2023.12.06
Exploring the Roots of 'ALPHA INDUSTRIES', Synonymous with 'MA-1'
Various trends have emerged with the transition of the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s. Amidst these, the 'MA-1' has almost always been featured as a fashion icon. It has now become an essential item in casual fashion. Let's unravel the history of such an MA-1 and confirm its roots. This time, we heard from Takashi Kondo, Acting Sales Manager of the ALPHA Business Division, Edwin Co., Ltd..
The Roots of 'ALPHA INDUSTRIES' Trace Back to Its Predecessor, 'Dobbs INDUSTRIES'
First, let's touch on the history of 'ALPHA INDUSTRIES' (hereafter referred to as ALPHA)."ALPHA originally started in Knoxville, Tennessee, under the company name 'Dobbs INDUSTRIES' (hereafter referred to as Dobbs). Until 1959, the company used the name Dobbs, after which it changed the name to ALPHA.
"I presume that until the 1990s, all products were made in the USA, so the Knoxville factory was likely the production hub. In the 2000s, they moved their headquarters to Washington, where they are today.
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