Assessing Kiltmakers Remotely

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Rex,

When I went to have my first custom kilt made I found that the best way to decide was to use this forum. I read other members reviews, I looked at the pictures they posted, and then took this information and compared it to what the kiltmaker said and pictured about their own work. I sent a few PM's and used my best judgement based on that information.

I choose Matt Newsome because

(1) He had uniformly positive reviews from a wide range of the membership from those that had but one kilt (his) to members who owned many.

(2) His kilts looked well made from all the pictures

(3) I respected and enjoyed his posts here and at his blog which showed someone who was not only extremely knowledgble but also took great joy in what he did.

I see X Marks the Scot as a tremendous resource for the kilt buyer as our membership offers a wide range of perspectives on a particular product or craftsman.

When you can't see or touch the actual product you are going to have to go with what the individual says about their work and how that relates to the opinions of others. To me the key is not just looking at one review but many, and having a "feel" for the reviewer.

Cheers

Jamie