Of tailoring interest: Items relating to Arthur Gardner at Ideal Clothiers Ltd, early 20th century,

comprising a cloth-bound volume containing a quantity of designs, including for Riding Trousers, Walking Breeches, Riding Breeches, Cycling Knickers, and a jacket, a small quantity of cut-out designs, the reverse of the volume containg a ledger, displaying purchases of calico and 232yds cloth, and a pair of fabric shears, by Wilkinson & Son, Sheffield

Ideal Clothiers Ltd were a clothing manufacturer in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. Established in 1900, they produced a broad output including suits and school uniforms.

shears 38cm long

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Provenance:

Arthur Gardner was the grandfather of the vendor.

Condition Report:

Wear and signs of use to the shears commensurate with age and use.
Legder with scuffs and wear to the corner. Some discolouration in places and dog-eared corners. Otherwise, good order commensurate with age.