The Frugal Corner

**BroosterB1** · 7th September 09, 07:52 PM

Ok. Ok I got to admit it, my first kilt was from FC. One of their cleric/Clark Tartans for a wedding I did. I was impressed by the wieght of the kilt, and still am.

I don't wear it much for two reasons, one what Nighthawk said; it's a warm kilt; great for fall and winter but not so much for spring and summer. And two;I got smaller. When this all started about a year ago I was more substance than I am now; I took to heart the up sizing recommendations and bought a 48 when I should have bought a 46 or even a 44. My last kilt I had made and it fits like a Kilt!

Would I buy another? For the kind of kilt your looking for, yup. As I garner more insight and knowledge I can see there is a place for the FC's and the Barb T's. I have a couple of kilted weddings coming up and I may just see if I can make the thing fit!

**Brian Boru** · 8th September 09, 09:53 AM

Robert,
Greetings, I have a couple of their kilts, as said before, the light weights are that. On a day with a bit of a breeze they will pick up a bit, but, I've worn them to work and out on the town and they are nice. I have not had any trouble with the heat with them. I have their hunting Stewart in the lighter weight, and have the Confederate Memorial in H/W and their American Celtic in H/W. I'm waiting on the Dress McLeod in H/W. Their customer service is OK, but, it is best to call the store and talk to Mark, the owner, when you place your order. Also, sign up for their newsletter on their website, they will give you events that they will be at, and you can get some very good deals from them at events. I hope this helps a little.

Aye,

Brian

**Buck Buchanan** · 11th September 09, 03:24 PM

I own a Sport Kilt Works, which is great for the 100 degree weather that I usually seem to wear it in, as it is light. I would like to get something heavier, with the looks of an 8 yd. wool kilt, but without the $600 price. Does the Frugal Corner 16 oz kind of have the look and feel of the wool? Could you wear this with a Prince Charlie Jacket to a Ceilidhs and not look out of place with the wool kilts.

I've just recently gotten into the kilt wearing in the last 2 years. Working the Clan Buchanan Tent in N. California, I'm still aquiring gear related to clothing, plus Highland gear such as weapons and targes to interpret at the events.
Thanks

**BroosterB1** · 11th September 09, 04:10 PM

Like I said, the FC heavy kilt is just that, a heavy kilt. It out weighs my SWK's Gordon and Saffron by quite a bit. My Barrett and Struths 16 oz 4 yard box pleat would give it a run for the money but it is a 4 yard not a 8 yard knife pleat.

Nothing man made feels like real high quality wool, but the FC heavy weight is close in that it does not feel cheap or poorly made. I had a much cheaper kilt I ordered directly from Pakistan that I was less than impressed with. The FC heavy weight is a nice kilt for the price, depending upon the tartan you order I think you will be pleased with one.

All of the above refers only to the Heavy weight, I have no experiance with their lighter weight kilt.

ith:

I just check the B&S website and they have Bucannan in both weathered and modern in 16 oz.
http://www.burnetts-struth.com/index...sort=2a&page=2

**Nighthawk** · 11th September 09, 04:17 PM

Originally Posted by Buck Buchanan

I own a Sport Kilt Works, which is great for the 100 degree weather that I usually seem to wear it in, as it is light. I would like to get something heavier, with the looks of an 8 yd. wool kilt, but without the $600 price. Does the Frugal Corner 16 oz kind of have the look and feel of the wool? Could you wear this with a Prince Charlie Jacket to a Ceilidhs and not look out of place with the wool kilts.

I've just recently gotten into the kilt wearing in the last 2 years. Working the Clan Buchanan Tent in N. California, I'm still aquiring gear related to clothing, plus Highland gear such as weapons and targes to interpret at the events.
Thanks

If you want something heavy like wool without the price tag, then I would suggest Stillwater Kilts heavyweights. They actually are wool, and very soft wool at that. And they don't cost more than $130. www.stillwaterkilts.com I own several, and am very pleased. Only problem with Stillwater is that they have a very limited number if tartans on hand. However, you can make special orders (their customer service cannot be beaten!!) at no additional cost- at least in my experience. Also, USA Kilts make excellent polly-viscous kilts. They're only 11 oz material, but they hang and swing like a 13! They're more expensive, being that they're custom tailored, but man- they're so worth it! I think I paid $240 for my USAK poly- vis. http://www.usakilts.com/store/semitrad_kiltpage.php I have 2 of their kilts- one 5 yard wool , and the aforementioned poly-vis.

**BroosterB1** · 11th September 09, 04:55 PM

What he said for the wool. another option is the Burnett and Struths casual kilt sale which has been going on since January. Very nice kilt, very well made, 100% Scottish woolens, very affordable at $199 Canadian $157 US. They just added 50 new tartans, so the selection is better than ever.

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**Nighthawk** · 11th September 09, 05:47 PM

Originally Posted by BroosterB1

What he said for the wool. another option is the Burnett and Struths casual kilt sale which has been going on since January. Very nice kilt, very well made, 100% Scottish woolens, very affordable at $199 Canadian $157 US. They just added 50 new tartans, so the selection is better than ever.

ith:

I have a wedding I'm working on, myself. Maybe I'll take advantage of that sale finally! I want a Loud MacLeod... because I'm just not obnoxious enough on my own!

**haxtonhouse** · 11th September 09, 09:02 PM

they are good kilts for the price. I am happy with mine- it doesn't compare to my newsome, but I wear it hiking and fishing and its great for that.

**O'Callaghan** · 11th September 09, 10:11 PM

I have one of their 13oz kilts. It is very lightweight, but that's a good thing in summer here.

However, I ordered custom length and it took twice as long to get here as they said for custom orders, plus although I think the length is OK, the waist is definitely the next size up from what I ordered! I didn't send it back, because I was fed up waiting for it, but if I lose even an inch around my waist I am in trouble. I don't normally wear a belt with a kilt, but I am now seriously thinking about getting one, for the true functional purpose of holding my kilt up.

To be fair, I ordered before they moved, knowing it would get here after the move. What I didn't realise is that the move involved a change of ownership as well. The new owners said they had no record that I ordered anything atall, but sent me a kilt without question. I just wish they had sent the waist size that I told them over the phone.

**kakkui_1037** · 13th September 09, 02:59 AM

To be honest, you would probably save money ordering from SWK. I wouldn't be surprised if the kilts came from the same place. Only real difference would probably be that there kilts might have more fabric which makes them seem heavier. I've always thought the FC kilts are generously priced, which would explain why they can carry so many tartans.