Daily 70s Ad: Karate Uniform ‘The Century Professional’ (1977)

(Click to enlarge) “Your pants never have to be short again!” Hey, isn’t that Grand Master, Pat Burleson with those extra-long cuffs? Daily 70s Ad #233: Karate Uniform ‘The Century Professional’ originally appeared in the September, 1977 issue of Black … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Kickin’ Jeans (1978)

(Click to enlarge) “Exclusive Gusset in the crotch allows same freedom of movement as our professional karate uniforms.” I came across this one last night browsing magazine back issues. I’ve seen this amazing ad posted elsewhere but it certainly bears … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Stars & Stripes Karate Gi (1976)

(Click to enlarge) “Celebrate The Bicentennial With A Stars & Stripes Gi.” Bicentennial-themed merch ruled the mid-70s. Daily 70s Ad #146: Stars & Stripes Karate Gi originally appeared in the June, 1976 issue of Black Belt magazine. (Source: Black Belt) … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Bruce Lee – ‘The Fist That Shook The World’ (1975)

(Click to enlarge) “The Bruce Lee memorial you’ve all been waiting for.” Where can I pick up a copy of this tribute magazine? Daily 70s Ad #125: Bruce Lee – ‘The Fist That Shook The World’ originally appeared in the … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: Martial Arts Posters (1975)

(Click ad to enlarge) “Martial arts posters from Ohara.” Don’t try this at home, kids. Daily 70s Ad #105: Martial Arts Posters originally appeared in the May, 1975 issue of Black Belt magazine. (Source: Black Belt) Previously on Daily 70s … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: ‘The Ballad Of Bruce Lee’ (1975)

(Click ad to enlarge) “Robert Lee sings…” “Bruce Lee’s kid brother Robert Lee, former rock superstar…steps into the light to pay tribute…” Daily 70s Ad #97: ‘The Ballad Of Bruce Lee’ originally appeared in the May, 1975 issue of Black … Continue reading