Umbrellas have a special place in the wardrobe of women. In the modern world, this element is not only a functionally convenient weather protection, but also a stylish accessory. He is obliged to combine versatility, as well as the possibility of comfortable and reliable use. That is why most often the choice of girls falls on comfortable and durable mechanical umbrellas, which not only fit easily in a handbag, but also often have a spectacular design.
A bit of history
It is still not known exactly when and where exactly the first umbrella in history arose. Such devices were actively used by people before our era. Some experts claim that their homeland was Babylon or Assyria. The most common version is the Ancient East.
Previously, for residents of many countries, an umbrella was a confirmation of the status of its owner. The richer he was decorated, the more servants sheltered their master with this accessory, the more noble was the family of its owner. The materials for the umbrella could serve as a variety of raw materials: from papyrus and silk to skin.
Advances in creating a mechanical umbrella were first made in England by Jonas Henway back in 1756. He used fish bones as knitting needles for a product, and this device had a mass of up to 4.5 kg. What is noteworthy, Jonas was the first man to publicly use the umbrella, because until this time this accessory was exclusively female.
In the XIX century, the Englishman S. Fox, using the same technique, was able to make metal knitting needles in the form in which they are used in the present tense. It was the first mechanical umbrella.
Features
The mechanical umbrella opens completely manually.That is why it is considered the most reliable unlike its "brother" - an automatic umbrella, which has the most complex, but at the same time very fragile design.
A folding accessory consists of a rod, frame, handle and tips. The rod is made of cold rolled metal. The accessory has several options for addition: two, three, four, five and an umbrella cane.
The dome, which is mounted on the rod, is made of metal rods or knitting needles, a variety of bushings, nuts and springs, depending on the complexity of the design. The rod is equipped with a tip at the top and a handle at the bottom. They can be made of wood, plastic or even ivory.
A pen is usually the subject of design inspiration. Its appearance is not limited to any framework and can have absolutely any shape. Female models are often decorated with rhinestones or artificial pearls.
The most common umbrella material is polyester. It does not absorb moisture and protects from exposure to sunlight, and therefore this material is the most versatile. Often this fabric is diluted with cotton fibers, because of which the material becomes lighter and the mass of the product itself is reduced. Also, in the manufacture of this accessory, cotton and silk fabrics, nylon are used.
Currently, the global market is full of various models of umbrellas, however, mechanical products, despite their durability and low price, are slowly losing their popularity. Many women prefer a semi-automatic machine, which is more comfortable than a mechanical one, and inferior in price to an automatic machine.
How to choose?
Modern models of umbrellas are amazing. A large selection and relatively low price of mechanical products attracts the attention of many girls. However, unknowingly, many women can purchase a low-quality product that threatens to break quickly. So how to choose the most suitable accessory for yourself?
First of all, it’s worth starting to pick up a model based on your lifestyle. The size of the accessory directly depends on the number of folds of the telescopic rod: the more folds, the smaller the size of the product. So, for lovers of long walks and minimalism, a lightweight model for 3-4 additions is suitable, which easily fits in a medium-sized handbag and does not cause unnecessary inconvenience to its owner.
A woman who sees in an umbrella not only a fashion item, but also a stylish addition to her individual style, should pay attention to a mechanical umbrella. This product has a more elegant appearance, and the presence of a skillfully engraved handle makes it the most desirable acquisition for many ladies.
Before purchasing this accessory, experts recommend paying attention to the quality of its frame. The mechanisms of the umbrella must be strong and covered with a corrosion-resistant coating. The material itself must be firmly attached to the rods and exclude the presence of holes or mechanical damage. For safer and more efficient use, the frame must be equipped with a special interlock design that will prevent it from being twisted during a heavy or gale wind.
Of the materials for the dome frame, it is better to give preference to polyester with the addition of cotton. It is not recommended to purchase a product from nylon, as it quickly deforms.
By appointment, umbrellas can be divided into several types: sun protection, rain and special. The latter view involves the manufacture of mechanical accessories designed for the beach or for those people who spend a lot of time outdoors in a slightly more complicated construction.
The assortment provides a wide variety of umbrellas according to the color palette and decoration methods. Among them, you can choose a plain and most versatile accessory or a more eccentric model.
