Keep it long, treasure it long.

Dependable both on and off the job.

You'll be amazed at how smooth this knit item from JOHN SMEDLEY is. Finely knitted knits are called fine gauge knits, and the soft, thin yarns are beautifully knitted to create an appealing look.

From JOHN SMEDLEY, we present this cotton knit pullover with a simple yet relaxed silhouette. The sleeves have turn-back ribbing that can be folded back to add a subtle design. The 5/4 sleeves provide good coverage for your arms, and are perfect for a wide range of occasions, both on and off the job. Even on days when a T-shirt feels a little too casual, you can enjoy the elegant look of this knit material.

Carefully Selected Materials

At JOHN SMEDLEY, we use Sea Island cotton, which we judge to be the best quality for that season. Sea Island cotton is a type of cotton that was originally grown on islands off the coast of Georgia in the United States. After that, it was transferred from America to various parts of the world, including the West Indies, and is highly regarded for its quality.

Sea Island cotton requires the right climate, soil, and precise agricultural techniques, and it is said that it can only grow in land with the right conditions. Its high quality is such that there was a custom of encouraging the use of Sea Island cotton in the British royal family. Elizabeth I used Sea Island cotton for sheets and negligees, and since then it has been known as a status symbol for the British aristocracy and gentlemen.

This turn-back 5-sleeve cotton knit pullover S4749 is knitted with Sea Island cotton. It has a smooth texture that feels good against the skin, and the fine fabric is so comfortable that you will forget that it is knit. The parts such as the cuffs, hem, and seams between the body and cuffs are carefully knitted, so it fits your body nicely when you put your sleeves through. It is thin, so it does not make you look bulky, and you can wear it as an inner layer for cardigans and jackets in chilly seasons.

Traditions and techniques inherited

JOHN SMEDLEY was founded in Derbyshire, England in 1784 by Peter Nightingale and John Smedley. When the company was first established, it started with spinning cotton and making fabric, and by the end of the 18th century, it had begun to manufacture woolen fabrics and socks. In 1819, John Smedley's son, John II, took over at the young age of 24 and established a policy that all processes from spinning to knitting and sewing should be carried out in-house. This policy became the driving force behind JOHN SMEDLEY's rise from a small spinning factory to a known knitwear manufacturer. In addition, the fourth generation introduced the most advanced spinning and knitting machines at the time and began manufacturing fine gauge knitwear.