To Courtmount, I think the reason why people are questioning your view, is simply that you are taking on the role of speaking for Scottish Kilt wearers, you might or might not be correct, but the point is that if anyone wants to wear a flat hat with a kilt , that is their choice. You constantly seem to be stating that "unhyphenated Scots" (your words) think that a flat cap is wrong, so be it, if that is what you think, but I believe that we have all got your message, so perhaps it's time to let this thread be retired?