How makes a good quality Light Weight Kilt

[Sharkman]

I have looked at quite a few kilt makers including those who advertise here. So I'm asking for input from all of you about who has a good quality lighter weight kilt.

I live in So. California and I don't think a "Tank" is what I'm looking for. But I have seen several lighter weight kilts that are possible candidates for what I'm looking for. Of course, another consideration for me is price too.

I would love to have a ton of money to throw around but the reality is I don't, so I'm looking for something more within my means.

I know that all of you have some good ideas and I'm waiting to hear them.

[Father Bill]

I have looked at quite a few kilt makers including those who advertise here. So I'm asking for input from all of you about who has a good quality lighter weight kilt.

I live in So. California and I don't think a "Tank" is what I'm looking for. But I have seen several lighter weight kilts that a possible candidates for what I'm looking for. Of course another consideration is for me is price too.

I would love to have a ton of money to throw around but the reality is I don't, so I'm looking for something more within my means.

I know that all of you have some good ideas and I'm waiting to hear them.

If it's too hot and too expensive, consider a box-pleated kilt which is both cheaper and cooler, but you could still have it made in the heavier weight cloth which hangs and "swishes" better. ... and bonus, it's a little more unusual, and therefore interesting, while non-kilt-experts are unlikely to notice the difference.

[xman]

I think you could do well very with a PV semi-trad kilt.

[Riverkilt]

Hey, a Powegian! Used to live in Ramona back in '72.

I second the motion for a Polyviscose kilt, made-to-measure by an experienced kiltmaker like Rocky and Kelly at USA Kilts.

I've also worn 16 ounce wool in Sandy Eggo County with no problem in the winter.

[Jack Daw]

If you choose to stick with a wool kilt, I highly recommend that you go no lighter than 13oz. Anything lighter is too wispy.

[Larry124]

Indoors or outdoors? Outfit or casual?
For the seasons other than winter in your local I’d recommend a Celtic Croft Economy for cool, a USAK Casual for middle, and a Sport Kilt Hiking for warm.

[Riverkilt]

And I continue to disagree. I have a fine 8 yard hand sewn kilt made from 11 ounce wool and it is not too light, it is not too whispy, it is a fine tank that anyone would be hard pressed to tell its made form 11 ounce wool.







But for sure be certain you have a skilled kiltmaker that you're dealing with direct.

[Sharkman]

Thanks for the advice folks!

Riverkilt,

I've looked at the USA Kilts a few times and the Semi-Trad is about what I could really afford for now, possibly even the 5-yard wool. But I'm not that sure about the wool for around here.

Is the kilt you are wearing in the pictures you posted the 11 oz. Semi-Trad? If so it looks fine.

[Jack Daw]

And I continue to disagree. I have a fine 8 yard hand sewn kilt made from 11 ounce wool and it is not too light, it is not too whispy, it is a fine tank that anyone would be hard pressed to tell its made form 11 ounce wool.
But for sure be certain you have a skilled kiltmaker that you're dealing with direct.

I have a great kilt in 11 oz, which I don't wear anymore because I think it's too light. It doesn't take much wind to fly. I can't speak about pleating since this GK requires temporary hand-pleating. Do the pleats in your kilt keep?

[Riverkilt]

That's 11 ounce Lochcarron wool, 8 yard hand sewn by Kathy Lare.

No clue what the weight of the PV's from Rocky are. Can tell you I've purchased 25 PV kilts from Rocky. Prefer the semi-trad for the looks and comfort. Do own a bunch of casuals for hot humid weather - like trips to Quintana Roo, Maui, and the Monsoon season in Arizona.