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I'd go with the Kiltman for sure. The quality of the two are very close. I've put a serious beating on my Kiltman over the years and it's still going strong.

@@kiltedandbearded6895 thanks 👍

Damn Near Kilt'em is an excellent place to start if you are wanting to get into kilts but don't want to break the bank. I haven't worn one but I have friends who have and they have been satisfied with them.

@@kiltedandbearded6895 Thanks for the quick response! That's good to know.

I've got kilts from UT kilts, Damn Near Kilt 'm, and the the quality isn't even close to comparable. I've worn out three UT's in the the time I've owned my Kiltman. Not to mention the far superior pocket system. The extra $50 I paid was well worth it.

If you want comfort and a lightweight kilt go with the Spartan or the Survival. But, if you want a durable heavy-duty kilt that you can beat up on then get the Workman. Any kilt you get from them will be great, they are all good.

Yes, he did close up shop. I guess he had trouble with suppliers to the point it was too much trouble to keep going. It's a bummer. I have 2 kilts from him and was gonna get a third.

Steve closed shop for several reasons. I'm gonna miss his kilts.

Steve weston of angry bastard kilts passed last year....I loved his kilts and still wear my warhorse and pub kilt.

And it's durable as hell!! I've put mine through everything and it still holds up great after seven years of hunting, hiking, fishing and everything else I can throw at it.

I've had issues with the quality on two out of the five I own, the rest have been good quality kilts.

I don't own a 5.11 but I know people who do and they all say good things about them. I know there is a huge difference between the lower cost brands and the Utilikilt or Kiltman kilts. The material is heavy so the kilt weighs quite a bit more which may take some getting used to. I think you will be impressed after wearing one for a while, especially once it's broke in and loosened up. If you've ever worn Carhartt bibs or jackets you know what I'm talking about. They are stiff at first but once they get loosened up they are awesome, these kilts are made of the same type material.

It's tucked away nicely. You forget it's even there if you don't use it often.

Thank you!

I don't. I'm not 100% sure but I heard that they went out of business. It's a shame too because they were a high quality kilt for a reasonable price. They are similar in design to a Ut Kilt or Damn Near Kilt'm but the material is heavier and higher quality. The one I have doesn't fit me anymore I should probably sell it.

😄 no kidding!! I like a bit of storage when I'm in the sticks. When I'm around town the pockets come off.

I have an LCP and it fits easily, the hellcat would be unconformable as hell I think. My XD fits but not at all comfortably. The way the pockets work there's very little movement, no flopping around, like you might expect, plus you can move the pocket up to your belt if you prefer. Your gun stays completely concealed and protected without any printing. To me it's the most comfortable way to carry.

@@kiltedandbearded6895 Thanks for the detailed reply--especially that bit about moving the pocket up to the belt. I hadn't considered that.

@@kiltedandbearded6895 Oddball question, and sorry to bother considering the age of this video, but I have to ask. Is the internal holster a full slide retention holster, or would it be suitable for a firearm with a red dot? In my case, I carry a Sig P365x w/ Optic, but I know that not all holsters allow carry with optic.

@@sebastiang8634 the pocket is designed for a sub compact, my Springfield XD is a snug fit. I can fit a Hellcat with a red dot but I'm not sure about your Sig. The internal holster is a bit generic as far as holsters go. It's a stretchy nylon type, kinda like the retention on a belly band. It works great since the pocket completely covers and protects your gun.

@@kiltedandbearded6895 Exactly the info I was looking for. Thanks for the reply. I ended up ordering a kilt and some pockets to try it out and see what works. Worse case scenario, I know I have a minimalist holster that can connect to MOLLE, and the webbing on the inside of the survival pocket seems just about right for that.

I have gotten positive reactions from everyone, especially women. I have people come up and ask me questions or give me compliments all the time. I think you'll be surprised at the response you get.

@@kiltedandbearded6895 thank you for your response. I'm waiting until its a little warmer here in NY to get mine.

@@sethjenna2561 I wear mine all year here in Utah. If you keep your core warm and wear some good kilt socks you can stay pretty warm. When it drops below 29 I their on some under armour.

@@kiltedandbearded6895 Are you of Scottish ancestry or just like kilts? If you are Scottish, I've a few questions as this is a new discovery at age 37. I KNOW I'm clan MacDowall(mcdowell) because its the longest line in my tree.. however, I have SOME clan Campbell in my history and Stuart. That said, is it proper to wear any of them or just stick to MacDowall? First kilt I get will be a utility kilt as it'll be my every day type kilt, McDowall next for special events.

