First USAK Kilt Ordered

**Dale Seago** · 14th June 11, 08:01 AM

The US Army kilt arrived yesterday, as the Douglas Grey fabric was not in stock and had to be ordered -- no surprise, as it's not exactly the most commonly worn Douglas tartan.

I'm happy! The fact that the kilt is unlined would have been a bit of a surprise had I not already been aware of it; however, tailored kilts originally did not have lining or support fabrics sewn in and, especially for lower yardage kilts, that seems totally dispensable.

The kilt is well-constructed, and fits exactly as it should.

The one real surprise to me is the Celtic knot embossed (a nice touch!) straps: They are the heaviest leather I have ever seen on kilt straps.

I'm going to enjoy wearing this kilt. . .and the other one once it arrives!

**Remy** · 14th June 11, 08:59 AM

I'm glad you're happy with your purchase Dale. I'm thinking of getting a 5 yard 16 oz from Rocky myself. I'd love to see some pics of your US Army if you get a chance.
Thanks,
Remy

**Dale Seago** · 14th June 11, 10:32 AM

I'm on "telephone standby" to see if I'll have to report for jury duty this afternoon. Since my home is right on the way, if I do have to go in I'll shuck the work suit and don proper clothing; and I'm sure I'll be able to get someone to take a pic of me on the courthouse steps.

If I end up not having to report, I'll be wearing it this weekend and will get my girlfriend to take a shot then.

**Mudge** · 14th June 11, 10:44 AM

Very exciting!!! I just ordered a standard kilt from Jerry at Stillwater Kilts in the Black Stewart tartan.

Mike

**Dale Seago** · 18th June 11, 10:27 PM

Originally Posted by Dale Seago

If I end up not having to report, I'll be wearing it this weekend and will get my girlfriend to take a shot then.

Okay, here we go, in nontraditional/casual near-summer mode:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?p...&id=1199617140

And my original order from Rocky, in Douglas Grey heavyweight, shipped Friday and will likely be here Monday.

**Dale Seago** · 21st June 11, 07:58 AM

Originally Posted by Dale Seago

And my original order from Rocky, in Douglas Grey heavyweight, shipped Friday and will likely be here Monday.

It did indeed arrive yesterday, and I like it as much as I hoped I would. It's 16-oz fabric, whereas the other (US Army) was only available in 13-oz. And while I prefer the heavier fabric, the 13-oz looks absolutely fine and also feels just fine with the heat wave we're having right now.

**Dale Seago** · 26th June 11, 08:47 PM

Wore the new Douglas Grey last night for the first time, at dinner following a day of martial arts training at the Marin Headlands:

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...0&l=998d8e7b40

**piperdbh** · 26th June 11, 09:55 PM

I like that grey Douglas. It understated but eye-catching at the same time.

I also like that the word "grey" is spelled correctly. It just looks sad spelled as "gray".

**Fitzy** · 29th June 11, 07:54 AM

Very nice Dale. I like the Douglas Grey also.

I had Rocky make a kilt skirt for my Girlfriend in her family tartan - Moffat Modern, which is Douglas with a red over-stripe. I've heard that because of a close association between the two clans, the Moffat was based on the Douglas tartan.

After seeing how well yours looks, I may just have to have a kilt made to match with her's.

Paul

**Fitzy** · 29th June 11, 08:00 AM

Originally Posted by piperdbh

I like that grey Douglas. It understated but eye-catching at the same time.

I also like that the word "grey" is spelled correctly. It just looks sad spelled as "gray".

Piperdbh,
I never saw that spelling until I met the owner of a Scottish inn we stay at near here. His name is Grey Barr. Is it a Scot's only way of spelling ?

Paul