New Kilt from Bob

**English Bloke** · 22nd February 12, 08:22 PM

Well, apologies for the delay in getting this posted. My life seems to be extraordinarily busy at the moment.

And so.... My wife bought me a new Kilt for Christmas and I have to say, it is a beaut!! It's a made to measure, machine sewn, 8 yard, 16oz in Black Watch Weathered (Lochcarron Stome). I bought it from a chap called Bob Chalmers who has the ebay presence of Bobilishious. I've bought a number of Kilts from him now, both made to measure and ex hire, and I have not yet been disappointed. His made to measure Kilts arrive in a timely fashion, are very well constructed and a value that I don't think can be beaten.

I've been after one of these for a long time and almost pulled the trigger on one a couple of years ago but a minor crisis consumed my available readies so I was chuffed when I spotted this for somewhat less than I was going to pay then.

Anyway. Pictures were taken during a night out with chums so you might notice the odd drink in shot. My mate Doublewood is wearing an 8 yard, 13oz, hand sewn in Gunn Weathered (Lochcarron Braeriach). A recent aquisition of his (2nd hand via ebay).

My wife and I flanked by friends Gary and Lisa.

(Wifey step out, Dave step in...) Me and Doublewood Dave... and Gary... and Lisa.

Closer look...

Bit less flash glare, bit more like it actually is... Different occasion too for the eagle eyed.

They are beautiful Kilts both... but I like mine better.

That's the good news. The bad news is, My wife tells me that this is my LAST Kilt. She thinks 21 is enough and we have better things to spend our money on in these tough times. She's right of course so I'll bow to her greater wisdom. I'll still be out and about wearing my Kilts and submitting occasional reports of my adventures. I just don't need any new ones for at least 300 years! Apparently

**Jaeson** · 22nd February 12, 09:21 PM

Nice kilt! Do you have a contact for him?

**knotty** · 22nd February 12, 09:44 PM

Originally Posted by English Bloke

... I just don't need any "new" ones ...

... Then ex hires & used are ok?

Very nice. I like that Black Watch Weathered.

**knotty** · 22nd February 12, 09:47 PM

Originally Posted by Jaeson

Nice kilt! Do you have a contact for him?

heres Bobs contact info http://stores.ebay.com/Kilt-and-High...upplies?_rdc=1

**pascs** · 22nd February 12, 11:04 PM

The Black Watch weathered is a great looking tartan, I was also looking at that one on ebay for many days but glad to see it went to a good and worthy home

**CMcG** · 23rd February 12, 03:12 AM

Originally Posted by English Bloke

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That's the good news. The bad news is, My wife tells me that this is my LAST Kilt. She thinks 21 is enough and we have better things to spend our money on in these tough times. She's right of course so I'll bow to her greater wisdom. I'll still be out and about wearing my Kilts and submitting occasional reports of my adventures. I just don't need any new ones for at least 300 years! Apparently

Congrats on the new kilt. As for the bad news, I recommend starting to buy kilts and related paraphernalia for friends or relatives. That helps me to satisfy any errant desires to purchase and also makes for more kilted companions

**McClef** · 23rd February 12, 03:13 AM

The word "last" has a dreadful finality to it - I am sure she will come round eventually!

Great kilt!

**Chas** · 23rd February 12, 05:16 AM

Muted colours, weathered colours, earthtones - all just beautiful!

300 years! - well we've all heard that before and none of us have been killed by a wife - yet.

Regards

Chas

**English Bloke** · 24th February 12, 06:13 AM

Originally Posted by Jaeson

Nice kilt! Do you have a contact for him?

Jaeson. As knotty says, you can get him through messaging on his ebay page. He can get you any tartan you like, but not all are so heavily discounted so I'd make enquiries first.

**English Bloke** · 24th February 12, 07:39 AM

That said...

It is oft stated that every day is a learning day. One of the reasons I love X Marks is that there is a wealth of expertise, knowledge and info, and it's only a mouse click away.

I've just read through a fascinating thread regarding Kilts that are found to have been constructed without stabiliser. (clickety click).

Thought I'd try the buckle-pull test described there-in using my new Black Watch Weathered Kilt as the guinea pig.

Guess what?

Caveat emptor applies I suppose. I think this will probably prove expensive as I can't sew on a button.