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Feinstrick

English translation: fine-gauge knitwear

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German term or phrase:Feinstrick
English translation:fine-gauge knitwear
Entered by: Alison Schwitzgebel

09:10 Jul 20, 2005
German to English translations [PRO]
Tech/Engineering - Textiles / Clothing / Fashion
German term or phrase: Feinstrick
Same translation -
"Feinstrick aus Seide/Baumwollmischungen"
Fine knitwear?
Schnappy (X)
Local time: 11:18
fine gauge
Explanation:
is the term I've seen used by various mail order companies.

"Lands' End Womens Short Sleeve Fine Gauge Jewelneck Sweater
100% Peruvian Pima cotton. Layers easily with coordinating sweaters. Fully fashioned for a comfortable fit. Hip length is flattering and versatile. Natural Fit: classic; neither too slim nor too loose."

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Note added at 9 mins (2005-07-20 09:20:26 GMT)
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In your specific context I would say \"fine gauge knitwear\".

HTH

Alison
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Alison Schwitzgebel
France
Local time: 11:18
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feinstrick
fine gauge


Explanation:
is the term I've seen used by various mail order companies.

"Lands' End Womens Short Sleeve Fine Gauge Jewelneck Sweater
100% Peruvian Pima cotton. Layers easily with coordinating sweaters. Fully fashioned for a comfortable fit. Hip length is flattering and versatile. Natural Fit: classic; neither too slim nor too loose."

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Note added at 9 mins (2005-07-20 09:20:26 GMT)
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In your specific context I would say \"fine gauge knitwear\".

HTH

Alison


    Reference: http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?BV_SessionID=@@@@0...
Alison Schwitzgebel
France
Local time: 11:18
Native speaker of: Native in EnglishEnglish, Native in GermanGerman
PRO pts in category: 37
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Peer comments on this answer (and responses from the answerer)
agree  sylvie malich (X): fine guage knitwear
6 mins

agree  Lori Dendy-Molz: "fine-gauge knitwear" (with hyphen)
10 mins

agree  Mario Marcolin
8 hrs
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