Harley Haven
When It Pours This Jacket Reigns
An ongoing project to document all of the exquisite vintage Harley Davidson clothing.
Item #6: Harley Davidson AMF rain jacket
Decade: 1970s
Label: AMF Harley Davidson
Harley Fact: For about a decade Harley Davidson bikes were nicknamed “Hardley Ableson.” In 1969 the American Machinery and Foundry purchased Harley Davidson and put their own spin on Harley manufacturing. The end result was a less expensive bike that became inferior to, dare I say it, Japanese motorcycles. Sales declined, labour disputes rose and the company almost went bankrupt.
Approximate value: $100-$150
Jimmy founded Defunkd in 2004 when he started selling vintage t-shirts online. 20 years of experience later and he hasn't looked back since. Actually, he looks back all the time given he's a sucker for nostalgia. For more, check the history of Defunkd and Jimmy's Expertise.
