Hmmm. Based solely on the pictures, this might be a good time to divert the thread (no pun intended) or start a new one. It is not a topic I've seen discussed and others might find it interesting.

Kiltmakers of X-marks: can these kilts be repaired to any degree of acceptability or are they now expensive dustrags? Repaired perhaps not "as new", but usable for casual or street wear?

Steve? Rocky? Barb? Others? -- Your thoughts please.