The kilts are made to the highest standard using top quality materials. The most popular and highly recommended traditional kilt for men is the eight yard kilt made in full weight, 16/17oz worsted. We can also offer this kilt with machine stitching to save cost. MyTartan.com recommends the full weight as it hangs so well and keeps shape excellently. Different yardage can be used (less and more than eight yards) depending on size of the person and the size of the sett of the tartan. The traditional kilt whether handsewn or machine sewn can be sewn to the sett of the tartan, or to a dominant stripe in the tartan, which means the back of the kilt has a stripe down each pleat. Each kilt has sporran/belt loops made in the tartan. There is a leather strap and buckle on the left side and two on the right side. The kilt is made on the selvedge edge of the cloth so there is no hem sewn. The traditional kilt sits high on the body and drops down to the top of the kneecap. Some people do like to wear the kilt a bit longer and if this applies to you, you must advise when ordering or being measured by a member of staff. It has been commented upon that the 16/17oz worsted is too heavy a material and the 12/13oz weight is better especially in warmer climates. MyTartan.com would like to advise that the 16/17oz will hold shape better, especially in the heat, than the 12/13oz., which is inclined to 'wilt'. It should be noted that eight yards of either weight wrapped around the body, will be warm to wear, and there is only one pound difference in weight between the two kilts.
Ballantynes Gifts Collectable
