Dehen 1920

Founded by William Peter Dehen in 1920, Dehen Knitting Company produces classic and traditional U.S. heavyweight apparel.  Keeping true to our humble yet pioneering beginnings in Portland, Oregon, we are a family business known for long-lasting quality, workmanship and rugged styling.

In the 1920's we began knitting varsity and collegiate sweaters for student athletes.  In the 30's we started supplying local motorcycle clubs with riding sweaters. In the 50's we added the Varsity Jacket to our repertoire, making each jacket by hand to the specification of each individual lucky enough to letter in his or her sport. 

Today, well into our eleventh decade, Dehen continues a tradition of heavy duty, quality manufacturing while actually producing our goods in Portland. Value is built into every garment that Dehen makes.