1970s | Tenson | Sports Track Jacket | Made in Sweden | Blue and Black – XS

Description:

Item:
Original Tenson sports jacket from the 1970s in bold blue and black with white contrast piping. Lightweight performance construction with full zip front, zipped hand pockets and a structured funnel collar. Cut with a straight, slightly boxy athletic fit through the body, giving it that unmistakable vintage sportswear silhouette. This is proper Scandinavian performance design, functional, clean and visually strong.

Made from 1970s polyester, which is completely different to modern fast-fashion polyester. At this point polyester was a premium technical fabric, chosen for durability, colour retention and long-term shape stability. It was designed to last decades, not seasons, and that quality is exactly why jackets like this still present so well today.

Era:
1970s

Brand:
Tenson

Condition:
Very good vintage condition. Strong colour throughout with no fading. No holes, thinning or repairs. The fabric remains crisp and structured with only light, honest wear that adds character without compromising performance or appearance.

Provenance Note:
Tenson was one of the leaders in European technical sportswear during the 1970s, producing garments that blended performance engineering with sharp visual design. This jacket sits right in that golden era where polyester was being used at its highest quality level, as a serious technical material rather than a cheap substitute. The colour blocking, piping and athletic cut give it huge visual presence while staying rooted in real sports function. It represents a moment when sportswear was built to last and designed with confidence, which is exactly why pieces like this now stand out so strongly in the vintage world.

Measurements:

Size on garment: N/A

Our modern sizing estimate: XS                                                                                                        

Shoulder to shoulder: 21"

Pit to pit: 19"

Inner sleeve to cuff: 20"

Under collar to lower back: 24"

Condition Notes:

Please be aware. All our true vintage items come with a history, and minor signs of age, wear, or character should be expected. Any notable marks, damage, or repairs will always be clearly mentioned. This natural wear is part of what gives genuine vintage its individuality and authenticity. True vintage should not be confused with modern second-hand clothing

We photograph all garments using a professional, studio-grade imaging system designed to show colour, texture, and shape as accurately as possible. This setup was built specifically to give a true representation of each piece and avoid misleading presentation, however, we do not take photos of inside the garment. While we take great care in inspecting every piece, with true vintage it is always possible that a minor detail may be missed.

Sizing Notes:

Please compare these measurements to a similar item you already own, laid flat (rather than measuring your body). Start with pit-to-pit (chest), then check length. Vintage pieces can be cut boxier and shorter than modern equivalents, so the measurements listed are the best guide to fit.

Our modern sizing estimates are based on chest measurements using the following tee sizing scale:

31–34″ = XXS
35–36″ = XS
37–38″ = S
39–40″ = M
41–42″ = L
43–44″ = XL
45–46″ = XXL
47–48″ = 3XL

For jackets, knitwear, and padded outerwear, we grade one size down from the tee scale to allow for structure, lining, and bulk.

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 an independent micro business, and while we are always happy to accept returns within the timeframes below, return postage costs are the responsibility of the buyer.

We accept returns within 14 days of delivery for UK orders and within 30 days for Europe and International orders. Items must be returned to us within these periods. 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 details.