1980s | Russell Athletic | American Football Jersey – Yellow / Black - S/M

Description:

Item: 1980s Russell Athletic cotton American football jersey in a bold yellow body with black felt lettering and numbering. Front features large ΦΒΧ lettering; reverse shows name “Slaby” with number 12. Classic short-sleeve cut with reinforced shoulder yoke and ribbed sleeve cuffs, produced for team wear rather than replica use. Russell Athletic size XL label to hem.

Era: 1980s

Brand: Russell Athletic

Condition: Very good vintage condition with honest wear from use. Fabric remains strong and intact with no holes or structural issues; felt graphics secure with minor age-related softening. Light marks consistent with sporting wear, overall presenting well.

Provenance note:
A proper late-20th-century American football jersey, produced during Russell Athletic’s peak period supplying collegiate and team kit. The fraternity lettering and personalised name point to genuine team or organisation use rather than fashion production. Bold, graphic and unmistakably American, this is a strong crossover piece with real sporting provenance and visual impact.

Measurements:

Size on garment: L

Our modern sizing estimate: S/M                                                                                                       

Shoulder to shoulder: 23"

Pit to pit: 21"

Inner sleeve to cuff: S/S

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:

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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.

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