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This heavy-duty, authentic vintage piece features a classic mid-century collegiate aesthetic. It was manufactured by Recknagel & Sons Co. under their specialized athletic knitwear label, RecKnit, which operated out of Springvale, Maine.
During the 1940s and 1950s, RecKnit was a notable regional manufacturer of high-quality award sweaters and letterman cardigans for universities and high schools across the country. Sweaters from this era are heavily sought after by collectors for their thick, durable weave and timeless Americana style.
