Fisherman's "Barkit" Jumper
Datec.1900
Object NameJumper
Mediumwool
ClassificationsFishing
DimensionsOverall (Height x Width): 740 × 1600mm
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS091273
About MeAn example of clothing worn by great line and herring drifter fishermen known as a "Barkit" jumper. So called because the last action by fishermen after barking (preserving) their lines or drift nets was to take off their jumpers and throw them into the barking tank. Note that there are no buttons as the lines or nets could catch on buttons and lead to injury.late 19th-early 20th Century
1900 - 1910
late 19th-19th Century
late 19th-early 20th Century
Hall, Russell & Company, Limited
1929
