Raglan sleeve top

The innovative raglan sleeve design with pre-twisted shoulder members and integrated gussets addresses the issue of restricted movement by allowing easy arm and shoulder rotation, enhancing comfort and natural appearance in sports and workwear.

JP2026106486AActive Publication Date: 2026-06-30CHIKUMA&CO LTD

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Authority / Receiving Office
JP · JP
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
CHIKUMA&CO LTD
Filing Date
2024-12-18
Publication Date
2026-06-30

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Abstract

We provide a raglan-sleeved top that allows for easy movement of the arms in the forward, backward, left, right, and up and down directions, as well as easy rotation of the shoulders. [Solution] In a raglan-sleeved jacket, the sleeve comprises at least a shoulder-side sleeve member provided on the outside of the body and a side-side sleeve member provided on the inside of the body, characterized in that the shape of the front body side of the shoulder-side sleeve member is pre-twisted so as to pass from the neckline, through the front side of the shoulder joint, and further through the medial epicondyle side of the elbow joint to the radial side of the wrist.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a top with a raglan sleeve that allows the arms to move easily in the front-back, left-right, and up-down directions, and further allows the shoulders to rotate easily.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, since the arms can move easily up and down, raglan sleeve tops have been used for sports clothing and work clothes.

[0003] For example, a prior art of a top for riding a bicycle is disclosed as a raglan sleeve that makes it easy to bend the elbows (Reference 1).

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0004]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] In the prior art of Patent Document 1, by having an extended portion that extends the portion corresponding to the elbow joint from both adjacent sides, only the portion corresponding to the elbow joint is given some slack, and the other portions can be made to fit, which is excellent in that it can suppress an increase in air resistance and smoothly perform driving operations while making it easy to bend the elbow inward. However, for example, when casting like in fly fishing where the elbow joint is bent and extended violently or twisted complexly, there is still a problem that the portions of the clothing other than the elbow joint are stretched and difficult to move, and furthermore, it is difficult to rotate the shoulders.

[0006] The present invention solves these problems and provides a top with a raglan sleeve that allows the arms to move easily in the front-back, left-right, and up-down directions, and further allows the shoulders to rotate easily.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0007] To achieve the above objective, the raglan sleeve garment according to claim 1 of the present invention is a raglan sleeve garment in which the sleeve extends to the neckline, and the sleeve comprises at least a shoulder-side sleeve member provided on the outside of the body and a side-side sleeve member provided on the inside of the body, characterized in that the shape of the front body side of the shoulder-side sleeve member is pre-twisted so as to pass from the neckline through the front side of the shoulder joint, and further through the medial epicondyle side of the elbow joint to the radial side of the wrist.

[0008] The raglan sleeve garment according to the present invention refers to sportswear (including fishing wear), workwear, jackets, shirts, etc., with raglan sleeves. Furthermore, the raglan sleeve garment according to the present invention is pre-twisted inward by 1 / 4 turn, so when the elbow is bent inward, it matches the twist of the forearm, allowing the elbow to be bent without any feeling of tightness or stress. In addition, it is designed to loosely cover the front of the shoulder, making it easier to raise the arm and rotate the shoulder.

[0009] The raglan sleeve jacket according to claim 2 of the present invention is characterized in that, in the raglan sleeve jacket described in claim 1, a dart is provided in the portion of the shoulder sleeve member corresponding to the medial epicondyle of the elbow joint.

[0010] The raglan-sleeved jacket according to the present invention has a shape in which the medial epicondyle portion of the elbow is slightly curved inward beforehand by darts, so that when bending the elbow inward, it is possible to bend the elbow with even less tension and stress.

[0011] The raglan sleeve jacket according to claim 3 of the present invention is characterized in that, in the raglan sleeve jacket described in claim 2, the shape of the back of the shoulder sleeve member is such that, when the arm is placed beside the body, it passes from the neckline, through the posterior side of the shoulder joint, and further through the outside of the elbow joint to the ulnar side of the wrist. Furthermore, the raglan sleeve jacket according to claim 4 of the present invention is characterized in that, in the raglan sleeve jacket described in claim 3, one or two tucks are provided above and below the elbow joint on the outer portion of the shoulder sleeve member at the elbow joint.

[0012] With these configurations, the raglan sleeve jacket according to the present invention has a shape on the back side of the shoulder sleeve member that passes outside the elbow, making it easy to bend the elbow. Also, because tucks are provided above and below the elbow joint to sandwich it on the outside, the outer part of the elbow joint bulges out, allowing the elbow to be bent without tightness or stress. Furthermore, the back of the shoulder joint is loosely covered, making it easy to rotate the shoulder joint.

