Product Details
Description
Original Wirth Engineering company work shirt in vivid cobalt blue cotton.
This is a genuine occupational garment rather than a modern reproduction. The chest carries an original green Wirth Engineering patch, indicating that the shirt was issued or customised for an engineering business. The maker of the underlying garment is not identified.
The front has four external patch pockets. Two large lower pockets provide practical storage, while the chest is fitted with two additional pockets. One chest pocket includes a raised tool compartment and stitched loop, designed to hold a pen, narrow tool or workshop instrument.
The front buttons are covered by a protective placket. This keeps the hardware away from machinery and work surfaces while giving the shirt a clean appearance when closed. Other details include a pointed collar, buttoned cuffs, straight hem and unlined construction.
The 100% cotton has developed a soft, substantial feel through repeated wear and washing. Moderate fading is visible around the collar, seams, placket, cuffs and pocket edges. There are also scattered marks, abrasions, small damaged areas and previous repairs. One button is missing.
The shirt has a wide chest, moderate shoulders and a compact body. The sleeves are notably short compared with the chest measurement. It works well as a boxy overshirt, workshop shirt or lightweight outer layer.
Blue cotton work shirts like this were commonly used across European engineering, manufacturing, construction and maintenance trades. Their simple construction allowed easy movement, while large patch pockets kept tools and small components accessible. Genuine company-issued examples are valued for their original patches, practical details and individual wear patterns.
Measurements
Condition
Grade C: Vintage character
Grading type: Workwear / Vintage Workwear
Good wearable vintage condition with moderate damage and clear evidence of occupational use.
The cotton remains soft and comfortable. The overall structure of the shirt is intact, but it has moderate fading, marks, abrasions, small damaged areas and previous repairs throughout. One button is missing.
The strongest fading appears around the collar, front placket, pocket edges, cuffs, sleeves and major seams. The pockets show creasing and wear consistent with regular use. The Wirth Engineering patch remains securely attached and clearly legible.
This is a deliberately characterful piece of original workwear. It is not suitable for someone seeking a clean or minimally worn shirt.
Visible Wear / Notes
One button is missing
Moderate fading throughout
Uneven colour from repeated use and washing
Small holes or worn areas in several places
Scattered abrasions and surface marks
Historic stitching and repairs
Wear around the chest pockets
Wear around the lower utility pockets
Light fraying and loose threads
Fading around the collar and cuffs
Small damaged area visible on the rear sleeve
General occupational wear throughout
Minor age-related wear to the Wirth Engineering patch
All significant wear should be reviewed in the photographs before purchase.
Vintage Workwear Character
This shirt has strong original workwear character.
The blue cotton has developed lighter seam lines, softened pocket edges and uneven tonal variation. These details show where the garment was repeatedly folded, handled and washed during its working life.
The asymmetric chest-pocket construction is particularly distinctive. One pocket includes an extra tool section and loop, giving the shirt a more specialised engineering or workshop appearance than a standard work shirt.
The original Wirth Engineering patch, short boxy shape and visible occupational wear make this a strong example of company-issued European workwear.
Shipping
Ships from Melbourne. Domestic and international shipping available at checkout.
Returns
Please check all measurements and condition notes before purchasing. As most of our pieces are pre-owned, signs of previous wear may be present.
About the Brand
Wirth Engineering appears on the sewn chest patch and represents the company for which the shirt was issued or worn. It should not be assumed to be the manufacturer of the garment itself.
No identifiable clothing-maker label or product code is present. The internal label uses German-language care information, including “100% Baumwolle,” which means 100% cotton. This indicates that the shirt was produced for a German-speaking market, although the exact manufacturer and country of production remain unknown.
The company patch forms an important part of the shirt’s history. Unlike modern fashion branding, occupational patches documented the wearer’s workplace, trade or employer. These original details give vintage company workwear its distinctive character.
