1950s | Boy Scouts of America | Red Wool Shirt - S/M

Description:

Item: Boy Scouts of America wool shirt in a deep red cloth, cut in a slightly longer, more generous mid-century silhouette with button-front closure and a soft open collar. Features two chest pockets with buttoned flaps and a simple, balanced layout typical of early post-war uniform design. The wool is dense and weighty, reflecting the robust construction standards of the period.

Era: 1950s

Brand: Boy Scouts of America

Condition: Good vintage condition with visible wear consistent with age and genuine use. The wool shows surface wear and softening throughout, with no major structural damage. Wear reads as honest use and adds depth and character to the piece.

Provenance Note: Early Boy Scouts of America garments like this were produced in an era when uniforms were expected to last for years of continuous use. The heavier wool, restrained detailing, and practical proportions speak to post-war manufacturing values rooted in durability rather than economy. Surviving examples are increasingly scarce, and their appeal lies in that sense of permanence: a functional uniform shirt that has carried its purpose quietly for decades.

Measurements:

Size on garment: N/A

Our modern sizing estimate: S/M                                                                                                        

Shoulder to shoulder: 18"

Pit to pit: 21"

Inner sleeve to cuff: 19"

Under collar to lower back: 28"

Condition Notes:

Please be aware. All our true vintage items come with a story, and we cannot guarantee any item will be totally free of marks / damage but anything we think of note will be mentioned. Furthermore, a lot of vintage items gain character because of wear and tear. Buying a true vintage item is not the same as buying new and is not to be confused with second-hand clothing.

We have also tried to accurately depict each garment using a photography setup with over 90% true to life accuracy. 

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Sizing Notes:

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Buying true vintage clothing:

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Returns:

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