"But I Don't Have Enough Money!"

[Scotus]

In the post starting this thread it was said that "buying cheaper, less quality kilts" in this statement it appears the cheap and lower quality were related. I must have misunderstood this statement.

No, you only misunderstood "cheaper," as the "less quality" is another issue. I didn't mean that all of these other kilts are less quality. I'm sure some of these garments are made well enough for what they are. Rather, many of the cheaper kilts are of less quality than what I gave as a definition in my first post. If you look at a PV kilt, or a machine sewn kilt, you can absolutely tell a difference in quality. So, yes, cheaper and lower quality are more often than not related.

So... save your pennies, resist the temptation to buy a cheaper kilt, if that's not what you really want, and buy a traditional hand sewn, wool kilt that will last a life time. You'll be happy you did.

[JSFMACLJR]

Folks,

This is the TRADITIONAL KILTS Discussion Area. Respect that, please. I don't go around butting my nose into the places where utilikilts and other non-traditionals are discussed. Please respect the intentions of Scotus who began this very relevent discussion.

[Bugbear]

I think I will still stick with the four yard, box pleated kilt in my tartan plan.

Guess when I'm done working on my Stillwater kilt it will be somewhat close to a traditional kilt... Like buying the wool tartan, and making the kilt yourself, so maybe that doesn't count... Kind of like DWFII's post on making the accessories yourself.

The DIY angle is a good way to fit things into the budget; kind of like paying yourself for the labor and calling it even.

[Scotus]

Please respect the intentions of Scotus who began this very relevent discussion.

Thank you, Sandford. I meant this to be a discussion on making a traditional kilt a priority in your budget; that is, that with some planning it can be done. I'm sorry that there are those who felt my primary purpose was to insult the choices of others in this forum. This is why I posted in the Traditional Kilts section rather than in the general discussion area.

This is rather about not buying those other kilts if you really want to save for a traditional one. People often use the excuse that a traditional kilt is too expensive. I'm saying that this is often just an excuse, and one should save their money, rather than buying those other kilts, if it's a priority.

[Rob Wright]

My first kilt was a 5 yard casual machine sewn in 13 oz wool Douglas Modern made by Lochcarron. It gets the most wear because I can wear it in weather where my 9 yard hand sewn kilts would be overkill. I think the emphasis placed on 8 yards and 16 oz wool is a bit misleading. I've seen some hand sewn kilts in lower weights and less yardage that looked every bit as good as 8 plus yards and 16 oz or heavier wool.

Some tartans do not come in weights heavier than 13 oz unless you special order and in some of the climates people live in lighter weight wool and fewer yards lets them be comfortable wearing their kilt.

As to the rest of the original post, I agree take your time, find the accessories that you want, don't be rushed to buy. It took me 2 1/2 years to locate brown accessories that I liked to go with my Douglas Weathered. Kilts are a part of my wardrobe and that is always changing as old clothes are retired and new added. It is an ongoing process.

Rob

[JelicoCat]

I'm afraid I would have to disagree with you, JelicoCat. I would rather see a person NOT wear a kilt than wear an inferior product. Step up to the plate, man, and wear the proper thing! Do your research first; ask questions; save if necessary; but I just think it is a mistake to go down the road you are advocating. The money you would save by not buying a "starter kilt" is most of the cost of a traditional kilt.

Kind regards,
JSFMjr.

Sorry it to took me so long to respond

When I do buy the proper thing (trust that I will) I to will wear it for special occasion as others do. I can not afford to wear a handsewn tank just as I cannot afford to wear a custom taylered 3 piece suit everyday. Just paying for the dry cleaning every week would put a good dent in my budget. I buy the clothes I can afford to wear.
With that said I can understand that if you can afford it then buy best. The quality and fit of a custom hand sewn tank is beyond comparison. The feel, the fit, the swish,etc is something every one should experience and one day I will. Till then I'll have to settle for something less. Otherwise it's jeans and shirts till my 6 and 8 year old have finished their undergraduate degree.

[Friday]

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[Scotus]

I agree take your time, find the accessories that you want, don't be rushed to buy.

Yes, this was a major part of my point.

[David White]

Ten years ago I bought a battery operated coin roller. Everytime I have change I put in the machine and save. That is how I've purchased the majority of my kilts.

[Highland Logan]

Ten years ago I bought a battery operated coin roller. Everytime I have change I put in the machine and save. That is how I've purchased the majority of my kilts.

That's a great idea David. Glad to see it worked out for you. What tartans are your kilts.

Frank