UT Kilts "The Deluxe Utility Kilt, Modern Kilt, Men's Kilt

Like at least one other review I saw, I purchased a kilt from DNKE and UTKilt. And I’ve got to be honest, both kilts are amazing! There are several notable differences and I’ll try to get the big ones while keeping this brief. First off, for full disclosure, this was my first kilt experience (though I’ve been debating for a few years on getting one) and I purchased both kilts at the same time.When I trusted my measurements, both kilts fit perfect. My UTKilt I order a 42 and it fit perfectly. I saw a review on DNKE suggesting ordering a size larger and my initial purchase was too large as a result. I ordered the lg/xl and after a painless return through amazon, then purchased a large which was intended for 41-42” waists. Get a cloth tape and trust the measurement around your navel!Now onto the differences. The DNKE sport utility is a really sturdy fabric and when I’ve taken it hiking (see picture on waterfall) I really appreciate the durability of it as I foraged through briars and up a small rock face completely uninhibited by modern traditional bifurcated men’s lower wear. UTKilts fabric is thinner and more flexible, though it’s not a drawback to me. I recently wore my UTKilt on a short fishing trip and actually preferred it’s thinner fabric as I couldn’t feel the weight of it while it was worn. For casual environments I preferred the UTKilt whereas a more rugged environment finds me preferring the more robust fabric of the DNKE, though in practice I imagine from consistent wear of both, that either kilt would be an excellent choice for any activity.I preferred the button closure of my UTKilt over the button closure on the DNKE, but DNKE included an extra package of replacement buttons in the left side pocket which was a really nice consideration. The flip side is I prefer the waist straps on the DNKE. I don’t have qualitative reasoning for these two differences apart from personal feel after two weeks of consistent kilt wearing.The DNKE has little D rings below the belt loops and while I haven’t utilized them, I see great customizability due to their presence and find the look appealing. The UTKilt lacks these which gives it a different, almost formal, appearance. I personally enjoy the look of the D rings.However, while near the belt loops, I prefer the UTKilts belt loop setup more. Both are absolutely serviceable and look good but the UTKilt has a second loop directly next to the loop on the edge of the apron and I find that it makes putting a belt on much easier (as though it were hard in the first place). It’s not a big deal either way, just something I noticed to be more pleasant to me.The side pockets on the DNKE are nicer than the ones on the UTKilt due to the material thickness not letting all the extras in my pockets poke me and the layout of accessory storage on them feel more natural to me. My UTKilt has two back pockets as opposed to the single rear pocket on the DNKE, which I’ve found to be useful more than once although it wouldn’t be the deciding factor for me personally.All in all they’re both amazing so if you have the funds, get one of each and you can decide which is better though I’d almost guarantee that you’ll love both. And lastly a note about my experience wearing kilts in public the last two weeks. By far the response has been overwhelmingly great. It shows off your masculine figure in a way that pants don’t and women that normally wouldn’t go out of their way to talk to me have been striking up conversations with me just to compliment it. The combination of supreme comfort and the steady flow of female appreciation has boosted my confidence so much, could it do the same for you? I’ve only dealt with a few snarky comments but typically after you ask them, “are you worried that your girl will see something she likes, or are you worried that you might?” They get squeamish and leave well enough alone. Get a kilt and enjoy your “freedom from pants prison” :)

I have fallen in love with UT Kilts, I have a Black Standard, and Tartan Standard, and THIS the camo Ripstop deluxeFollow the measuring guide and you’ll have a fit so perfect you will find your pants unworthy of gracing your loinsBrice’s customer service is top notch, the sewing is great, the fit is perfect, and the materials are great.Between my three kilts from him, the deluxe is my favorite. His standard is great, but warm, his polyviscose tartan is gorgeous, and is my go to for a dressy/louder lookIf you’re a first time kilt buyer, like I was a few months ago, for replacing shorts, his rip stop option fits the bill perfectly, the tartan is equally as light, but dressier. The standard is heavy and surprisingly warm this is my designated wear for shorts and hoodie weatherStop reading my drunk ramblings, buy the kilt, and wear the damn thing

Kilt as described. Seems to be strong quality material.

Bought the blackout one for my husband for his b-day - measured using the proper method and if fits just right. It's good quality fabric and hardware - my only gripe is that the stitching looked slightly frayed after the very first wash, which was in cold water/cool dryer and by itself. But all in all, a solid piece for everyday wear for the price, and my husband loves it!

I couldn't decide between two very similar, high quality kilts from two different manufacturers, so I ordered one of each to see & wear each of them in order to choose the one I liked best to keep & to send back the other. I hope this review helps you to choose between these two popular kilts.I ordered the "UT Kilts" Men's Deluxe Blackout Utility Kilt and also ordered a "Damn Near Kilt 'Em" (DNKE) Men's Sport Utility Kilt. Both kilts were in black. The UT Kilt has black snap buttons and the DNKE has satin brass snap buttons. They both have nice, deep pockets and sturdy belt loops. I'm 5'10" and both kilts were a very good length: The top of the kilts started at my lower rib area (above my naval) and went down to the top of my knees. Both kilts were priced exactly the same too. (At this time they both were priced at $79.00 USD each.) I comfortably wear a 36 in jeans and I measured a 40 for a kilt so I ordered that size in the UT Kilt & "M-L" in the DKNE Kilt. BOTH kilts fit me perfectly too. I LIKE the UT Kilt, it's made out of a very durable & heavy 100% cotton fabric, but, I REALLY LOVE the DNKE Kilt because it's fabric is so much softer to the touch and although it seems just as heavy & durable, it just drapes on you much better and sways a bit with you as you walk. The UT Kilt is very stiff, similar to a thick heavy canvas. I think washing it would only make it stiffer too. Possibly after many, many washings it might loosen up to sway & drape on you as a good Kilt should, I just wanted to wear a proper kilt right away, and have it behave & look as a proper kilt should look.Cheers!