomplish both for you.

[Riverkilt]

Think the price is ballpark what you don't wanna pay but AmeriKilt has a very good belt, great value for me. Comes in black. You can ask for, and get brown.

Ron

[Blu (Ontario)]

Oi, ...but I HATE to shell out $30 for a belt...

Holy Cow...I thought that was cheap! I've paid $40 and more just for a buckle!

[Christopher]

If you're willing to spend a bit more, there's this guy named Edward (Art) Spelman that has these great kilt belts made specifically for you via an Amish tack shop in his area. His belts cost about $120 but they're really awsome! They're very thick, studded and have built in utility rings for a dirk or sword frog, etc. He offers three sizes... 2 and 3/4 inches, 3 inches, or 4 inches wide and they come in either Black with silver studs/furniture or brown with brass studs/furniture. I have both a black and a brown one (both 3 inches wide) and couldn't be happier with them. They're very impressive and I get lots of compliments while wearing them. They also work well for either formal or casual atire. He has an ebay auction where you can find more info on the belts...search for McCracken Kilt Belt and it will come up. I know this is more than you wanted to spend, but I really feel they're a quality item and they come with a large D-ring buckle so no need to spend the extra $45 on a buckle later.