VTG 1970s Patagonia Chouinard Supergaiters Great Pacific Iron Works SZ 28 RARE

Up for sale is an incredibly rare, museum-grade pair of vintage 1970s Chouinard Supergaiters. These iconic gaiters were designed by legendary outdoor innovator Peter Carman and manufactured right here in the USA by Yvon Chouinard's pre-Patagonia company, The Great Pacific Iron Works out of Ventura, California. * Total Outer Rand Length: Approx. 13 inches (measured along the bottom yellow rand from the absolute back edge of the heel to the front tip of the toe). * Total Vertical Height: Approx. 21 inches (measured from the bottom edge straight up to the very top of the blue nylon cuff). * Sizing Note: The inner tag reads Size 28. In vintage mountaineering gear, this indicates that the gaiters are built to fit over a climber's heavy winter mountaineering boot that has an exterior sole length of roughly 28 centimeters (typically corresponding to a modern Men's US shoe size 9-10). The gaiter's rigid bottom base measures 13 inches so it can fit entirely around the outside bulk of the boot sole. Excellent condition with a very sleek look overall. There are just a few minimal spots of light dirt from previous light use, but no major stains, damage, or heavy wear. The original woven tags are in beautiful, crisp, excellent condition and completely legible. Very rare colorway! Please See Photos! SMOKE FREE HOME! SUPER FAST SHIPPING! BIN 1