NEW KILT - Puffer

[IrishGodfather]

How would yall rank a SWK standard to a USAK Casual? Becuz I can't decide between the two.

[SteveB]

I have an SWK Standard and find the workmanship and comfort great, it helps that my kilt length for this style is 24", which is his standard for adult kilts. I like the Weathered McKenzie in the picture, and will be ordering one later tonight, if it is available in my some what large size.
I have a USAK Semi traditional made by Rocky, the material is Polyviscous, as is used in the Casual line. I found the USAK Semi-traditional to have a nice feel to it, it hangs well, and the swish factor is very close to a traditional kilt. The SWK Standard is 100% Acrylic, and has nice pleats, is well constructed, and has decent swish. Both the USAK Semi-traditional and the SWK Standard have three buckle closure, double fringed front apron, and sewn down fell.
Comparing the USAK Casual is different as the Casual uses a velcro closure, similiar to the SWK Thrifty. I have an SWK Thrifty, it is also 100% Acrylic, and it makes an OK around the house and garden kilt. The Thrifty does not have the fell sewn down, and does not taper for the hips resulting in it being confused for a gathered skirt on occasion. I do not have a USAK Casual yet, but feel from the description on Rocky's website that it would be superior to the SWK Thrifty, but not in the same league as the SWK Standard/ USAK Semi-traditional.
As of last night the USAK site was experiencing technical difficulties, and should be up soon, if not already. Then I can get a Casual on the way.
To be fair to you, I am partial to Rocky and Kelley's wares as they are made here in the USA, and made to measure. The wait is worth it IMHO.
For an instant kilt, Jerry is the way to go as delivery is by molecular transport to your door.

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