'Christian' Vintage Garage Shirt

Editors Notes

Short-sleeve automotive work shirt in navy with bright red contrast panels (shoulders, side stripes, and back yoke), black buttons, and two button-flap chest pockets. Features embroidered uniform patches: name patch "Christian" and dealership patch "PREMIER KIA OF CARLSBAD." Point collar with red inner facing; woven Red Kap neck label visible.

Work shirts like this became a staple of American service-station and dealership uniforms in the mid‑20th century, prized for their durability and easy-care blends. Red Kap, founded in 1923, is especially known for hard-wearing industrial workwear with practical details like chest pockets and sturdy button fronts. The personalized name patch and dealership embroidery place this piece firmly in the uniform tradition where identification and branding were part of the job. Today, mechanic and shop shirts are collected and worn for their authentic heritage vibe, bold colorblocking, and effortless oversized styling over tees or with denim.

Size & Fit

Large

Measurements

Width (Pit To Pit) 24 "

Length (Collar To Hem) 31 "

All measurements are in inches.

Condition

Very Good