1950s Wool & Leather Varsity Jacket – H Patch with Football Motif - S

Description:

Item: Classic varsity jacket with wool body, leather sleeves, striped rib-knit collar/cuffs/hem, and chenille “H” patch with football detail

Era: 1950s

Brand: Unknown (custom varsity issue)

Condition: Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear. Leather sleeves show natural creasing and light patina, while the wool body remains strong. Knits retain elasticity with only minor wear.

Measurements:

Size on garment: N/A

Our modern sizing estimate: S

Shoulder to shoulder: 15"

Pit to pit: 18"

Inner sleeve to cuff: 18"

Under collar to lower back: 22"

Provenance Note:

A true mid-century American varsity jacket, combining heavy wool body with leather sleeves — the iconic construction style of the 1940s–50s. The bold chenille “H” patch with football motif suggests a school or team issue, likely East Coast based. These early wool/leather varsity jackets are increasingly scarce and highly collectible, representing the golden era of American sportswear.

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:

Please take the time to measure up yourself and match to the measurements noted, the way you want the item to fit. We are only a micro business and unable to cover the costs of returns.

Buying true vintage clothing:

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Returns:

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