Quote Originally Posted by ccga3359 View Post
The SWK heavyweight are not really heavyweight. They are about 13oz as compared to 16oz for a 'tank'. They also use about 6 - 61/2 yards of material as compared to tanks. Having said that they do make wonderful first (second and third) kilts. There are even some who only buy SWK and are perfectly happy. Sounds like you have your ordering well in hand and have taken the advice offered here, properly.
Just FYI- from the SWK website on the heavyweights- "Most sizes use a full 7-8 yards of 100% wool fabric." My Nightstalker kilt is awesome for an inexpensive kilt. However, you're right- it is certainly not a true heavyweight 16oz kilt.