I have to admit that the photos were taken before I found this forum. Yes, the kilts are to low and I will move the sporran up. I did receive a pair of blue hose and also a pair of red diced hose. He did have several off white hose so I should only wear those when I become better at playing the pipes? As for the red pocket chief, would the previous owner had used it with the red diced hose? The original owner is deceased and no one in the family wanted the kilts, they asked me if I could use them, I was like a kid in a candy store. Even my wife told the couple that I was like a little kid on Christmas morning. Polishing the shoes, those spit shine days are far behind me, never thought I would ever have to do that again. Thanks for all the replies this is a great site and so much help to a newbie.