{"product_id":"renforts-coudes-genoux-vintage-marine-pvc-neufs-france-annees-70-patchs","title":"New old stock vintage marine PVC elbow and knee patches from 1970s France","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lot includes a pair of elbow and knee patches, visible in their original packaging. Each piece features a classic oval shape, suitable for repairing or reinforcing clothing in high-wear areas. The color displayed is a matte, uniform, patternless navy blue, typical of utilitarian textile accessories from the 1970s. A small tone-on-tone blue circle is visible in the center of each patch, a characteristic detail of some vintage models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible side shows a smooth, slightly satin finish, reminiscent of the PVC mentioned on the packaging. The edges are clean, with no apparent perforations, indicating a sew-on model, by hand or machine, as specified on the card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe original packaging is preserved, with a pink card bearing the text \"renforts pour coudes et genoux\" (elbow and knee reinforcements) and the mention \"PVC, supporte le lavage\" (PVC, washable). The brand identifiable by the stylized \"NS\" logo and the color reference \"MARINE\" are present. An old price is still visible, attesting to the authenticity of vintage stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of patch is designed to extend the life of clothing, particularly sweaters, jackets, or pants, by adding a discreet and abrasion-resistant protective layer to the most stressed areas. The visual appearance clearly evokes utilitarian French manufacturing from the 70s to 80s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is preserved under clear plastic, allowing for an assessment of its new old stock condition, with no signs of use or visible alteration on the exposed side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, new old stock, never used, in its original sealed packaging. The packaging shows slight storage marks with no impact on the patches themselves. Sold as is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Sew-on PVC patches were widely used in Europe from the 1970s onwards to repair children's and work clothes. Their washable surface allowed for greater longevity than classic fabric patches, while being easy to apply without specialized tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast and careful shipping. Professional packaging to ensure the safety of the item until it reaches its destination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: vintage clothing patch, textile reinforcement, antique kneepad, sew-on elbow pad, elbow patch, knee patch, navy PVC, clothing repair, retro sewing accessory, 1970s France, patchwork, blue elbow knee reinforcement\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54287184331079,"sku":"e7bf4e8b-9efd-431f-b7af-fc5128173dbe-PA0.37","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_5d8c9993-d7cc-4a00-b023-d75b3a99c239.jpg?v=1783141451","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/renforts-coudes-genoux-vintage-marine-pvc-neufs-france-annees-70-patchs","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}