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    Atlanta Kilts

    Curious to know if anybody's had any dealings with Atlanta Kilts?

    http://www.atlantakilts.com/index.htm

    Prices didn't seem too bad. I'm wondering if this is a decent place to pick up a kilt or two?

    Need reassurance about the quality of the kilts they're selling, though.

    Thoughts?

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    They usually only get mentioned when someones doing a google search for Atlanta Kilt Rentals. Other than that I've never heard of anyone using them. Give them a call and see how you feel about their knowledge and capabilities after that. Let us know if you pull the trigger and how it goes.

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    I'm still a newbie, but I know enough to know you pretty much get what you pay for...at least for a tartan kilt to wear around town goofing off, I thought this might not be too bad - pricewise.

    They say: "...Kilt (quality 16oz acrylic wool, heavy buckles, deep pleats)..." $127.

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    I'm fairly confident that these are likely nice quality kilts but they are ex-hire kilts. Been around the block a few times if you know what I mean ;) I would likely expect a few blemishes, maybe a snag or pull, something that would make it not quite good enough to rent any longer. Seeing as you are in SC, I might be a little more leery of buying site unseen. If you are ever in ATL though and could arrange to drop by and hand pick the one you want that could be a fantastic deal. However, if you are OK with a gently used kilt, go for it. Finding the bargain in the unexpected place is part of the fun

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    Please note that the ad says ACRYLIC Wool.

    If they were actual 16oz. Scottish Wool the fabric alone would cost you more than twice what they are charging for a whole Kilt.
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    Ooooo hoo hoo hooooooooo, good catch Steve. You could get a wool kilt in several of those tartans from Stillwater for less than he's asking. And if you are OK with acrylic, still use Stillwater for a $50 savings.
    Last edited by cavscout; 12th February 09 at 01:11 PM.

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    Well...that's why I asked here first. Figured you guys would know a lot more about 'em than I did.

    Thanks!!!

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    Nuff said, Cavscout and the Wizard nailed it!
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    I purchased an ex-rental (worn once) Prince Charlie from them. It's decent; however, there are better quality ones available elsewhere for just a few dollars more.

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    I've lived my entire life in Atlanta, and I've never heard of them. I feel out of the loop now...

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