Questions & Pics of my New Seaforth Box

**creagdhubh** · 7th August 12, 05:31 PM

First off, I'd like to say well done! It is a fine looking kilt with a rich history, I'm sure! By no means do I ever, or have ever, consider myself to be "Kilt Police," but I will say that the length looks a wee bit long. Perhaps an alteration may be in order at some point? That is completely up to you, obviously. I am sure some of our resident kilt-makers will chime in and lend their expertise.

Congrats mate!

**Friday** · 7th August 12, 05:41 PM

Is the kilt long or is the camera shooting at a downward angle and does not show the knee? However. I am not one who is in full agreement with the current opinion of the middle of the knee. There historical example of kilt both above and below the knee. Like women's skirt length and the stock market there are ups and downs.

**RAF** · 7th August 12, 06:01 PM

Agreed - a beautiful kilt! Looks good on you.
As others have also said, I also think you would benefit from it being about 1"+/- (?) shorter.
Although, that is always up for debate.
As far as buckling up, if you don't need to make it so tight to keep it up, then loosen it, and that pulling should go away.

**truckie561** · 7th August 12, 06:06 PM

Thanks for the replys & compliments everyone. The kilt is definitely too long, I'm 5'7 (give or take) and I usually wear my kilts at a 22" length. This kilt is 25" long and will be getting sent out for a rebuild once the funds are available.

**Friday** · 7th August 12, 06:09 PM

Originally Posted by truckie561

Thanks for the replys & compliments everyone. The kilt is definitely too long, I'm 5'7 (give or take) and I usually wear my kilts at a 22" length. This kilt is 25" long and will be getting sent out for a rebuild once the funds are available.

Remember that military kilt are worn higher. You seem to be at the right spot but is it at the bottom of the ribs?

**truckie561** · 7th August 12, 06:19 PM

Yep...if not covering my floting ribs.
I think fella's who are...ahem...shorter in stature can't afford to wear their kilts too long...but that is just my inexperienced opinion.

**Friday** · 7th August 12, 06:56 PM

Originally Posted by truckie561

I think fella's who are...ahem...shorter in stature

You are not short I can see in the pictures that your feet reach the ground.

**creagdhubh** · 7th August 12, 06:29 PM

Originally Posted by truckie561

Thanks for the replys & compliments everyone. The kilt is definitely too long, I'm 5'7 (give or take) and I usually wear my kilts at a 22" length. This kilt is 25" long and will be getting sent out for a rebuild once the funds are available.

No worries, mate! Enjoy the kilt. You'll get it altered when you are able and it will be a piece of history to treasure.

Yours aye,

**truckie561** · 7th August 12, 06:50 PM

Here's another question: Are both the outter and under apron edges shaped the same way?

**Spartan Tartan** · 7th August 12, 05:45 PM

Forgive if I missed it, but is there perhaps damage to the under apron? I wonder if there was mot at some point a reversal due to damage on the then top apron?

Just a thought.

I like the fact that it buckles the other way. Truly unique find.