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US Leatherneck Tartan Ancient Kilt

$140.00 - $630.00
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SKU:
KA-USMC
Homespun:
Woven in a traditional, rustic style, on a loom that produces a looser weave with slight irregularities for an authentic, hand-made look
Premium Wool:
Tightly woven in Scotland for crisp pleats and a smooth, uniform surface — no rustic irregularities like homespun
Made to Order:
Homespun - Allow 1-3 weeks for delivery. Premium Wool - Allow 4-8 weeks for delivery
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US Marine Corps Leatherneck Tartan Ancient Kilts

Celebrate Marine Corps tradition with the US Marine Corps Leatherneck Tartan Ancient Kilt, a classic style that connects Highland heritage with military pride. Unlike modern kilts, the Ancient Kilt is made from a full-width piece of fabric, pleated and wrapped around the body for a truly authentic historical look.

Choose from homespun wool with its rustic, handwoven character, or premium light-weight and medium-weight wool, woven in Scotland for durability and drape. Each kilt is carefully handmade in the USA, making it both a piece of history and a proud tribute to the Marines.

Key Features:

  • Made in the USA with tartan woven in Scotland

  • Official US Marine Corps Leatherneck Tartan

  • Available in homespun, light-weight, and medium-weight wool

  • Authentic Ancient Kilt design – the historical predecessor to the modern kilt

  • Perfect for reenactments, Highland games, ceremonies, or Marine Corps events

Sizing Options:

  • 6-yard kilt fits up to 38" waist

  • 8-yard kilt fits up to 48" waist

  • 10-yard kilt fits up to 60" waist
    If you're close to the maximum for a size, consider sizing up for better pleating and comfort.

Pleating Options:
All kilts come with pleating instructions. Add Cheater Pleats™ to have your kilt pre-pleated and ready to wear. 

What is an Ancient Kilt?

  • The Ancient Kilt is a single-width (26-30” wide) piece of tartan fabric, usually 6–10 yards long.
  • Instead of being tailored or sewn, it is gathered and belted around the waist, with the upper half draped over the shoulder, wrapped around the body, or used as a cloak.

How It Differs from Other Kilts

  • Ancient Kilt vs. Great Kilt – The Ancient kilt is 27-30” wide with 4-6 yards pleated and the rest thrown over the shoulder. The Great kilt is 54-60” wide with the bottom half pleated and the top gathered up at the shoulder.
  • Ancient Kilt vs. Phillabeg – The Phillabeg (“little kilt”) is essentially the lower half of the Ancient Kilt, without the upper portion that drapes over the shoulders.
  • Ancient Kilt vs. Modern Tailored Kilt – Modern kilts are shorter, sewn, and pleated permanently, while Ancient Kilts are just lengths of cloth gathered by hand each time they’re worn.

Custom order. Please allow 2-10 weeks for delivery.

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