Oh awesome!
I don't have a reference for that but remember the fun fact because I'm a fan and we know he was merchandising elvis stuff asap in the 50s.

and I missed out on buying a variation of that 50s Elvis tee about a month ago (was lowballing the seller )

Thanks!
And too bad.
Super cool Elvis print.

And this is still the best place to get info re vintage tees!
I’m not online as much as I used to be, but love this forum.

I’d love to hear some opinions about the authenticity of this piece. Especially given the obvious fakes from the seller. I haven’t known the specific tee to be produced on a white Hanes blank so I’m suspicious.

https://ebay.us/SYbYzv

Goodwear, Himel Thurston etc are good options I've considered, but I liked the ability to pickup nice originals for $500. Apparently that time has now passed

jimmyj wrote:You can check out Himmel Brothers - vintage inspired leathers

My vote is for real.

This is kind of a strange, but I'm in the market for a new jacket and it seems like good vintage inventory has dried up on ebay. Where can one go to find "japanese grade" vintage stuff from the 40s-50s etc?

Yes, I think you're right judging by fit, tag, material you're in the date range.

I lost track of this, hopefully it did well for you.
Did you keep it or sell?

Heya, if anyone is in the Toronto area, my dad has opened a raghouse in Missisauga and allows pickers. I believe he's only looking for professional (Full time) vintage folks familiar with the raghouse model, but if that sounds like you please send me a message.

I think this one is great. I like the print, but it would have a bit more oomph if printed on a mustard/red hanes tee or something similar. I'm a huge fan of Elvis tees. I usually buy unique designs from Elvis fan clubs in smaller sizes and gift them to my sister (Also an Elvis fan), I think there's...