Description:
Item: Vintage American football jersey in heavyweight black cotton, featuring bold white “20” numerals and the name “BLEIER” applied across the upper back. Classic short-sleeve construction with gold and white striped sleeves and a long, straight body typical of 1970s team-issued jerseys. Solid cotton build from the pre-mesh era, designed for durability and repeated use.
Era: 1970s
Brand: Unbranded / team-issued
Condition: Well-worn vintage condition with softening to the cotton and light, even surface wear throughout. The numerals and name show age-consistent abrasion and gentle fading from laundering and play. Fabric remains structurally sound with no major damage; wear is honest and visually cohesive.
Provenance Note: This is a true working jersey from the everyday reality of American football, issued to be worn hard rather than kept clean. Jerseys like this passed through countless washes and collisions, which is exactly why surviving examples with intact graphics and strong colour are increasingly scarce. The appeal lies in that authenticity: a garment shaped by use and repetition, carrying the quiet residue of the field rather than the polish of reproduction.
Measurements:
Size on garment: N/A
Our modern sizing estimate: S
Shoulder to shoulder: 18"
Pit to pit: 19"
Inner sleeve to cuff: 12"
Under collar to lower back: 27"
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.
We do not take photos of inside the garment.
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:
When buying true vintage clothing, you are buying a piece of clothing as an investment. We believe most of our true vintage items will hold or increase in value in years to come. We hope you will cherish your purchase.
Returns:
We are a micro business and sadly cannot cover the cost of returns.
We accept refunds within 14 days of the item arriving with you if you are in the UK and 30 days for Europe and International.
This means the returns must be back with us within those 14 days in the UK and within 30 days for Europe and International items.
Please see our returns policy page for full information.
