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TISSU MACKINAW [1 record]

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Record 1 1999-05-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Textile Industries
  • Fabric Nomenclature
DEF

Mackinaw. Fibre: Wool. Ordinary grade of wool and often has shoddy re-used or remanufactured wool mixed in ... Weave is concealed. Characteristics: Very heavily fulled or felted and napped on both sides ... Much of the fabric is in a plaid or large check design or brightly coloured, or different colours on each side. Heavy and thick ... Also called ski cloth or snow cloth. Uses: Miners, lumbermen, hunters, trappers, fishermen, and cowboys use much of the fabric for jackets, mackinaws and coats. Also used for blankets, shirts, and some heavy sportswear, windbreakers.

CONT

... we are pleased to offer Filson's Blanket and Lap Robe. Made from a 100% wool 35 ounce Mackinaw cloth, they will provide a lifetime of warmth.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Industries du textile
  • Nomenclature des tissus
DEF

(...) épais tissu laineux à grands carreaux, où le noir s'oppose à une couleur vive, souvent le rouge.

Key term(s)
  • Mackinac

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