1960s Men’s Turlan Cardigan Jacket Knitting Pattern PDF – Chest 36–46

1960s Men’s Turlan Cardigan Jacket

The Turlan Jacket is a restrained 1960s men’s cardigan with straight front edges, patch pockets, and a clean stockinette body. “Turlan” is the archival design name; “men’s cardigan jacket” is the shopper-facing description.

Original Sizing

Chest: 36–38, 40–42, and 44–46 in. Blocking chest: 39 (43–47) in.

Original Materials & Yarn

Reynolds Versailles, 9 (10–11) balls. One pair each No. 4 and No. 8 needles; 1½ yd of 2-in grosgrain ribbon; 1 button.

Gauge

Stockinette on No. 8 needles: 9 stitches = 2 in.; 6 rows = 1 in.

Construction & Technique

Classic cardigan/jacket construction with ribbed lower edges and cuffs, patch pockets, and ribbon-faced fronts.

Modern Maker’s Notes

Choose size by chest inches and blocking measurements. Swatch after washing, test grosgrain against the finished knit, and stabilize front edges without making them rigid. Match yarn by fabric behavior rather than vintage brand name.

Then & Now

Its pared-back shape works with wool trousers, denim or chinos; neutral grey, navy, camel or cream makes the mid-century line especially clear.

Digital Download & Printing

Digital historical knitting pattern PDF only. Print at 100% / Actual Size.

Explore Men’s Vintage Patterns. Historical context: FIT 1960–1969.