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handgekettelt

English translation: hand-linked/hand-looped

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German term or phrase:handgekettelt
English translation:hand-linked/hand-looped
Entered by: Christine Lam

13:03 Jun 18, 2009
German to English translations [PRO]
Tech/Engineering - Textiles / Clothing / Fashion
German term or phrase: handgekettelt
Es geht um Sportsocken. In der Beschreibung heisst es:
Handgekettelte Spitzen
Christine Lam
Local time: 22:23
hand-linked
Explanation:
See, e.g:

Hand Linked Toes
Scott-Nichol believes that the hallmark of a truly high quality sock is the hand-linked toe. This term depicts the, long abandoned, traditional method of closing the toe seam whereby the the threads of the unfinished socks are joined together, by hand, matching thread with thread. This process requires a great amount of skill with hand-linkers taking up to 5 years to truly master the technique. All Scott-Nichol socks come with a hand-linked toe as this process results in a virtually seamless sock, unlike conventionally linked socks where there is often a bulge of thread left at the seam which can be a source of great discomfort and irration when worn with tight fitting shoes.
http://www.scott-nichol.com/english-socks.php

Ketteln (to link, to loop, linking)
http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=fcQRlK3GAUkC&pg=PA132&lpg...


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Note added at 50 mins (2009-06-18 13:54:22 GMT)
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This site may also be useful, with definitions in German and a German-English glossary.
http://www.meistersocken.de/socken-lexikon/
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Alison MacG
United Kingdom
Local time: 03:23
Grading comment
thank you all very much!
4 KudoZ points were awarded for this answer



Summary of answers provided
3 +4hand-linked
Alison MacG
4overlocked
Ingrid Moore
3 +1hand-looped
Vera H.


  

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23 mins   confidence: Answerer confidence 4/5Answerer confidence 4/5
overlocked


Explanation:
Wigwam Men's / Women's Diabetic Sport Quarter Socks There are no unpleasant pressure points thanks to the overlocked toes with their extra-flat ...;
http://www.thefind.com/apparel/info-relax-socks;

Ingrid Moore
Local time: 04:23
Works in field
Native speaker of: German
PRO pts in category: 18
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20 mins   confidence: Answerer confidence 3/5Answerer confidence 3/5 peer agreement (net): +4
hand-linked


Explanation:
See, e.g:

Hand Linked Toes
Scott-Nichol believes that the hallmark of a truly high quality sock is the hand-linked toe. This term depicts the, long abandoned, traditional method of closing the toe seam whereby the the threads of the unfinished socks are joined together, by hand, matching thread with thread. This process requires a great amount of skill with hand-linkers taking up to 5 years to truly master the technique. All Scott-Nichol socks come with a hand-linked toe as this process results in a virtually seamless sock, unlike conventionally linked socks where there is often a bulge of thread left at the seam which can be a source of great discomfort and irration when worn with tight fitting shoes.
http://www.scott-nichol.com/english-socks.php

Ketteln (to link, to loop, linking)
http://books.google.co.uk/books?id=fcQRlK3GAUkC&pg=PA132&lpg...


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Note added at 50 mins (2009-06-18 13:54:22 GMT)
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This site may also be useful, with definitions in German and a German-English glossary.
http://www.meistersocken.de/socken-lexikon/

Alison MacG
United Kingdom
Local time: 03:23
Native speaker of: Native in EnglishEnglish
PRO pts in category: 70
Grading comment
thank you all very much!

Peer comments on this answer (and responses from the answerer)
agree  gangels (X)
1 hr
agree  Ingrid Moore
3 hrs
agree  Gertraud K.
14 hrs
agree  Vera H.: siehe auch unten
1 day 1 hr
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1 day 2 hrs   confidence: Answerer confidence 3/5Answerer confidence 3/5 peer agreement (net): +1
hand-looped


Explanation:
Slip-resistant Technology That Stabilizes Fit And Redirects Shearing Merino wool offers amazing comfort couple with natural wicking ability. No other fiber can keep your feet drier, reducing friction and enhancing comfort. Thin vent mesh top for breathability, branded instep for secure fit and arch support, hand looped toe seam for comfort and deep heel pocket minimizes movement and friction.
http://www.wikio.com/product/hosiery-4168-Brand=YAKTRAX-revi...

Example sentence(s):
  • http://books.google.com/books?id=3XwPoMhkuQAC&pg=PA859&lpg=PA859&dq=gimpe&source=web&ots=_xswkdtE58&sig=_e737OLnvwCKxi5vk2UgsWSjWr4#PPA466,M1

    Reference: http://www.gearbuyer.com/b/rohner_of_switzerland/
Vera H.
Local time: 21:23
Specializes in field
Native speaker of: Native in GermanGerman, Native in EnglishEnglish

Peer comments on this answer (and responses from the answerer)
agree  Alison MacG: This is indeed another possibility
7 mins
  -> Thank you, Alison
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