A peek inside a very common Traditional kilt

[The Wizard of BC]

You are correct Tobus. A very similar situation. The difference is that this kilt had been re-worked at some point in its life.
We do not know who originally made it. We do not know its original condition.

But, like yours, this kilt was given to the customer with the assurance that it was built and repaired to the highest Traditional kilt making standards.

The owner does not know, or understand, and has no way to tell, if what they get is good or bad. They are only going by what they are being told.

If anyone is interested in what Tobus is referring to, please click here to go to the thread.