Sizing: No size is indicated on this vintage curling sweater, and although this should fit a large size and would fit about a men’s size 42 to 44 - in any case, please rely on the following measurements for fit, noting the stretch of the knit:

Shoulders:  19” across, estimated due to raglan sleeve

Sleeves: 26” long from the estimated shoulder with the cuff unturned

Sleeve Inseam:  18 1/2” 

Chest: 46” around, taken under the arms

Bottom:  38” around, unstretched, stretches out to 46”

Overall length: 30”, measured flat at the back from the neck seam

This is a vintage curling sweater sweater made in a cowichan style.  In Canada, cowichans are referred to as curling sweaters, so this pattern is very apropos.  This vintage curling sweater was hand knit using a Paton’s pattern.  Paton’s was originally a Scottish company founded in 1814.  It merged with J&J Baldwin and expanded globally with a factory in Canada as well as New Zealand and Australia, eventually merging with J&P Coats in 1961.  This vintage curling sweater is made in a cream white colour with pattern detailing in red and black.  The sweater does up with metal Lash brand zipper. It has a rounded collar, inset sleeves and there is a pocket at either lower front side.  It is lined through the body in cotton muslin.  

Condition: This vintage curling sweater is in very good condition except for a tear at the upper lining (see last close-up photo). Otherwise, no pronounced wear (except for some minor piling), tear, soiling or odour.

This is a great looking cowichan style vintage curling sweater - great for the curler, nice to find in this large size….original example in a heavier weight wool yarn!