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VINTAGE 1930s - 1940s HEAVYWEIGHT WOOL SHAKER KNIT LETTERMAN SWEATER - TKT FELT PATCH
Exceptional early-to-mid 20th century (1930s–1940s) vintage heavy wool letterman sweater in natural cream/off-white. Features a heavy-gauge shaker knit construction, overlapping shawl V-neck collar, long ribbed fold-over cuffs, and a stitched navy blue felt letterman/fraternity patch across the chest reading "TKT".
DETAILS & FEATURES:
- Era: 1930s / 1940s Vintage
- Style: Letterman Pullover / Shawl V-Neck
- Material: 100% Heavy Wool Shaker Knit
- Color: Cream / Ivory with Navy Blue Patch
- Patch: Multi-piece felt letter patch ("TKT")
- Construction: Heavy gauge knit, deep elastic ribbed hem, long cuffs designed to roll up
FLAT MEASUREMENTS (See Ruler Photos):
- Pit-to-Pit: ~17.5 inches (~35 inch chest unstretched; heavy stretch in wool knit)
- Length (Top Collar/Shoulder Seam to Bottom Hem): ~24.5 - 25 inches
- Sleeve Length (Shoulder to Cuff Edge): ~22.5 inches (cuffed)
CONDITION DETAILS:
- Vintage pre-owned condition consistent with age (approx. 80-90 years old).
- Tag: Original neck tag is missing (black attachment threads remain at back inner collar).
- Fabric: Extremely sturdy and thick wool knit structure.
- Aging/Marks: Faint scattered age spotting/discoloration on the lower front body, back, and a small dark mark on the sleeve (see detailed photos). No major holes or moth damage found.
SHIPPING & HANDLING:
- Carefully packaged and shipped promptly via USPS Ground Advantage.
- Combined shipping available for multi-item orders.
Please review all pictures and ruler measurement photos to verify exact fit prior to purchasing. Feel free to send a message with any questions!