HI Scott and welcome to the board,

I have the Black Watch heavy Wool from SWK and I have some 5yard casuals I made and the only real diference is the weight and warmth of the kilt, at least to me and I have gotten compliments wearing both. The time constaint is most likely your big concern? I see you don't like the Black Watch. Look at Jerrry's home page about his shadow and weather Lamont heavy weights at $145..you need to email Jerry.

http://www.stillwaterkilts.com/

Might work for you. Again welcome to XMarks

MrBill