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Vintage Hawaii “Explosive Surfer” Pocket T-Shirt Hi-Cru by Stedman / Made in USA Vintage Hawaii Explosive Surfer Pocket Tee (USA Made) This piece represents an early surf subculture artifact, originating from a period when surfwear was still scene-driven rather than corporately branded. Produced on a genuine USA-made Stedman Hi-Cru blank, this pocket T-shirt embodies the raw, pre-commercial surf identity tied to local communities rather than global marketing. The Explosive Surfer graphic reflects underground surf iconography—expressive, regional, and short-lived by nature. Pocket tee constructions from this era are significantly scarcer, as they were often worn hard, repurposed, or discarded due to functional surf use. Natural fabric aging, sun-fade, and texture evolution serve not as flaws, but as archival evidence of authenticity and survivorship. This is a preserved cultural residue, not a reproduction or revival piece. ⸻ HISTORY / CONTEXT During the late 1970s–early 1980s, Hawaii and West Coast surf scenes operated independently from mainstream fashion cycles. Apparel like this was produced in limited local runs, often distributed through surf shops or community networks, with no intention of long-term preservation. As surfwear entered mass commercialization in later decades, early independent graphics like Explosive Surfer disappeared almost entirely—making surviving examples exceptionally uncommon today. ⸻ DETAILS • Origin: Vintage Hawaiian / West Coast surf subculture • Era: Late 1970s – Early 1980s • Graphic: “Explosive Surfer” (front pocket print & large back print) • Construction: Pocket T-shirt • Fabric: 100% Cotton • Made in USA ⸻ SIZE & MEASUREMENTS (Measured flat) • Tag Size: Large • Chest / Pit to Pit: — inches • Length / Shoulder to Hem: — inches ⸻ CONDITION Archive-grade vintage condition. Natural fading and fabric wear consistent with age and authentic surf use. No major structural damage. Graphics remain intact and legible. Overall condition supports long-term archival preservation. ⸻ SHIPPING Worldwide paid shipping available. Item will be professionally packed with archival handling standards suitable for long-term collection storage. ⸻ Why buy from WAROENGKARTINI45_? We specialize in museum-grade vintage garments, curated and positioned as cultural artifacts rather than trend-based resale items. Every piece is evaluated for historical context, survivorship, and long-term collectibility. No hype chasing. No speculative flipping. Only archive-caliber selections. ⸻ AUTHENTICITY NOTE This item is an original vintage piece. Not a reprint, reproduction, or modern reissue. ⸻ • Surf culture archivists • Early surfwear collectors • Museum or private cultural collections • High-end vintage investors seeking non-reproducible assets
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