ZIPPER GEAR

ZIPPER GEAR
A Collector’s Study of American Zippers, 1890s–1930s

Following FULL GEAR, renowned American vintage clothing researcher Mitsuhiro Aota presents his second major research work.

Based on Aota’s years of collecting and research, ZIPPER GEAR examines the history and development of American zippers from the 1890s through the 1930s, viewed from the perspective of a dedicated collector.

Rather than focusing solely on finished garments, this book turns its attention to one of the most fascinating details in vintage clothing—the zipper itself.

Through carefully documented examples and extensive research, Aota explores the evolution of early American zippers, their construction, features and variations, offering an in-depth look at the hardware that played a crucial role in the development of American clothing.

This is a rare reference for anyone interested in American vintage clothing, antique zippers, vintage hardware and early American manufacturing.

For serious collectors, ZIPPER GEAR offers a unique perspective that goes beyond the surface of vintage garments, revealing the history hidden in their smallest details.

Specifications

• Format: B5
• First Edition, First Printing: January 30, 2013
• 248 pages

判型：B5判
2013年1月30日 / 第1版 1刷 / 248ページ

FULL GEARに続く第2弾として青田充弘氏が著した一冊。青田氏の長年にわたる研究が纏められています。

「本書は、1890年代から1930年代にかけてのアメリカのジッパーをコレクターの視点でまとめた研究書です」（本書前書きより引用）