No, the kilt was not made from wool (I am not a fan of wool). The idea was that you can get an 8 yard kilt, with the look of wool, for much less than most think you could. Just a comparison, nothing more.

I guess I am coming from different perspective on the sporran. Yes I am sure a hand made sporran is a wonderful thing. I am betting that for most people, the price is not feasible. Many of those sporrans cost as much as the kilt. However, I believe what some have done, including some (not all) on eBay, is use the same materials, but cut the labor portion way down. This includes using machines to make the sporran. Would it still be a good sporran? Of course. My day wear sporran is one of those. The leather is strong and will last quite a while. Can people tell the difference? Maybe some, but most don't even notice. I believe you can make great quality sporrans, and not have to spend 100-200 dollars.

USA Kilts is a perfect example of the idea the QUALITY does not mean EXPENSIVE. Rocky, as he states himself, figured out a way to make a better product and keep the price the same or lower. I think it is silly to think that there is a product that you HAVE to say "Quality is expensive". Many celtic attire companies, including USAK and Skye Highland Outfitters, have proven this to be wrong. You can get GREAT quality for a low price.

Brice