narowed it down to 3

[akaussie]

G'day all, would love some opinions on the following.
Choice 1 : heavyweight stillwater (pv) $150 au
Choice 2 : handsewn 8yrd pv kilt made to fit me perfect by company over here in oz for $200
Choice 3 : ex hire (thanks for tip jimmy) kilt that meets my waist size, 8 yard wool kilt (the real deal) $300 .
My feeling is that if I had to choose between stillwater and the other pv kilt It would be worth paying the extra $50 for a perfect fit. If I choose the ex hire kilt that they tell me is in very good condition, I am concerned that it will fit ok around the waist but not hips (not much difference in the measurements in both areas on me I think I am 40inch waist 41-42 hips) so the taper could be wrong.
how easy is it to bring the hip taper in? At least with this option I can go to the store and try it on before I decide to buy it, therefore if not happy with the fit can just say no thanks or see if they will alter it for me. any info would be much aprecciated.
I have to confess that the amerikilt has not had much wear of late due to cold weather and the fact that the missus isnt too impressed with it. didnt want to push the issue especially when she was pregnant. as they say hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. and beleive me it was twice as bad when they are expecting. i am starting to agree with graham on that a tartan kilt is probably going to be the only way to get to wear a kilt to start with here in aussieland. once it is accepted then i'll start wearing (and making) plain ones.
I still want to have a go at making a kilt myself but would like a bought one so I can follow it.
Thanks to you all. Cheers Andrew