Authentic late 1960s Champion Knitwear Inc. ribbed cotton T-shirt featuring original “Chaminade Hawaii” chest print with feather emblem graphic. Produced during Champion’s transition era before full Champion Products branding, making this an early and highly collectible Champion piece.
Constructed from fine ribbed cotton knit fabric with natural stretch, giving a fitted athletic silhouette typical of late 1960s American sportswear and Hawaiian souvenir shirts.
Fabric can naturally stretch approximately up to 2 inches wider from flat measurement due to rib knit structure.
Measurements: Pit to pit: 16.5” (stretches to approx. 18.5”) Length: 26” Shoulder: 14.5” Sleeve: 8.5”
Best fits modern Small or fitted Medium.
Condition Good vintage condition for its age. Ribbed fabric remains strong and elastic. There are visible yellowish discoloration marks on sleeves and body as shown in photos, consistent with long-term vintage aging and storage. No holes or structural damage.
Era Late 1960s (circa 1967–1971 transition period)
Why This Piece Is Special • Early Champion Knitwear era • Pre-Champion Products branding • Ribbed cotton construction (rare for tees) • Hawaiian school / souvenir style print • True late 60s athletic silhouette
