RARE Jantzen Ken Venturi Striped Golf Cardigan Sweater 1960s

This RARE Jantzen cardigan Golf Sweater is part of the iconic Ken Venturi golf collection. A classic piece of mid-century sportswear, it features a distinctive vertical stripe pattern in a vibrant palette of red, yellow, blue, and green set against a deep charcoal knit background. Ken Venturi was the 1964 U.S. Open champion and this style of cardigan sweater was a professional golf fashion staple in the 1960s. Athletes like Frank Gifford, Bob Cousy, and Tom Holley advertised these Jantzen Golf Sweaters (photos #7, #8). The tagline for the campaign was "Sweaters to Putt By". Tailored with extra room in the shoulders for a free golf swing. Crafted with a classic V-neckline, a five-button front closure. and featuring ribbed cuffs and hem to provide a custom, secure fit, characteristic of the high-quality knitwear Jantzen was known for. •Material: Blend of alpaca and wool •Size: XL