Stewart Hunting Ancient Tartan 8 Yard Kilt | Royal House Day Wool Kilts

Stewart Hunting Ancient Tartan 8-Yard Scottish Highland Kilt

Stand firm in weathered elegance with our Stewart Hunting Ancient Tartan 8 Yard Scottish Kilt—the distinguished day wear choice for descendants of the Royal House. Featuring the muted forest greens, driftwood browns, and aged navy blues of the Hunting Ancient palette, this traditional 8-yard kilt honors the hardy heritage of the Stewart kings while offering practical sophistication for outdoor Highland gatherings.

The Royal House: Stewart Heritage

As Scotland's longest-reigning royal dynasty, the House of Stewart shaped the nation's destiny for over three centuries. The Hunting Ancient tartan displays their pattern in vegetable-dyed tones reminiscent of the 18th century—softened emerald greens, weathered tans, and slate blues that replicate the authentic appearance of tartans worn when Stewart princes hunted the Highland forests.

Hunting Ancient: Weathered Royal Dignity

The Hunting sett replaces the bold scarlet of Royal Stewart with practical greens and browns suited for field and forest, while the Ancient colorway softens these to muted, earthy hues. Expect gentle sage greens, heather browns, and faded navy checks that evoke the aged tartans preserved in Royal collections—perfect for daytime events, Highland games, and country pursuits where subtle dignity prevails over flamboyance.

Traditional 8-Yard Highland Construction

• Stewart Hunting Ancient Sett: Royal pattern in weathered green, driftwood brown, and slate blue
• 16oz Heavy Worsted Wool: Premium Scottish-woven for outdoor durability and pleat retention
• Hand-Pleated to Sett: Pattern matched at knife pleats for perfect continuity
• Selvedge Edge Finish: Traditional unhemmed raw woven edge
• Double-Fringed Apron: Hand-finished with decorative fringe
• Cotton Canvas Lining: Full interior structure for comfort and pleat stability
• 3 Leather Buckle Straps: Adjustable closure with rust-resistant hardware
• Belt Loop Integration: Standard spacing for day wear belts and sporran chains

Versatile Day Wear Elegance

The Hunting Ancient palette complements Lovat green tweed jackets, brown leather day sporrans, and earth-toned Highland accessories. Ideal for Balmoral-style country pursuits, Highland games, outdoor weddings, and those who prefer the quiet authority of weathered royalty over bright modern display.

Precision Measurement

Critical: Measure firmly around your navel (natural waist), not trouser waist. Scottish kilt sizing runs 2-4 inches larger than modern pants.

• Standard length: 24 inches (mid-knee)
• Custom lengths available for proper proportion
• Buckle adjustment range: ±1.5 inches

Care & Preservation

Dry clean only to maintain the weathered Ancient wool tones. Store folded with cedar blocks to prevent moth damage.

Stand Firm. Wear Stewart Hunting Ancient with quiet royal pride. Authentic Highland kilts by Skyland Outfit.