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    Good idea.

    The only time I've worn two kilts at once was to use a Utilikilt as a poncho over my shoulders in the rain in addition to the kilt I was wearing...

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    I remember seeing somewhere tht in WWII in africa that Scots wore a canvas apron over thier wool kilts to protect them from damage.. wouldnt wearing a UK over a wool kilt pretty much serve the same purpose?


    I have also dont the "greatkilt/short kilt " combo for SCA one or two REALLY COLD desert nights...I was almost TOO hot


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    apron...

    Quote Originally Posted by Kiltedfirepiper View Post
    I remember seeing somewhere tht in WWII in africa that Scots wore a canvas apron over thier wool kilts to protect them from damage.. wouldnt wearing a UK over a wool kilt pretty much serve the same purpose?


    I have also dont the "greatkilt/short kilt " combo for SCA one or two REALLY COLD desert nights...I was almost TOO hot


    Scott
    It was the South African (Boer War) and WWI, actually, that kilt aprons were worn, partially to protect the kilt, but also to camoflauge the tartan.

    However, I don't think it's the same as wearing a UK over a traditional kilt -- the apron was just that -- an apron. It wasn't a full-fledged kilt, just a front & back held together over the kilt.

    T.

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    It would be interesting to find out if these aprons are still being made anywhere or where they might be seen in a museum as they could have a practical modern day application.

    I have seen them in TV historical dramas etc, but never in enough detail and they are not on screen for long enough.

    I might be going to London next week and if so will try to get to the Imperial War Museum if I get a chance.
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