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Alps & Meters Alpine Guide Sweater - Men's

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Alpine Guide Sweater

Tailored to the needs of the mountain lifestyle, the Alps & Meters Men's Alpine Guide Sweater is made with a combination of high-quality lambswool and nylon, making this vintage-inspired piece ideal for on-mountain and around-town wear. The knit construction is soft, breathable, and insulating, allowing the sweater to be worn either on its own or beneath a shell on snowy days, while the waxed canvas shoulders increase durability and water resistance. The pockets are designed to repel moisture to protect contents from moisture when you're on the mountain, and ribbed elbows are specifically designed to promote mobility and increase the sweater's durability. The regular fit has that classic look and feel that works so well both on and off the mountain, and the streamlined sleeves help give the Alpine Guide a slim look and reduce bulk when worn as a midlayer.
  • A mountain-ready sweater for skiing and outdoor wear
  • Lambswool blend is soft, insulating, and breathable
  • British Millerain waxed canvas shoulders resist wear
  • Water-resistant pockets protect contents from moisture
  • Ribbed elbows increase durability and mobility
  • Classic fit with form-fitting cuffs with thumbholes
  • Alps & Meters specializes in vintage-inspired ski wear
  • Item #AAM0004
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Material
[body] lambswool, nylon blend, [shoulders] British Millerain waxed canvas
Fit
regular
Style
mock-neck
Pockets
2 zippered hand, 1 chest
Thumbholes
yes
Recommended Use
casual, skiing
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year
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Sweet looking sweater

Fit:
True to size
Size Bought
L
Height
5` 10"
Weight
185 lbs

Purchased the grey sweater - has an old school look with a few modern touches. Feels lightweight and looks great. True to size. Looking forward to wearing when temperature drops.

Yep. New "Favourite" Sweater

Familiarity:
I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
Fit:
True to size
Size Bought
Large
Height
6` 2"
Weight
195 lbs

True to size, great design, love this sweater. Has a very British military feel, especially the grey with olive patches and orange accents-- A few items to note that may help others: 1. True to size. If you look at some older reviews, they say "small" or "size up". Don't let this throw you--Alps & Meters must have listened and adjusted their sizing because Large = Large here. 2. Contrary to one of the pictures here, there are no thumb holes on the cuffs. That said... 3. The arms are plenty long, and so is the body. I'm 6'2", 35" sleeve length, 44" chest, 35" waist, and the large fits me perfectly. If there is one thing I would have preferred it would be a little more tapered athletic fit through the waist. I would not size down, as a medium would be too small through the shoulders. 4. I was a little concerned about the kangaroo pockets, that they would contribute bulk like a hooded sweatshirt. I was pleasantly surprised that the liner inside the sweater is low bulk and creates no extra bulge. It makes perfect sense, because the warm air should be trapped inside the sweater, so why would you insulate the pocket? Nice design, A&M. 5. This sweater is 80% wool, 20% nylon. This helps the sweater keep shape and lowers overall heft while keeping it comfortable across a range of temps. I could see wearing this as a layer piece or as a jacket substitute, estimate comfort at 40-70 degrees F. Not cheap, but a great old school throwback item. My new favorite.

Awesome Ski Sweater

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer
Fit:
True to size
Size Bought
Medium
Height
5` 8"
Weight
170 lbs

The Perfect Ski Sweater! Feels great on, looks amazing and i can wear it work all week. Fits true to size.

Classic Ski sweater

This is a really well designed Ski guid sweater. Not only is it functional on the slopes but it is stylish enough for everyday wear. The wool is durable so you may need to wear something under neath to prevent irritation from the wool. It fits true to size

Size up

Familiarity:
I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions
Fit:
Runs small
Size Bought
Large
Height
5` 9"
Weight
165 lbs

Thanks to the first reviewer, I sized it up and it fit just right. I am usually a medium but large fits real well. Nice design (bought the gray sweater) and touches. The lambswool isn't as soft as I would like - still itchy - something to note.

I agree with you Jeremy, size up for this Sweater for a more comfortable fit.

Subtle luxe

Familiarity:
I've used it several times
Fit:
Runs small
Size Bought
medium
Height
5` 10"
Weight
165 lbs

I had the opportunity to wear this around the office for a week or so, and was very impressed. Most impressive was the amount of compliments I received and the amount of questions I received as to the ability to procure an Alps and Meters sweater for their own use! This sweater fits slim, so I would recommend going true to size if you are looking for that lean look, or going up one size if you are wanting to wear a layer underneath and like the fit to be a bit longer.

What is the country of origin?

DESIGNED IN NEW ENGLAND, USA

can this item be machine washed? thank you=)

Hey Blake, Always feel free to reach out to me directly with these sort of questions. As your account manager, I am here to be your personal point of contact for our company and am here to guide you through anything you need to know in regards to gear or the outdoors. As it pertains to this garment, I suggest hand washing it with a light detergent or woollite. You will want to use a cool water temperature and after washing it, lay it flat to dry. For any additional questions, give me a call directly at 801-204-4679, or shoot me an email at sarruabarrena@backcountry.com. Enjoy!