J. Higgins Value vs USAK 5 Yard

**SunriseEarth** · 27th November 17, 11:07 AM

I'm looking at getting a kilt made in the MacNaughton Dress Modern tartan. For now, I thinking a 5 yard option would serve my needs best. I was initially thinking I should have it made by USA Kilts. However, I am wondering if the J. Higgins Value kilt might be a comparable option. The USAK kilt would probably be about $55 more; is it money well spent? How do the two compare in quality?

**Richrail** · 27th November 17, 11:23 AM

I have no dealings with J Higgins but have heard some good things. I have purchased 9 kilts from USAkilts and all of them are wonderful. It is also nice to deal with an advertiser here, USAkilts are easy to contact via Xmarks or by phone or email.

**ASinclair** · 27th November 17, 04:27 PM

I purchased a pair of red/green diced hose from J. Higgins and was very pleased with the product, price, and service. As far as kilts, I don't know (my sweetie, @carolinanan117, makes all of mine). I know from many posts to this forum, that Rocky does excellent work. For a few dollars more, I would go with USA Kilts.

**bdkilted** · 27th November 17, 04:41 PM

I don't know about their economy kilt but I've been wearing a tank from them for years. Very good workmanship.

**tpa** · 27th November 17, 05:27 PM

SunriseEarth, I cannot comment on either supplier, but as you are obviously going for a kilt suited to warmer climes, I would recommend you get a 5-6yd (depending on your girth) one made in Marton Mills PV. You can throw it in the washing machine if it gets too sweaty, but it is cool and comfortable to wear in 5yd format. The downside is that they only do the Macnaughton Muted in that material, so you would have to compromise there. Alternatively a good 5 yd wool one, provided it is not too bulky around the waist, should also fit the bill, but will be more expensive. Try to avoid cheaper far east materials if you want longevity.

**sailortats** · 27th November 17, 07:01 PM

I have two USA Kilts of varying quality, a 5 yard PV and an 8 yard 16oz wool. I am very pleased with both but obviously the wool is the better of the two. I have one 5 yard PV kilt from J. Higgins which is very much like the 5 yd, USA kilt and I am also very pleased with it. I believe you will not go wrong with either of these companies. My experience with both companies has been very satisfactory and would order from either one again.

**SunriseEarth** · 28th November 17, 07:34 PM

Originally Posted by tpa

SunriseEarth, I cannot comment on either supplier, but as you are obviously going for a kilt suited to warmer climes, I would recommend you get a 5-6yd (depending on your girth) one made in Marton Mills PV. You can throw it in the washing machine if it gets too sweaty, but it is cool and comfortable to wear in 5yd format. The downside is that they only do the Macnaughton Muted in that material, so you would have to compromise there. Alternatively a good 5 yd wool one, provided it is not too bulky around the waist, should also fit the bill, but will be more expensive. Try to avoid cheaper far east materials if you want longevity.

I would definitely be open to PV for this one, but MacNaughton Dress is only available in 13 oz wool. I really enjoy my USAK Casual in Sterling.