Matt Newsome Ulster Red Box Pleat

**McMurdo** · 29th January 08, 11:28 AM

Yesterday when I got home from work there was a box for me, inside was my new kilt, kilt number 13 in my modest collection. I was lucky in that Woodsheal was selling this kilt and it was very close to my size. I contacted him immediately and said I was very interested providing the length was right, well it is. I put it on yesterday and quite surprised in the difference to the feel of a 4 yard box as compared to the 8 yard knife pleated kilt I was wearing at work. It feels very comfortable and light as it is only half the yardage it really is joy to wear.
I know I did not purchase directly form Matt for this one, I am however on the waiting list for two more. I have to say if you have not seen one of these in person they are amazing I really like the way the straps are set up. Wearing a box pleated kilt really is different than the knife pleated variety, I am sure I'll get lots of wear from it. I think everyone should have at least one box pleat in their collection.
So to the pictures:
The front

The back

A close up of the back

The side shot

**pipesndrumsnun** · 29th January 08, 11:36 AM

Looks great!

**RakesOfMallow** · 29th January 08, 11:37 AM

Looks sharp...especially with the hose you selected. I am also a proud owner of a Newsome Box Pleat and agree wholeheartedly. It is a pleasure to own.

I always thought the Ulster Tartan was nice, but seeing with a proper jacket and hose really tempts me to add it to my list. Cheers!

Tom

**Panache** · 29th January 08, 12:08 PM

Fabulous! Did you wear it to SCD class and if so what was the reaction?

Cheers

Jamie

**McMurdo** · 29th January 08, 12:13 PM

Originally Posted by Panache

Fabulous! Did you wear it to SCD class and if so what was the reaction?

Cheers

Jamie

No I did not make it last night as there was a wee problem with my car, I'll be sorted out for next week, and let you know what the reactions are.

**Sean_the_Kilted** · 29th January 08, 12:14 PM

It looks great

**Moosedog** · 29th January 08, 01:36 PM

It looks wonderful, and so glad it has stayed in the "family."

Moosedog

**andyfg** · 29th January 08, 01:45 PM

Looks really good. I had seen it "close up" at the Binghamton kilt night. Knew it was a wonderful kilt, but you wear it so well. And, of course, I agree with all you say about Matt's box-pleats.