1980s–1990s | Boy Scouts of America | Red Wool Shirt - XL

Description:

Item: Boy Scouts of America wool shirt in a deep red cloth, featuring a button-front closure, pointed collar, and two chest pockets with buttoned flaps. Finished with the embroidered BSA fleur-de-lis patch to the chest. The cut is practical and boxy, sitting between shirt and overshirt, intended for layering and outdoor use rather than tailoring.

Era: 1980s–1990s

Brand: Boy Scouts of America

Condition: Good vintage condition with visible wear consistent with age and use. Light surface wear and softening to the wool throughout, with no major structural issues. Wear reads as honest use rather than damage and suits the utilitarian nature of the piece.

Provenance Note: This is later-generation Boy Scouts of America uniform wear, produced for durability and function rather than ceremony. By the 1980s and 1990s, pieces like this were designed to work as hard-wearing outer shirts for repeated use in the field. The appeal today lies in that crossover between uniform and workwear: straightforward construction, recognisable insignia, and a garment that feels purposeful rather than styled.

Measurements:

Size on garment: N/A

Our modern sizing estimate: XL                                                                                                       

Shoulder to shoulder: 21"

Pit to pit: 26"

Inner sleeve to cuff: 20"

Under collar to lower back: 30"

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:

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