[0013] Furthermore, the raglan sleeve jacket according to claim 5 of the present invention is characterized in that, in the raglan sleeve jacket described in claim 4, the side sleeve member is formed by a side member sandwiched between the front and back body panels in the torso portion and a side sleeve member being integrated at least in the side portion, and the fabric at the underarm position has warp and weft threads arranged diagonally with respect to the body. Furthermore, the raglan sleeve jacket according to claim 6 of the present invention is characterized in that, in the raglan sleeve jacket described in claim 5, the side sleeve member is divided into an underarm member, an underarm body panel member, and an underarm gusset member sandwiched between them.

[0014] With these configurations, the fabric of the side sleeve member is angled under the armpit, so when the arm moves forward, backward, left, right, up, or down, or when the shoulder rotates, the fabric is in a bias direction. As a result, the fabric stretches and contracts easily, so the fabric under the armpit follows the movement of the arm in the forward, backward, left, right, up, and down directions, as well as the rotation of the arm, without any feeling of tightness or stress. Furthermore, by dividing the side sleeve member into an underarm member, an underarm body member, and an underarm gusset member sandwiched between them, the area of ​​fabric where the warp and weft threads are angled can be reduced. This reduces the disadvantage that bias-cut members tend to fray at the edges. In addition, the raglan sleeve jacket according to the present invention has an overall shape that is no different from a regular blouson or shirt, so it looks good. [Effects of the Invention]

[0015] According to the raglan sleeve jacket described in claims 1 to 6 of the present invention, the shape of the front body side of the shoulder sleeve member is pre-twisted inward by 1 / 4 turn, and furthermore, there is a dart at the elbow joint so that it can follow the twist of the forearm when the elbow is bent inward. In addition, the shape of the back body side of the shoulder sleeve member passes outside the elbow joint and has one or two tucks above and below the elbow joint so that the outer part of the elbow joint bulges out, allowing the elbow to be bent without a feeling of tightness or stress. Furthermore, the side sleeve member has the side member and the side sleeve member integrated at least at the side, and the fabric is on the bias at the underarm position. As a result, the fabric stretches and contracts easily, so the fabric under the arm follows the movement of the arm in the forward, backward, left, right, up and down directions and the rotation of the arm, without a feeling of tightness or stress. In addition, there is room around the shoulder joint, and the fabric at the side is on the bias so that the shoulder joint can be rotated easily. Furthermore, its overall shape is no different from a regular blouson or shirt, so it looks completely natural and aesthetically pleasing. Moreover, the moment you put it on, it feels so light that you hardly notice the weight of the garment, making it extremely comfortable to wear. It is ideal as a uniform for sports that involve vigorous upper body movement, as well as for fishing wear and work clothes. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0016] [Figure 1] This is a schematic front view of a raglan-sleeved garment according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] This is a schematic rear view of a raglan-sleeved jacket according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 3] This is a schematic plan view of a pattern for a raglan-sleeved jacket according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4] This is a schematic perspective view showing a raglan-sleeved jacket according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 5] This is a schematic perspective view showing a raglan-sleeved jacket according to an embodiment of the present invention, with the arms bent. [Figure 6]A state diagram showing the movement of the human skeleton, including: (a) a schematic side view showing the up-and-down movement of the arm, (b) a schematic front view showing the twisting of the arm, (c) a schematic rear view showing the rotational movement of the shoulder, and (d) a schematic plan view showing the scapulohumeral movement when the arm is extended forward.

Embodiments for Carrying out the Invention

[0017] As shown in FIGS. 1, 2, and 3, the Lance sleeve top according to the present invention is at least composed of left and right shoulder-side sleeve members 2, left and right side-body sleeve members 3, a front body 4, and a back body 5.

[0018] As shown in FIGS. 1, 2, and 3, when the arm is extended straight down from the shoulder, the shape of the shoulder-side sleeve member 2 on the front body 4 side is pre-twisted by about 1 / 4 so that it passes from the collar opening 6-1 through the front side of the shoulder joint 62 and further through the inner upper condyle side 2-1-1 of the elbow joint 61 to reach the radius 51 side of the wrist. Also, a dart 2-1 is provided at the inner upper condyle 61-1 portion of the elbow joint 61 of the shoulder-side sleeve member 2. Due to this, since the shoulder-side sleeve member 2 is pre-twisted inward by 1 / 4 rotation (61-3), when the elbow is bent inward, it can conform to the twisting of the radius 51 and ulna 52 of the forearm, and the elbow can be bent without a feeling of tightness or stress.

