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Genuine, Traditional Guernsey Sweaters
£89.00
Straight away the feel and smell of the wool in this traditional
Guernsey sweater reminds you of the sea. Made from English worsted yarn specially waxed to make it water-repellent, yet colourfast, these sweaters just seem to improve with age and wear. The yarn-making process and pattern have been handed down through the generations - the sweater produced today would still be recognised by a
Guernsey fishermen of 400 years ago, or even Nelson, who chose them for the Royal Navy.
These days, of course, they're made partly by machine, all in theBritish Isles , but still hand-finished by islanders in the Bailiwick of Guernsey. This type of sweater is traditionally worn tight, next to the skin, so these sizes are actual garment measurements. If you prefer a looser fit, or to wear a shirt beneath, we recommend ordering one or two sizes larger.
Reviewed in Watercraft Magazine, David Parker described them as: "comfortable without being baggy, very warm and like all good classic designs they've got nothing to do with fashion which suits me fine." He also bought the sample!
These days, of course, they're made partly by machine, all in the
Reviewed in Watercraft Magazine, David Parker described them as: "comfortable without being baggy, very warm and like all good classic designs they've got nothing to do with fashion which suits me fine." He also bought the sample!
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