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1920s Mens Knitted Woollen Swimsuit
1920smensknittedwoollenswimsuit
Fabulous New Zealand made 1920s Black Mens Knitted Woollen Swimsuit by Canterbury Pacific Swimwear.
Lane Walker Rudkin ltd, Christchurch, NZ, the company behind the Canterbury brand was established in 1904 & by 1910 it had produced its first knitted woollen swimsuits. Knitted wool was the material of choice until the 1940s when elastic fibres became more accessible.
These wonderful swim trunks are a size 30 and have a woven cotton belt with metal buckle, possibly a later addition. Featuring the stiched "Pacific" logo, they have a double layer on the front, for modesty.. There is a tiny hole centre back and another on the right side seam.. otherwise in good condition.