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Authentic vintage circa-1975 Dante’s Juveniles genuine leather hockey player jacket, manufactured in Winnipeg, Canada by Athletes Wear Co. Ltd.
The original chest crest displays “Dante’s Juveniles” with 74 and 75 on two hockey pucks, representing the 1974–75 season. Historical information associates the Kapuskasing Dante’s Juveniles with the 1974–75 Northland Juvenile Hockey League championship. The sleeve carries the original chenille player number 5.
The dark forest-green leather, yellow snap closures and green-and-gold chenille patches create an outstanding classic Canadian hockey look. After approximately 51 years, the leather has developed a beautifully worn natural patina that gives this jacket exceptional character.
DETAILS:
• Circa 1975
• Dante’s Juveniles 1974–75 hockey crest
• Original chenille player number 5
• Genuine leather outer shell
• 100% rayon lining
• Athletes Wear Co. Ltd.
• 546 Main Street, Winnipeg, Canada
• Dark forest-green leather
• Yellow metal snap-front closure
• Yellow-trimmed slash pockets
• Snap-adjustable cuffs
• Canadian-made team-issued athletic construction
CONDITION:
Good genuine vintage condition.
The leather displays natural surface scuffing, creasing, colour variation and wear consistent with a team jacket approximately 51 years old. Wear is most noticeable around the pocket openings, sleeves and cuffs. There are some loose threads and minor age-related marks.
The leather remains structurally sound with no obvious major tears or widespread peeling. The original chenille patches remain complete, colourful and highly presentable. The green rayon lining is exceptionally clean and well preserved for its age.
The distressed finish is authentic age and patina, not artificial treatment. Please review all photographs closely as they form an important part of the condition description.
SIZE:
No readable size tag remains.
Estimated vintage men’s Medium, fitting closer to a modern men’s Small/Medium. The jacket has a shorter, fitted 1970s athletic cut.
Flat measurements:
• Chest/pit to pit: 21 inches
• Shoulder to shoulder: 19 inches
• Shoulder to cuff: 22 inches
• Neck to hem: 25 inches
Please compare these measurements with a similar garment before purchasing. Vintage sizing varies considerably.
A rare and highly distinctive piece of Canadian hockey history with excellent original graphics, a player number and beautifully preserved interior
