Vintage 1940s?50s Puritan ?Natch? wool cardigan sweater in classic gray, styled in the old-school letterman tradition. Features a button front, ribbed cuffs and hem, and a clean, structured silhouette. A true mid-century piece with strong academia and Rockabilly crossover appeal. Condition Great vintage condition. No holes; only light age staining present, which may lift with cleaning (not guaranteed). Stored for 70 years. Provenance Note Puritan ?Natch? was a respected American knitwear label producing durable wool sweaters during the mid-20th century. Cardigans of this type were widely worn in high schools and colleges, becoming iconic in sportswear and everyday leisure dress. Surviving examples in wearable condition are highly collectible for their Americana and varsity associations. Style Aesthetics ? Academia / old-school letterman ? collegiate 40s?50s look ? Collector?s Puritan Natch label ? heritage knitwear ? Sustainably vintage wool garment, not fast fashion ? Rockabilly crossover ? retro menswear styling ? Historic sportswear appeal ? varsity cardigan Styling Tips Pair with cuffed jeans or trousers for true 1950s casualwear. Layer over an oxford shirt for a scholarly academia look. Great for film/theater costuming or vintage sportswear displays. Measurements (laid flat, inches) Chest (pit to pit): 20" (40" around) Length: 25" Shoulders: 17" Sleeve (from shoulder): 23" Approx. Modern Size + Fit Guide Best fits Men?s Medium (38?40 chest). Classic varsity cardigan cut. Fabric / Materials Gray wool knit; button front; ribbed cuffs and hem; Puritan ?Natch? label. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? 1940s?50s Puritan Natch cardigan, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Thanks for shopping at the Cats Pajamas! CONDITION: All items are sold as is and leave from a smoke-free, pet-free environment. Unless noted, there are no smells or flaws. SHIPPING: We offer 2 day handling normally and can send Express or FedEx as well. We can combine shipping, and if that doesn't work thru the system, put items in a cart and request an invoice. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Please note, you will be responsible for import taxes or other customs fees (if applicable) for your package. We cannot provide inaccurate information to customs officials. Satisfaction GUARANTEED! Miss Kitty knows it is hard to buy items with just our ( sometimes) great photos and a witty description. About Us: The Cats Pajamas has been in operation since 1980 and on-line since 1996. Miss Kitty has built a completely devoted clientele, including clothing designers, film costume designers, and lots of wonderful customers like you! Please, let me know if there are any issues with your order.