[0019] Also, when the arm is extended straight down from the shoulder, the shape of the shoulder-side sleeve member 2 on the back body 5 side passes from the collar opening 6-1 through the rear side of the shoulder joint 62 and further through the outside of the elbow joint 61 to reach the ulna 52 side of the wrist. Also, two tacks 2-2 are provided vertically on the outside of the elbow joint 61 of the shoulder-side sleeve member 2 so as to sandwich the elbow joint 61. Due to this, since the shape of the shoulder-side sleeve member 2 on the back body 5 side passes through the outside of the elbow joint 61, it is easy to bend the elbow. Also, because the tacks 2-2 are provided, the outside portion of the elbow joint 61 bulges, and the elbow can be bent without a feeling of tightness or stress.

[0020] As shown in FIGS. 1, 2, and 3, the side sleeve member 3 is composed of a side member sandwiched between the front body 4 and the back body 5 and a side gusset member 3-1 integrated with the side portion, a lower sleeve member 3-3 on the wrist side of the side gusset member 3-1, and a lower side body member 3-2 located below the body of the side gusset member 3-1. Note that the side sleeve member 3 may be an integrated unit of the side gusset member 3-1, the lower sleeve member 3-3, and the lower side body member 3-2.

[0021] As shown in FIG. 3, in the side gusset member 3-1, since the warp direction 3-1-1 and the weft direction 3-1-2 cause the fabric to be diagonal under the armpit, when moving the arm in the front-back, left-right, and up-down directions or rotating the shoulder, the fabric becomes in the bias direction. Therefore, the fabric is likely to stretch and shrink, so the fabric under the armpit follows the movement of the arm in the front-back, left-right, and up-down directions and the rotation of the arm, without a feeling of tightness or stress. Note that the other members, the lower side body member 3-2 and the lower sleeve member 3-3, do not need to bias the fabric.

[0022] Next, an example of the manufacturing method of the Raglan sleeve upper garment 1 according to the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. 3. The side gusset member 3-1 is cut so that the fabric is in the bias direction at the side portion. The other members are cut as shown in FIG. 3 so that the fabric is in the normal fabric direction. Then, after sewing the darts 2-1 and tacks 2-2 of the shoulder side sleeve member 2 in a predetermined procedure, each member is sewn in a normal procedure, and the Raglan sleeve upper garment 1 according to the present invention is completed.

[0023] Next, an example of the usage method of the Raglan sleeve upper garment 1 according to the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 4, 5, and 6. The wearer puts on the Raglan sleeve upper garment 1 according to the present invention as usual, passes the arms through the sleeves 2 and 3, then dresses, and closes the fastener of the front body 4 to complete the dressing. At this time, although the Raglan sleeve upper garment 1 according to the present invention has more members and a slightly greater weight than normal, since the upper garment 1 can be supported not only by the shoulders but also by the entire upper body, it feels so light that the weight is not felt at the moment of putting it on, and the comfort is very good. Also, as a whole shape, it has the same shape as a normal blouson or shirt, so there is no sense of incongruity in appearance and it looks good.

[0024] Figure 6 illustrates the movement of the human skeleton 40 when the arm is twisted, moved, or the shoulder is rotated. Figure 6(a) shows the movement of the arm moving from front to top, viewed from the side. The shoulder joint 62 moves forward 62-3 around the rotation axis 62-1 of the shoulder joint 62. In this case, the raglan sleeve jacket 1 according to the present invention has a shoulder-side sleeve member 2 that passes behind the shoulder joint 61, providing room without being tight to the body, and the side-side sleeve member 3 has the fabric biased at the side, making it easily stretchable. Due to these effects, it can follow the movement 62-3 of the shoulder joint 62 without resistance. Therefore, there is no feeling of tightness or stress.

[0025] Figure 6(b) shows the twisting of the arm. As shown in Figure 5, when the elbow joint 61 is bent in front of the chest, the humerus 53 in the upper arm twists 1 / 16 61-4, the radius 51 and ulna 52 in the forearm twist 1 / 4 61-3, and the scapula 54 moves forward together with the clavicle 55 as shown in Figure (d). At this time, the raglan sleeve jacket 1 according to the present invention has the shoulder sleeve member 2 twisted by about 1 / 4 in the shape of the front body 4, and a dart 2-1 is provided in the medial epicondyle 61-1 portion. In addition, the shape of the back body 5 has two tucks 2-2 above and below the outer part of the elbow joint 61 so as to sandwich the elbow joint 61. As a result, the inside of the elbow joint 61 is slightly bent beforehand, the outside of the elbow joint 61 is bulging, and the side sleeve member 3 is easily stretchable because the fabric is on the bias at the side. Through these actions, it can follow the movements of the shoulder joint 62-3 and the bending, twisting, and rotating movements of the elbow joint 61 without resistance. Therefore, there is no feeling of stiffness or stress.

