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Alps & Meters

Alps & Meters Ski Race Knit Kandahar

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DESCRIPTIONS:

It was during the early 20th century that the men and women of polo grounds, tennis courts, and rugby pitches transitioned to the slopes, bringing with them a refined sense of style and camaraderie. Among the pioneers of this golden era of alpine sport was the esteemed Kandahar Ski Club, founded in 1924 in Mürren, Switzerland. More than a hub for sport, the Kandahar Club embodied the spirit of alpine fellowship—an ethos of shared adventure, timeless elegance, and respect for the mountains of the Alps. Richly intertwined with the history of Swiss ski culture and the Kandahar Club’s Murren origins, Alps & Meters’ Ski Race Knit Kandahar boldly features the iconic Swiss cross as a as a tribute to the pioneers of skiing and the traditions they helped establish. This emblem stands as a mark of excellence, adventure, and the unbreakable bonds formed on snow-covered slopes. Made in Italy and crafted of light & luxurious Italian cotton fibers, every stitch of this Spring & Autumnal knit honors those intrepid souls who laid the foundation for modern alpine sport with grand camaraderie and in timeless style.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

Italian Craft & Quality: Made in Italy of soft, luxurious Italian cotton delivery a light hand, rich texture, and lasting & timeless European quality.

Alpine Tradition: Adopted by the Founding Fathers of the Kandahar Club of Murren, Switzerland, while bodly displaying the iconic uniform Swiss Cross, this warm weather knit harkens back to the handsome & original alpine sweaters of Spring-Summer worn amidst the early 20th century Alps.

Classic Fit: Constructed with s classic fit designed for the Gentleman Sportsmen's Spring-Summer social & high street occassions.