@@sethjenna2561 my ancestry is Norse, Scott and Greek. I'm not as familiar with clan traditions as I should be but it's my understanding that you would wear the tartan of your father's family first, but it would be acceptable to wear a tartan of the clan your family was associated with, like clan Campbell for example. And if I could make a suggestion on a good utility kilt, the Kiltman is a superior kilt if you don't mind paying the extra money. They are less expensive than a Utilikilt but more than the Tactikilt. But if I were to choose a utility kilt between Ut kilts and Tactikilt if go with the Tactikilt. The material is a little heavier and it's held up a little better. Both are good kilts that will last you a long time.

Scottish ancestry

Never had a problem with them. I returned a kilt due to a sizing issue and they were quick to respond and sent me the new kilt on good faith that I would return the other. They've always been great with me.

I literally live in the same city as these guys. Brice is awesome!!! He's a really cool dude!!! Sport Kilt is in Heber, so they are kinda close, but since I don't drive I can't get to them, but it isn't too hard to have them ship cause they are pretty close.

Sure I would!

Give Kiltman kilts a try if you're a fan of the old style Utilikilts. They are just as will built and have a far better pocket system, especially if you use them for work. I've actually switched from the Workman over to Kiltman's Pubkilt for work. Both kilts are great but the Kiltman is more versatile.

Kilted and Bearded holy toledo thank you!!!

Very well made and durable.

Yes, carry a gun.

@@kiltedandbearded6895 I am so glad that I do not live in your country. I would feel very unsafe.

I can understand that and respect it, it's a cultural difference that may be hard to understand if you were not raised around guns. I will say this however, every single person I know with a concealed carry permit would be the last person to commit a violent act. They never under any circumstance brandish their weapon or cause trouble. The community I live in has had maybe two murders in 45 years, violent crime is non existent and nearly everyone carries a gun. Would be criminals know the risk therefore they don't attempt the crime. Concealed carry is a common practice here, particularly in rural communities. I spend a lot of time in the wild, encounters with bears are common and I prefer my .45 to bear spray.

@@kiltedandbearded6895 my courteously on the road improved the first day I started carrying, and my son says he had the same experience. For some reason when you're armed you become more polite toward others, and whether you're riding or on foot minor offenses are allowed to pass without so much as a second thought. Truth is I prefer the company of armed people, as a general rule they are reserved and more thoughtful in their actions. I'm confident you've experienced the same, as this seems to be a universal truth. Also you've sold me on that kilt. Looks like I could ride at highway speeds without finding the hem blowing up around my neck.

I love my Workman, it's a great kilt. If you like that type of kilt the Kiltman Pub kilt is excellent. Similar construction to Utilikilt, just as well made but quite a bit cheaper. The pocket system is much better than any other kilt I've tried. Lots of different options, easy to remove and they can be worn in the belt or attached to the kilt. The perfect kilt would be a combination of the Workman and the Pub kilt.

If it were me buying my first kilt I'd go with Kiltman. Their kilt sits on the hips like a pair of jeans and the pricing is great considering the quality and features you get. Sizing depends on the company and they all list how to measure on the websites. Some go off jean size, others go off your actual waist measurement so make sure you check. I usually size up. I measure 37" but order a size 38 in the ones that go off actual measurements. In Kiltman I size up one over my jean size. If you are looking for an inexpensive kilt that still holds up extremely well then I'd go with the Ut kilt deluxe kilt. They sit a little higher than the Kiltman (around the navel), but they are durable, light weight and comfortable. I currently own UTkilts (4 of them because of pricing and I'm reviewing them soon), Kiltman, Stumptown, Utilikilt, Angry Bastard, Sportkilt and tactikilt. My 3 favorites are Utilikilt, Angry Bastard and Kiltman. I honestly can't choose which I like better, it just depends on what I'm doing that day. Each manufacturer has their own strengths and you can't go wrong with any of them. I'll have a couple more reviews up this week that may answer more questions for you. I like to wear a kilt for at least six months before reviewing it so I know for sure how they hold up. That's why it takes so long between videos. Nobody is donating kilts to review so I have to wait to make a purchase first.

The way the kilt fits around the hips keeps it from pulling down. When I wear jeans I'm constantly pulling them up or adjusting them, I never have that problem with a kilt even with a drill hanging from it and a couple water bottles in the pockets. As far as riding a bike goes, you can do it just fine.

Fantastic!

That's the one! I'm impressed with how well the color is holding up. I have another kilt from a different manufacturer that I've had to dye twice so far and I bought them at roughly the same time. The Utilikilt is holding up extremely well, especially since I wear a kilt every day year 'round.

As well as can be expected from a soft holster. You obviously don't get the protection and confidence of kydex, but with the positioning of the pocket and the materials used it is adequate for safety.

The switchback takes some getting used to but it works great.

@@kiltedandbearded6895 thanks Steve, and I'd agree. It came in the mail yesterday, and the biggest change for me is how light it is. The Proto-Workman feels like it can stop a bullet, but the new one is a nice balance between durability and comfort