MINT/DEADSTOCK 1987-1988 Oakland Athletics Hat – Sports Specialties

​A Museum-Grade "Bash Brothers" Era Grail

This is not your typical vintage find. This is a "New Old Stock" (NOS) example of the iconic Oakland A's snapback, preserved in near-perfect condition for nearly 40 years. For the purist collector, this hat represents the absolute peak of Sports Specialties quality.

​Rare "Youngan" Construction & Attributes:

​Manufacturer: Produced at the legendary Youngan factory in Korea—widely considered the highest quality headwear manufacturer of the 1980s.

​Fabric: Heavyweight Cotton Twill crown. This is the sought-after "All-Fabric" structured version. It stands tall and firm naturally without the use of foam or plastic mesh (no crumbling foam or brittle buckram).

Brim: Stiff, no cracking or rotting.

​Underbrim: Authentic Kelly Green undervisor (The "Green Bottom").

​Contrast Details: Features the rare Yellow Top Button (matching the brim) and the original Green Youngan Snapback.

​Condition Report (Archival Quality):

​Sweatband: Pristine, crisp white. Zero signs of wear, forehead oils, yellowing, or oxidation.

​Odor: Completely Odorless. No musty, "vintage," or smoke smells.

​Fabric: Vibrant Green and Gold colors with zero fading. No "mothing" or snags.

​Shape: The crown is stiff and retains its original 1980s high-profile "blocking."

​Archival Preservation & Shipping:

​Processing: This hat has been kept in a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment. It has been lightly steamed only to remove minor storage folds—no harsh chemicals, sanitizers, or heavy pressing used, preserving the original fabric integrity.

​Protection: I treat high-end headwear with respect. This hat will be shipped in a sturdy box to ensure it arrives with the crown and brim perfectly intact.

​Handling: Shipped within 1-3 business days with tracking provided.

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