Jean & James
Vintage 1998 Deftones "Karate Silhouette" Band Tee – Black Giant Tag
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$275.00
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An authentic 1998 artifact from the band’s definitive late-90s era, built on a genuine Giant brand canvas. This innovative design cleverly incorporates stylized martial art action silhouettes aligned to spell out the word "DEFTONES" across the chest matrix. Pure Around the Fur energy with a gorgeous, natural fade.
Add a foundational piece of late-90s heavy rock history to your collection with this authentic 1998 Deftones graphic shirt. Sourced on a premier, midweight Giant brand jersey canvas, this collector's piece exhibits a smooth charcoal patina earned through decades of genuine wear.
Crafted with a stout ribbed crew neck and straight-cut sleeves, the garment delivers the structured drape and soft hand-feel unique to end-of-the-century apparel manufacturing. A visually striking, highly collectible piece curated specifically for a premium West Coast retail display.
Specifications & Visual Traits
- Production Year: 1998
- Label Blank: Giant
- Composition: 100% Midweight Cotton
- Aesthetic: Early alternative metal, industrial grunge, late 90s skate lifestyle.
- Details: Faded black/charcoal matrix, contrast silhouette screenprint, clean back panel.
Condition Report
Outstanding vintage status. Features uniform fabric washing across the torso with excellent, crisp preservation remaining on the central white graphic print. No major flaws.
Measurements
- Pit-to-Pit: 18 inches
- Length (Collar to Hem): 27 inches
Please check all measurements and photos. This is a vintage as/is listing. All sales final.