[0026] Furthermore, (c) is a rear view of the movement of raising the arm from side to side. The humerus 53 moves upward and the scapula 54 moves outward around the shoulder joint rotation axis 62-3. In response to this movement, as in Figure 6(a), the raglan sleeve jacket 1 according to the present invention has shoulder-side sleeve member 2 that covers the front and back of the shoulder joint 61 with ample room and does not cling tightly to the body, and the side-side sleeve member 3 has the fabric biased at the side, making it easy to stretch. Due to these effects, it can follow the movement 62-3 of the shoulder joint 62 without resistance. Therefore, there is no feeling of tightness or stress.

[0027] As described above, when wearing the raglan-sleeved top 1 according to the present invention, it can follow the movement of the wearer's skeleton 40, so there is no feeling of tightness or stress.

[0028] According to the raglan sleeve jacket 1 of the present invention, the shape of the front body side 4 of the shoulder sleeve member 2 is pre-twisted inward by 1 / 4 turn 61-3, and furthermore, there is a dart 2-1 at the elbow joint 61 so that it can follow the twist of the forearm when the elbow is bent inward. Also, the shape of the back body side 5 of the shoulder sleeve member 2 passes outside the elbow joint 61 and has tucks 2-2 above and below the elbow joint 61 so that the outer part of the elbow joint 61 bulges out, allowing the elbow to be bent without any feeling of tightness or stress. In addition, the side sleeve member 3 has the side member and the side sleeve member integrated at least in the side part, and the fabric is on the bias at the underarm position. As a result, the fabric stretches and contracts easily, so the fabric under the arm follows the movement of the arm in the forward, backward, left, right, up and down directions and the rotation of the arm, without any feeling of tightness or stress. Furthermore, the overall shape is no different from a regular blouson or shirt, so there is no sense of incongruity in appearance and it looks good. The raglan-sleeved jacket 1 according to the present invention can support the entire upper body, not just the shoulders, so it feels incredibly light when put on, making it extremely comfortable to wear. It is ideal as a uniform for sports that involve vigorous upper body movement, as well as for fishing wear and work clothes worn during surf fishing. [Industrial applicability]

[0029] It can be widely used in the field of clothing, particularly in upper garments worn during strenuous movements around the arms and shoulders. [Explanation of symbols]

[0030] 1: Raglan sleeve top 2: Shoulder-side sleeve component 2-1: Darts 2-1-1: Medial epicondyle side 2-2: Tuck 2-2-1: Lateral epicondyle 3: Side sleeve member 3-1: Side gusset material 3-1-1: Vertical fabric direction 3-1-2: Horizontal fabric direction 3-2: Lower side panel 3-3: Lower sleeve panel 4: Front 5: Back 6: Collar 6-1: Neckline 7: Front yoke 8: Switching 9: Front endpaper 10: Placket 11: Hem belt 12: Cufflinks 40: Wearer 51: Radius 52: Ulna 53: Humerus 54: Scapula 55: Clavicle 61: Elbow joint 61-1: Medial epicondyle 61-2: Lateral epicondyle 61-3: 1 / 4 twist 61-4: 1 / 16 twist 62: Shoulder joint 62-1: Axis of rotation of the shoulder joint 62-2: Direction of rotation of the shoulder joint 62-3: Movement of the shoulder joint

Claims

1. A raglan-sleeved jacket in which the sleeves extend to the neckline, wherein the sleeve comprises at least a shoulder-side sleeve member provided on the outside of the body and a side-side sleeve member provided on the inside of the body, and the shape of the front body side of the shoulder-side sleeve member is pre-twisted so as to pass from the neckline, through the front side of the shoulder joint, and further through the medial epicondyle side of the elbow joint, to the radial side of the wrist.

2. The raglan sleeve jacket according to claim 1, characterized in that a dart is provided in the medial epicondyle portion of the elbow joint of the shoulder-side sleeve member.

3. The raglan sleeve garment according to claim 2, characterized in that when the arm is placed beside the body, the shape of the back of the shoulder sleeve member extends from the neckline, through the posterior side of the shoulder joint, and further through the outside of the elbow joint to the ulnar side of the wrist.

4. The raglan sleeve jacket according to claim 3, characterized in that one or two tucks are provided above and below the elbow joint on the outer portion of the shoulder sleeve member above the elbow joint.

5. The raglan sleeve jacket according to claim 4, characterized in that the side sleeve member is formed by a side member sandwiched between the front and back body panels in the torso portion and the side sleeve member being integrated at least in the side portion, and the fabric at the underarm position has warp and weft threads arranged diagonally with respect to the body.

6. The raglan sleeve jacket according to claim 5, characterized in that the side sleeve member is divided into an underarm member, an underarm body member, and an underarm gusset member sandwiched between them.