50s mens Penneys Towncraft Bowling Shirt and 41 similar items
50s mens Penneys Towncraft Bowling Shirt "Joe" Eldred Township Fire Co Sz L
$173.20
Sign up and get $15.00 bCredits free to use at checkout and another $5.00 bCredits when you make your first purchase. More info
Share & earn! Sign in, share this or any listing, and you’ll get commission when it sells.
Learn more
View full item details »
Shipping options
Offer policy
OBO - Seller accepts offers on this item.
Details
Return policy
None: All purchases final
Details
Purchase protection
Payment options
PayPal accepted
PayPal Credit accepted
Venmo accepted
PayPal, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and American Express accepted
Maestro accepted
Amazon Pay accepted
Nuvei accepted
View full item details »
Shipping options
Offer policy
OBO - Seller accepts offers on this item.
Details
Return policy
None: All purchases final
Details
Purchase protection
Payment options
PayPal accepted
PayPal Credit accepted
Venmo accepted
PayPal, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and American Express accepted
Maestro accepted
Amazon Pay accepted
Nuvei accepted
Item traits
Category: | |
---|---|
Quantity Available: |
Only one in stock, order soon |
Condition: |
Pre-owned - Good |
Original/Reproduction: |
Original |
Decade: |
1950s |
Style: |
Bowling |
Color: |
White |
Material: |
Cotton Blend |
Look: |
Rockabilly |
Occasion: |
Casual |
Size: |
Regular L |
Chest Size: |
48 |
Sleeve Length: |
Short Sleeve |
Collar Size: |
16 |
Shoulder to Shoulder: |
18" |
Shoulder to Hem: |
30" |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Brand: |
Towncraft |
Listing details
Seller policies: | |
---|---|
Shipping discount: |
Shipping weights of all items added together for savings. | Free shipping on orders over $500.00 |
Price discount: |
20% off w/ $1,000.00 spent |
Posted for sale: |
September 26 |
Item number: |
1770976185 |
Item description
Rare 1950s?1960s men?s Penneys Towncraft bowling shirt in crisp white poly-cotton blend. Features bold red chain-stitch embroidery with Eldred Township Fire Co across the back and ?Joe? name embroidery on the front. Classic short-sleeve cut with single chest pocket. A standout collectible piece for bowling, Americana, and fire company memorabilia enthusiasts.
Condition
Good vintage condition. A few small flaws (see photos), but no pit stains, holes, or structural issues. Clean and wearable.
Provenance Note
Penneys Towncraft was a mid-century menswear line known for producing durable, stylish shirts and casuals. Bowling shirts with fire company embroidery represent authentic Americana, blending sport, work, and community identity of the 50s?60s.
Style Aesthetics
? Rockabilly Americana
? Bowling / workwear collectible
? Sustainable vintage cotton blend
Pop Culture Screen Style References
Evokes the bowling alley scenes in The Big Lebowski.
Channels retro workwear vibes in American Graffiti.
Fits seamlessly into That 70s Show Americana wardrobe.
(References are stylistic; not screen-used.)
Styling Tips
Wear open over a white tee with jeans for classic rockabilly style.
Pair with chinos and loafers for a mid-century casual look.
Great as a collector display piece for Americana or firehouse history.
Measurements (laid flat, in inches)
Chest: 48"
Length: 30"
Approx. Modern Size
Men?s XL.
Fit Guide
Best on ~5?10??6?2?, 185?215 lbs for intended vintage boxy fit.
Fabric / Materials
Poly-cotton blend, red embroidery, button front.
Sustainability Note
Sustainably vintage ? mid-century Towncraft, not fast fashion.
Costuming CTA
Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions.
Rare 1950s?1960s men?s Penneys Towncraft bowling shirt in crisp white poly-cotton blend. Features bold red chain-stitch embroidery with Eldred Township Fire Co across the back and ?Joe? name embroidery on the front. Classic short-sleeve cut with single chest pocket. A standout collectible piece for bowling, Americana, and fire company memorabilia enthusiasts.
Condition
Good vintage condition. A few small flaws (see photos), but no pit stains, holes, or structural issues. Clean and wearable.
Provenance Note
Penneys Towncraft was a mid-century menswear line known for producing durable, stylish shirts and casuals. Bowling shirts with fire company embroidery represent authentic Americana, blending sport, work, and community identity of the 50s?60s.
Style Aesthetics
? Rockabilly Americana
? Bowling / workwear collectible
? Sustainable vintage cotton blend
Pop Culture Screen Style References
Evokes the bowling alley scenes in The Big Lebowski.
Channels retro workwear vibes in American Graffiti.
Fits seamlessly into That 70s Show Americana wardrobe.
(References are stylistic; not screen-used.)
Styling Tips
Wear open over a white tee with jeans for classic rockabilly style.
Pair with chinos and loafers for a mid-century casual look.
Great as a collector display piece for Americana or firehouse history.
Measurements (laid flat, in inches)
Chest: 48"
Length: 30"
Approx. Modern Size
Men?s XL.
Fit Guide
Best on ~5?10??6?2?, 185?215 lbs for intended vintage boxy fit.
Fabric / Materials
Poly-cotton blend, red embroidery, button front.
Sustainability Note
Sustainably vintage ? mid-century Towncraft, not fast fashion.
Costuming CTA
Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions.
Why are we showing these items?
Booth
The Cats Pajamas Vintage/The Best Vintage Clothing |
|

-
Refine your browsing experience
We can show you more items that are exactly like the original item, or we can show you items that are similar in spirit. By default we show you a mix.
This item has been added to your cart

View Cart or continue shopping.



Get an item reminder
We'll email you a link to your item now and follow up with a single reminder (if you'd like one). That's it! No spam, no hassle.
Already have an account?
Log in and add this item to your wish list.