Description
These period Edison Knickers are fashioned from sturdy chocolate brown corduroy, a fabric prized in earlier times for its resilience and ability to retain warmth. Tailored for young lads, these knee-length trousers feature a back button closure that secures the waist with a firm fit, while elastic cuffs at the leg openings keep the fabric neatly in place, preventing it from bunching during energetic activities. Such practical details were common in boys’ clothing from the late 19th to early 20th centuries, combining functional tailoring with youthful ease of movement. These knickers were often worn by boys engaged in outdoor pursuits such as golf, baseball, or street trades like newsboys, making them a fitting garment for historical reenactments or stage portrayals of that era.
| Medium | Large | |
| Waist | 25″ | 27″ |
| Hips | 30″ | 34″ |
Fun fact: Boys’ Edison Knickers became a staple of early 20th-century youthwear, often seen on boys playing baseball or hawking newspapers, embodying a blend of practicality and the spirited nature of childhood in that period.
