Underwear....or not

[neloon]

I'm still trying to figure out how anyone can stand wool next to a lot of sensitive parts!

In the old days, unless one was rich enough to afford linen/cotton, all garments worn next the skin would have been woollen. Certainly, when I was young (especially in winter), vests(undershirts) were made of wool. And, as has been discussed in the following threads, tartan undertrews for the kilt were the norm until the late 30s.
http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...-1898-a-87114/
http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...-recall-87890/
Alan

[Profane James]

Hm, interesting. So it seems, the prophylactic is a traditionally common issue, and the lack of, is the fault of the company hiring out...

[Jock Scot]

Alright it is a fair question and good points have been made. I do tire of this subject, however. So THIS real Scot wears whatever he feels like under his kilt as do most real Scots. Whatever that might be is his business. This idea that nothing must be worn under the kilt is pure nonsense as far as real civilian Scots go. Military regulations may, or may not have another opinion , I know not with any certainty. Others, civilians, who perhaps are trying to be more real than a real Scot, may try just that bit harder to prove a point , I suppose.

Whilst I do not generally hold kilt hire companies in high regard, I can quite see why they are expecting the customer to respect the goods that they hire out. Sadly it seems, that some of those who hire the kilt do not respect other people's property. Again, common sense and respect do seem in short supply for some.

[Profane James]

I will agree...

[Father Bill]

Same as trousers. Wear 'em as you wish, but most folks...

That is, if and when you wear trousers.

[Mike_Oettle]

It seems to me that this question boils down to: “How did you originally wear the kilt?”
My introduction to it (military) was accompanied by strict instructions (repeated from time to time) that the only acceptable “clothing” under the kilt was a tobacco bag.
At no stage did I hear of anyone actually wearing one, although I did once catch two sergeants wearing skants under theirs. Since I had no rank, I teased them about it but it went no further.
I got used to going commando, and find it the most comfortable way of wearing the kilt (but not an appropriate way of wearing trousers).
If you are a Highland dancer or athlete, on the other hand, regulations require underwear. It might not cross your mind that there is a different possibility.
My wife is insistent that one ought to wear something under the kilt.
When I wear a kilt I sum up the occasion and dress accordingly.
I keep my kilts clean and I would expect – if I ever hired a kilt – to have it cleaned before handing it back.
I am asked from time to time what I wear. As far as possible I don’t let on.
Mostly people are just pleased to see me wearing a kilt, and don’t stress about what is on underneath.
Regards,
Mike

[Mel1721L]

From what I've seen of people renting property in Spain, I very much doubt people would treat a rented kilt with any more respect.

[tpa]

And, as has been discussed in the following threads, tartan undertrews for the kilt were the norm until the late 30s.
http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...-recall-87890/
Alan

My first kilt came with them in 1955. See post #19 in above thread.

[Nathan]

While I agree that a hire company would want their goods protected, many of the people who choose to go Regimental also tuck in their shirt which, due to the long tails, protects your delicate bits from touching any wool directly. If you wear an untucked t-shirt with your kilt, that's quite another matter. One thing that is certain is that it is up to the choice of the wearer what should be worn. I agree that a military background predisposes the wearer to one particular approach but it's not something I ask about. I'm frankly not that interested in what someone else wears under his kilt.

[Steve Ashton]

I had a very interesting conversation with the Regimental Sergents Major of the Canadian Scottish about just this topic.

According to Canadian military uniform regulations you are required to wear those items issued to you. Underwear is issued.
While some Canadian kilted units do have a tradition of going regimental it would actually be contrary to a strict interpretation of the regulations.

Currently in the Can Scots the policy is "Don't ask, don't tell."

I also find it strange that many of those who hold so closely to the no underclothing thing, are many of the same who seem to see it as some form of sexual titillation. Some way of attracting women. To them I usually reply "girls don't really want to see your junk."

The bottom line with me is that if you hire a kilt from my fleet you will sign an agreement, that for hygiene reasons and out of respect that these garments represent a significant investment, you will wear undergarments.
I will ask for an imprint of your credit card as a damage or loss deposit. If you bring a kilt back with smegma stains or feces smears I don't even try to throw it into the washer. I will immediately charge your card the $26.00 it costs me to take it to the dry cleaners.