Who actually OWNS a Scottish hand-sewn?

[Ryan Ross]

Well, I guess I only have one "8 yard hand sewn in Scotland" kilt- it's in modern Hunting Ross (Lochcarron) and has had some major surgery done on it in the States, since a Scottish kilt maker has had their hands on it (it started life as a ten yard monster).

My other two are "4&6 yard hand sewn in North Carolina from Scottish cloth" kilts.

As per the thread's instructions, I'll note a few differences. First off- my preference is for low yardage, though I still do enjoy the look and swing of the 8 yard "tank". Lower yardage means a better balanced garment that is much more comfortable in the waist. I also find the 8 yard much hotter, in the Georgia summer, than the lower yardage kilts; that said, they both seem to keep the cold out equally, in the winter (and before anyone mentions it, yes- I have been kilted up north in the winter, and I have experienced cold before ). Lower yardage kilts are also more economical, as all that tartan yardage costs a pretty penny. I'm also not a fan of the "third buckle" that comes standard on most 8 yarders- while my 8 yard was in the OR, I asked for it to be removed, and have been glad to be rid of it (like the gallbladder, it's not really needed).

Yes, my clear preference is for a nice, heavy weight, low yardage box (or kingussie) pleated affair, with two straps, two belt loops, no fringe on the apron, and no questions asked.