Heritage of Scotland

**Colin** · 25th May 06, 09:45 AM

Ok, so I know the reviews of the kilts have been hit and miss for this company, but what about their other products. I am thinking about ordering a few clothing items and other accesories. Has anyone dealth with them and had a pleasant or negative experience? Again, I am not ordering a kilt, but other products. I know the Gold Brother stores have not been well received, so I thought I would put it out there for opinions.

**David Thornton** · 25th May 06, 05:28 PM

Colin
They made me two kilts and a jacket. I couldn't be happier, frankly I wish we had the money to order another. Both kilts were spot on.
Email communication seems to be a bit haphazard, but that is close to a negative as you will get out of me. Phone calls were pleasant, representatives were very helpful.
David

**bjcustard** · 25th May 06, 05:55 PM

When I was in Edinburgh last year, I walked through a couple of their stores. Some of the items were very nice, others notsomuch. The rule of thumb seemed to follow the "get what you pay for" standard.

When I won one of their auctions on eBay (a cheap skirt for my wife), they sent me the wrong size. When I wanted them to exchange it for the correct size, they said their policy was I had to return it at my cost, and then they'd send me the correct one "when they could". I filed a complaint with eBay, and they did not respond to it. EBay refunded my money.

I can't imagine anything they're selling (that is any good) can't be found somewhere else. If I was in the store, I might buy it. Through the mail? Not again...

**highlander_Daz** · 27th May 06, 02:01 AM

I would avoid these guys, ive heard horror stories about wrong sizes/items/ refunds not forthcoming etc. the shops sell tat, and they are not Scots who run this operation.

stick the North of st andrews or Avance Highland,

**Hamish** · 27th May 06, 09:35 AM

Originally Posted by highlander_Daz

I would avoid these guys, ive heard horror stories about wrong sizes/items/ refunds not forthcoming etc. the shops sell tat, and they are not Scots who run this operation.

stick the North of st andrews or Avance Highland,

Perfect advice, Daz. Having seen for myself the piles of tat stacked in their shops, I certainly would not wish to order from them on-line!

**bangkok kilt** · 28th May 06, 11:32 PM

I've actually had a good experience with this company. I've purchased 3 casual kilts as they are CHEAP from them and are fine for casual wear. I've also purchased some hose, belt, buckle, shirts, ghillies. . . basically my whole outfit. They are quick to ship, and I haven't had to return anything so i can't help you there. They are quick to reply to any inquiries, and the free international shipping isn't bad (although i've paid for fedex since I live in Turkey and don't trust the mail system here).

**Paul** · 21st July 09, 03:21 AM

HoS is great. I've bought shirts, ties, flashes, a towel, flags etc. off of them from a few different orders. It's always arrived in good time and they've always helped me - like when I phoned asking for info on sizes.
I'd recommend them... although check their ebay account first as you might get your stuff a bit cheaper:
http://myworld.ebay.co.uk/heritageofscotland-net

**Rollo** · 21st July 09, 03:36 AM

Heather, personaly, I had a good experience !

**ForresterModern** · 21st July 09, 02:32 PM

I too so far have had nothing but good experiences with ordering on line from HoS---three custom built heavyweight wool kilts, one tweed jacke/waistcoat, one pair tan ghillie brogues, and two lengths of heavyweight wool tartan fabric(both of which ended up being custom made from the mill) at prices far below other vendors. Two of the kilts were a bit big but easily adjusted and the third spot on, once I got better measurements to them. I have also bought other smaller items.

As others have stated, there is a lot of tat both in their shops and in their online store, including many of the pre- made kilts which may be made of PV rather than wool, but if you are a conscientious shopper who looks over the items listings in detail before ordering, I don't think there is anything wrong with ordering items from them. You do get what you pay for, but by judiciously watching for special sales/discounts and paying attention to what you are ordering you should have no problems.