In search of the perfect work kilt

[Graham]

OK, OK, I'm back on the job in the morning, I'll use a safety pin as a modesty snap. (or wear the FK, it doesn't flare out as much)

[Southern Breeze]

Great pics and thoughts on work kilts. I'll be trying out some canvas kilts in addition to my Stillwaters this summer.

[Nick]

Well, for one aspect of my work, all cotton or some other natural fiber is a must. I'd hate for the thing to burst into flame! Also, a bit longer to cover the knee, and cargo pockets for tools. My UK Workmans fits the bill fairly well, though it isn't as long as it should be (hits the top of the knee perfectly.)

[Colin]

Wow, I never thought I would see the day where Graham "oh, so many tartans to choose from" Hodges was wearing not one, but 3 solid colour work kilts.......and one with cargo pockets no less.

[GMan]

Great pictures as usual Graham! I am glad that you have expanded from just being traditional.

I find that I agree with you as to what type of environment that your tasks find you in dictates the type of Kilt you wear. I have worn a solid black Kilt to a business meeting, so I could wear a tartan tie that I have, so the avenues of Kilt wearing are endless.

[646guy]

Have you thought abotu getting the Workman's Utilikilt with the straps to hang tools on?

[Graham]

Have you thought abotu getting the Workman's Utilikilt with the straps to hang tools on?

(and to colin) yes, I never thought I would do it either, but it is very practical, and what can I say? it's kilt addiction - just hafta try everything!

btw it's not a UK, it's from RKilts (in case Robert gets upset)

[NewKilt]

Great pics and thoughts on work kilts. I'll be trying out some canvas kilts in addition to my Stillwaters this summer.

I have a couple of Buzz Kidders. They are 10 oz Army duck canvas - not work kilts, but seem to have the qualities that Graham was listing. I've worn them in 80 F temperatures as well as 30 F. They are cool when it's hot and warm when it's cold. Pleats stay down very well in a relatively strong breeze, and they feel like they will wear like iron. Pleats will wrinkle though after sitting - canvas does that, but I sure like them. They also feel very comfortable to the skin on the inside. It seems like this might be an ideal material for a work kilt.

Darrell

[Freedomlover]

Graham, I'd be interested to know if the bottom of your denim kilt tends to turn (or fold) up. I've got a painters model UK, made of material that is basically denim, that has rolled it's edges since it came out of the box.

[Graham]

Graham, I'd be interested to know if the bottom of your denim kilt tends to turn (or fold) up. I've got a painters model UK, made of material that is basically denim, that has rolled it's edges since it came out of the box.

Yes, the pleats don't behave very well, I know they will never be perfect like wool kilts, I don't expect that. It's actually improving with more washing and wearing.