New Kilt Advice

[Buckskin]

Contact Bob Chalmers At bobilishious@hotmail.com or look at his store on e-Bay. He sells a good machine made 8 yd wool kilt very reasonable. (How much depends on the tartan.) He will work close with you to get exactly what you want.

[pastorsteve]

Thanks Buckskin, I did but he didn't have MacDonald Modern.

[pastorsteve]

I don't think I care about part machine/part hand done really.

[kennethrmc]

Well, "best deal" is a very relative term. Despite being a Scot--and a bivocational pastor with definitely limited income--I don't want to get just the least expensive kilt. I looked at a number of kilts, corresponded with a bunch of X mark advisers, and decided to have my 8-yard wool clan tartan kilt made by Kathy Lare, of Albuquerque. It is hand-sewn, and it wasn't the cheapest option. But for what I paid I don't think I could possibly get better quality. It is an heirloom. A work of art. Fits me like a glove. Several locals who have hand-sewn kilts made in Scotland by reputable makers have commented that it bests their kilts in quality and price. So...if you want absolutely primo quality, I'd recommend Kathy as best value for that level of product.

And that kilt worked great all dressed up for my daughter's wedding

[Scott West]

Pastorsteve: Congratulations on considering ordering a tank! 7 weeks ago I was measured by Matt Newsome (Scottish Tartan Museum) and ordered my tank (16oz Buchanan Hunting Modern). It is being made in Scotland by Lochcarron out of their stunning wool tartan. Cost is $536.00. If at all possible, I would highly recommend visiting a kiltmaker to be measured in person. Matt & staff were/are fantastic to work with (and the Tartan Museum is wonderful!!!). Needless to say I am getting excited as I approach "the window" when it should be finished. And being measured in person just makes the experience that much more special.