What is the appropriate wait time for a custom Kilt?

[BlueSkye]

Hello,
I posted a few months ago regarding my first kilt purchase. I've been very enthusiastic about receiving it and potential for additional accessories and even other mill versions. However, i cant seem to get the original one i ordered. Hopefully im not hanging myself by giving this kiltmaker so much slack but i ordered it in March of this year. They are based in British Columbia, Canada and I'm in the US. I was told i'd have the kilt and fly in June. I have of course checked in with him several times and there always seems to be a delay. Per my email last week, the kilt is supposedly on its way but he "damaged" the fly and needs to order new material.
This has clearly made for a disappointing introduction with this kiltmaker. And has me biting my tongue. But what is an acceptable rule of thumb or waiting period to receive a custom kilt?

Blue Skye
- Invictus Maneo

[figheadair]

March to November does seem like a long time frame. If your kilt is on it's way then that's good news. A fly plaid is a (very) optional extra and not necessary in order to wear you kilt. In fact, in over 40 years of kilt wearing, I've never worn one and, personal opinion, never would.

[Jock Scot]

March to November does seem like a long time frame. If your kilt is on it's way then that's good news. A fly plaid is a (very) optional extra and not necessary in order to wear you kilt. In fact, in over 40 years of kilt wearing, I've never worn one and, personal opinion, never would.

I could not agree more with Peter about fly plaids. I had one in my youth and carried it on occasion , I can’t say that I actually used it in action more than a couple of times. That was some 50/60, or more years ago! Since then it has resided in a trunk, getting high on mothball fumes! The one thing I remember well is that it was a damn nuisance to carry about on the shoulder, it kept sliding Off!