What would you do... what would YOU do?

[Jimmy Carbomb]

Okay. With all the "what kilt should I buy" threads going around, let's get to the bottom line on the responses. Remember, there's a lot of browsers and first-time kilters who aren't about to spend $500 on a kilt. Here's a realistic scenario that you can answer to, that will explain a LOAD about your feelings on kilts, and help them to form an educated decision.

You have $150 USD at your disposal for a kilt purchase. There's no real time frame for the need, but you would like to have a quality-sewn, and a nice-fabric kilt. There's no dependance on Tartan or Plain, Wool or other, domestic or import, Beavis or Butthead. All you want is a GOOD kilt at the price that you can afford.

You MAY need to hit the kiltmaking sites to compare before you post a final answer, Regis.

1).Who makes it?
2).Tartan or plain?
3).Fabric preference?
4).Any specific reason for your choice?

~~~Let's try NOT to go off on tangents so that comparison shoppers and interested parties can use this thread as an informative base to help them.
~~~If you need to go into further detail on the craftsmanship, pricing, tartans, materials, etc... please start a thread under THAT manufacturer's own section. Thanks guys!

[Colin]

For $150 US I would go for a Bear Kilt 4-yard clan tartan poly/viscose kilt.

I have had the opportunity to see a few samples of other poly/viscose kilts from other companies, and I can honestly say that I find Bear's craftsmanship and attention to detail unparralled. I like the clan tartans because they have just a bit more weight to them, however the Canadian tartans are perfect for the warmer months.

I would prefer the 8 yard, but $150 US just won't get me there.

[bubba]

1).Who makes it?
2).Tartan or plain?
3).Fabric preference?
4).Any specific reason for your choice?

Ok, we're limiting it to $150.
1) kingkilts, Bearkilts or USA Kilts
2) Tartan. I just like tartan better than plain.
3) PV for or poly/rayon for ease of care and cleaning.
4) The reasons are, first, the dollar limit followed by ease of care and practicality. Cotton tends to crease and wrinkle easily.

[Xcop]

For me at that price point there is only one choice and it was a decision made long ago...USA Kilts...Victory..in green..because it meets my requirements.

David

[Mychael Sporrano]

I would get another Pittsburgh Kilt in the 13 oz brushed cotton. Not sure about the color, but it would be an earthy solid. I have a pair of tartan type kilts on order from Bear. Otherwise, I would probably order a 4 yard Forbes tartan.

Mychael

[Casey]

Jimmy,

How can you do this to a guy. First you get me into the idea of buying a more formal and expensive kilt. Now I have to limit myself to 150 USD.

This is torture.

Casey

[Freelander Sporrano]

1). Bear or USAK
2). Tartan
3). For the Price you only really have cotton or PV. So PV it is.
4). Not enough funds for an 8 yard Wool Trad kilt

I like playing this game...Can I have some more money next time

[Raphael]

For $150US, I will get a Royal Stewart from Canada Kilt.

I Picked Canada Kilt because he is a local guy.

[GMan]

1. Bear and USA kilts are at the top of my list at this time.
2. Leaning toward tartan at this juncture
3. P/V because it is easy to care for with little hassle
4. Saving my purchase of an 8yd wool because not sure which one I want and from where.

These are as of now my priorities, who is to say what tomorrow may bring.

[bubba]

For $150US, I will get a Royal Stewart from Canada Kilt.

I avoid the heavily red tartans. They look pretty dumb on me. They're fine for the thin guys but us fat guys look like a half unwrapped Christmas package. <G>