Typically you are forced to choose between high quality and affordability. Well, not necessarily. We have found what we believe to be a good compromise between quality and budget in the Glenmore kilt hose.



These hose are made by the same people who make our very popular Lewis Hose line. They are made from the same ultra-comfy merino wool blend as the Lewis hose are, and are just as easy to care for (machine wash in cold water, gentle cycle -- air dry).

Unlike the Lewis hose, they do not feature the reinforced foot (which extends the life of the hose) and the knit seems to be just a tad looser. It feels like these are a thinner sock, which may be a plus for those looking for a comfy and cool wearing hose in the summer months.

Best part is, at $22.95, the retail price is even less than our standard kilt hose.

We thought we'd give this product a try, and so right now we only have a few pair on hand in one color only, "ancient green," which is the color shown in the pic above.

They are not yet listed in our on-line catalog, but I've set up an order page here:
http://giftshop.scottishtartans.org/hose_glenmore.htm

I'd like to encourage people to order a pair and post your reviews and remarks here. If they seem to be popular, I'll order a larger stock in the full range of colors, which would include ecru, black, charcoal, ancient green, ancient blue and lovat blue.

So... for those of you who have been looking for a cool hose for warm weather, or a pair of economy hose for affordability, but still want nice quality and made in Scotland, here it is!