Swaine, Collapsible Umbrella with Whangee Handle

[Acquire Product]

The ultimate companion for the urban traveler, this collapsible umbrella is a masterwork from Brigg, a division of the House of Swaine and the oldest umbrella maker in Britain. Founded in 1836, Brigg earned the first-ever Royal Appointment for umbrellas from Queen Victoria in 1893. Today, it remains the standard-bearer for "civil service" elegance—famously wielded by cinematic icons ranging from John Steed in The Avengers to the gentlemen of the Kingsman franchise.

The soul of this piece lies in its Whangee handle, handcrafted from the root of a specific Asian bamboo. Chosen for its distinctive "knuckled" texture and natural variations, Whangee is legendary for its strength and resilience—famously used for Charlie Chaplin’s iconic canes. This collapsible iteration features a high-tensile stainless steel shaft and a hand-cut navy canopy, offering the same structural integrity as a full-length Brigg in a format designed for modern convenience.

Origin: Handmade in England
Handle: Genuine Whangee Bamboo Root
Canopy: Dark Navy Woven Polyester
Construction: Two-piece Stainless Steel Shaft
Heritage: Royal Warrant Holders since 1893