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2023.153.10
Title
Champion Wool Hooded Sports Jacket
Date(s)
- undated [1965-1967] (Creation)
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(1938-)
Administrative history
The company was established in 1919 by the Feinbloom Brothers as "Knickerbocker Knitting Company. The name was changed to Champion in 1938 and was patented in 1952. Today the company is owned by American apparel company Hanesbrands and is known for selling sports, casualwear, footwear and accessories.
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Dark red wool hooded sports jacket with metal zip front fastening. It has white flocking ‘F M A’ appliqued to the left chest. Drawstrings of dark red cord around the hood and bottom hem. Slanted welted hand warmer pockets to each side of the front at waist. Elasticated hems at cuffs.
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Label: CHAMPION/ KNITWEAR CO. INC. RN 26094/ X-LARGE/ MADE IN U.S.A
Measurement: 63cm [Chest]; 89cm [Length]
Details: Zip Front; Hood
Material: Wool
Condition: Worn
Measurement: 63cm [Chest]; 89cm [Length]
Details: Zip Front; Hood
Material: Wool
Condition: Worn