{"product_id":"1940s-vintage-h-bar-c-california-ranchwear-embroidered-western-shirt-xs","title":"1940s H Bar C California Ranchwear Embroidered Western Shirt - Pearl Snaps - Size XS - Rare","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExceptionally Rare 1940s H Bar C Western Shirt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a museum-quality piece of western wear history - an authentic 1940s H Bar C California Ranchwear embroidered western shirt with pearl snaps. H Bar C began producing western wear in the 1940s and quickly became legendary among cowboys and collectors alike. Finding a shirt from this early era is extraordinarily rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic 1940s H Bar C California Ranchwear label - extremely rare early production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful period embroidery with 1940s styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal pearl snap closures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue 1940s construction techniques and craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 80 years of western heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum-quality collectible piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePit to Pit: 21\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 24\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: Extra Small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition for an 80+ year old garment with authentic patina. The shoulder seam has separated (see image 6) and there are a few signs of age consistent with a piece from the 1940s. These imperfections are part of the shirt's authentic history and can be professionally repaired if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1940s H Bar C shirts are among the most sought-after pieces in vintage western wear collecting. This era represents the birth of the modern western shirt, and H Bar C was at the forefront of this movement. This shirt is not just clothing - it's a piece of American western heritage from the golden age of ranchwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for serious collectors, museums, or anyone seeking an investment-grade piece of western wear history. This is a rare opportunity to own an authentic 1940s H Bar C shirt.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rodeo Joe's Western Wear","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53475947381069,"sku":null,"price":240.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0923\/0355\/6941\/files\/HBC1940sCLASS1.jpg?v=1772640389","url":"https:\/\/rodeojoeswesternwear.com\/products\/1940s-vintage-h-bar-c-california-ranchwear-embroidered-western-shirt-xs","provider":"Rodeo Joe's Western Wear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}