Virgin wool shawl cardigan inspired by Bernese mountaineers
Known as "the last problem" of the Alps, the Eiger Nordwand is a 13,000 ft. peak so formidable that it was only first climbed in 1938. It was the mountaineers brave enough to try that inspired the knitwear masters of Heimat to design this timeless Shawl Collar Cardigan. A smooth and sturdy finish and sleeves attached by hand, this heavy 5-gauge knit was crafted to last and keep in the warmth at pretty much any altitude.
Features
Sleeves and collar are attached by hand for a superior finish
Heavy-duty 5-gauge knit made from virgin wool for ultimate softness and warmth
Natural wool oils are self-cleaning and water-resistant
Features a shawl collar with square patch pockets and button front
Signature admiral stripes on the cuffs and hem inspired by Heimat’s nautical heritage
Knitted in Germany
Materials
100% Virgin wool
Sizing
This slim fit stretches and breaks in with wear, so take your normal size
If you're between sizes, we recommend sizing up
For your absolute best fit, compare your best-fitting shirt to the garment measurements chart below
Garment Measurements
S
M
L
XL
XXL
Chest
35½
37
40¼
42½
45
Body Length
22¾
24¾
26½
27½
28¾
Sleeve Length
21¼
21¾
22
23½
24¾
All measurements in inches.
How to Measure
- Garment Chest: measure on a shirt from side to side starting 1” under the armpit, multiply by 2
- Body Length: measure on a shirt from the high shoulder to the bottom hem
- Sleeve Length: measure on a shirt from the shoulder seam to the cuff opening
Care
Machine washable on 86°F wool cycle, lay flat to dry
Heimat recommends hanging out overnight instead of washing after each wear due to the self-cleaning effect of wool’s natural oils
About Heimat
Throw on one of Heimat’s sturdy knits, and you’ll quickly realize sweaters were the original performance layers. Before the whole genre of “performance outerwear” was born, the world’s fishermen, mountaineers, and Steve Zissous relied on durable sweaters like these to carry them to the horizon and back with their body temperatures intact. So it makes sense that the word Heimat in German can be roughly translated to “home away from home.” Knitted and hand finished in Germany with 100% soft and toasty wool, Heimat’s collection feels steeped in nostalgia. If you’re looking for classic everyday knitwear that would also gladly hop in your bag for an around-the-world voyage, you can’t do much better than these.
