D.C. Dalgleish

[Nick Fiddes]

Another vote for Dalgleish here, but be advised that they only deal with the trade, retail enquiries are dealt with through Scotweb/Tartan Web

As Matt says, any reputable kilt maker can supply Dalgliesh fabrics. Although we now own the mill after rescuing it last year, D.C. Dalgliesh will continue to supply any trade customer. But we did introduce a more rigorous 'trade only' rule, to protect the supply chain, as is normal in most manufacturing industries.

Also, can I point out that our retail operation is now named Scotweb Tartan Mill. Tartan Web is another company entirely.

[Paul Henry]

As Matt says, any reputable kilt maker can supply Dalgliesh fabrics. Although we now own the mill after rescuing it last year, D.C. Dalgliesh will continue to supply any trade customer. But we did introduce a more rigorous 'trade only' rule, to protect the supply chain, as is normal in most manufacturing industries.

Also, can I point out that our retail operation is now named Scotweb Tartan Mill. Tartan Web is another company entirely.

Sorry about the Tartan Web mistake, I knew of course it was Tartan Mill. (corrected on my original post now)

The reason I mentioned about the trade only from Dalgleish was that I wasn't sure if the OP was keen on sourcing the tartan himself, but of course any good kilt maker will be happy to work with Dalgleish.

[M. A. C. Newsome]

I have a special weave 15oz Dalgliesh and nice though it is, after much deliberation, including some discussion regarding superior selvage on here, I have to say I prefer Lochcarron Strome. I find the Dalgliesh fabric creases really easily whereas the Strome (and others) does not. Might be idiosyncratic to my piece and their stock tartans may be fine... Dunno, I just prefer Kilts you can sit down in.

I own, and wear frequently, kilts made from both Dalgliesh heavy weight cloth as well as Lochcarron heavy weight cloth. I like them both, and honestly have not noticed any discernible difference in how they wear, or how often I have to re-press the kilt or iron out wrinkles (which is hardly ever in both cases).

Sorry to hear you have not found this to be true in your own kilt.

[artificer]

I have a special weave 15oz Dalgliesh and nice though it is, after much deliberation, including some discussion regarding superior selvage on here, I have to say I prefer Lochcarron Strome. I find the Dalgliesh fabric creases really easily whereas the Strome (and others) does not. Might be idiosyncratic to my piece and their stock tartans may be fine... Dunno, I just prefer Kilts you can sit down in.

Odd,
I've only worn my custom weave a few times, but much sitting was involved (both car, meeting, and bar) and I didn't notice any creasing at all.

Bad batch on your part, maybe? Or was it a "caught in the rain" situation?

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[creagdhubh]

I have a special weave 15oz Dalgliesh and nice though it is, after much deliberation, including some discussion regarding superior selvage on here, I have to say I prefer Lochcarron Strome. I find the Dalgliesh fabric creases really easily whereas the Strome (and others) does not. Might be idiosyncratic to my piece and their stock tartans may be fine... Dunno, I just prefer Kilts you can sit down in.

I adore Strome tartan too - it is such a hearty tartan that can really take a beating. I know what you mean in regards to Dalgliesh, as one of my kilts made of Dalgliesh tartabn does the same exact thing in which you speak of, John, it tends to crease quite easily in some spots, especially around the area my sporran is worn. Other kilts that I own, which are made of Lochcarron Strome, 16oz tartan, have never done this. I love the look, feel, the traditional/true selvage, and the tight weave of D.C. Dalgliesh, and their colours are superb, but I am rather fond of my Lochcarron Strome as well, which is no wonder why Lochcarron and D.C. Dalgliesh are my tartan mills of choice...bar none!

Cheers,

[Fedgunner]

I keep hearing about how good Lochcarron is, but unfortunately for me they do not make the tartan I am looking for. The only mill I have found that makes it is D.C. Dalgleish.

Can anyone tell me if this is a good mill or not? Thank you.

I just recieved a hand sewn kilt from D.C. Dalgliesh. You can see pictures if thier weaving and construction in the Celtic Croft area.