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A.G. Spalding & Bross" led the American athletic brand from the early to mid-1900s. A.G. Spalding & Bros. has produced numerous masterpieces during this period, and its products, including sweatshirts, are still supported and appreciated as a special presence in the vintage industry. The legendary brand, which has been eagerly awaited for a revival, has finally made its move this season. Here we introduce three representative items of the new "A.G. Spalding & Bros. The distinctive designs have been retained, but the materials and silhouettes have been updated, so please take a look at the new "A.G. Spalding & Bros.

Originally developed as a bench warmer jacket, the Sideline Parka is double-faced and has a moderately large silhouette. . To reproduce this fabric feel, a hang-knit, lined fabric made in Wakayama was used. Iconic details such as the boxing glove pockets and the cross-necked hoodie are well reproduced.

(L) Hand warmer pockets shaped like boxing gloves, one of the iconic details of the Sideline Parka. (M) The edges of the hood are treated with a lockstitch. Note the overlapping front mating area. (R) The double-faced lining with symbiotic fabric provides ample volume. Of course, it also has excellent heat retention properties.

The football shirt, originally made of wool jersey fabric, has been reconstructed in comfortable cotton. . The characteristic ribbed shoulder panels and underarm gussets are, of course, utilized. . This is also a sweatshirt made in Wakayama using an old-style fishing knitting machine. The sleeves and other parts have been modified to create a slimmer, more modern silhouette.

(L) Ribbed neck and shoulders. The light gray color scheme gives it a classic vintage sweatshirt look. (M) The underarms are ribbed in the same way. By using stretchy knitted fabric in the areas where the wearer moves frequently, this item is designed to function as athletic wear. (R) The fluffy lining provides a very comfortable fit.

Reproduction of a sweatshirt from the Genesis era, when the transition from wool to cotton took place around the 1930s. It has a V-shaped gusset at the front and back of the neck , so called "double-V" specification. The body is made in the round body, and you can experience the softness that only a wool-lined fabric made on a suspension knitting machine can provide. The hem is ribbed with a deep V-shaped cut, another symbolic design.

(L) V-shaped gussets are placed on the front and back of the neck. (Left) Vintage sweatshirt with V-shaped gussets on the front and back of the neck, which function as a sweatband and reinforcement. (M) Long ribs at the sleeves are cut in a V-shape on the inside. This improves the fit and also enhances warmth retention by keeping the heat inside. This is a detail known as a typical A.G. Spalding & Bros. design. (Right) The body is made of a round body with no seams on either side.