Elvis Presley Karate Gi Issued – COA Provenance Wayne Carmen & 100% Authentic Team

Description

Under Master Kang Rhee in Memphis, Elvis trained as “Master Tiger” with other students in the early-70s. Rhee and Presley were great friends during The King’s “Golden Years.” Presley had an intense interest in martial arts and was introduced to Rhee from his previous instructor Ed Parker. Elvis also became an instructor himself in the Pasaryu Karate Association.

When Elvis trained and did demonstrations at the institute, he wore a custom-made uniform that he designed with Master Rhee. It was a Ronin brand competition style (6) gi and kept at the facility for Elvis’ use. This particular uniform (Best Sang Moo SA) was essentially a back-up in case Elvis needed it. It was made in white cotton canvas and trimmed in red satin with special “frog” closures. The 8th degree black – red satin belt, is monogrammed in gold with Presley’s name and symbolic characters of the “Master Tiger.”Also visible are two patches the “TCB – representing Faith, Spirit and Disipline” on the chest and the “Golden Fist” on the left wrist. The pants have the same Ronin tagging as the top and show frog closures with decorative flares and accents.

This uniform made for Prestley features a photo of him wearing the style shown. The gi was obtained by the Wayne Carmen from Kang Rhee. Wayne Carmen provided a signed letter of authenticity.

Authentication: Provenance Letter Wayne Carmen & 100% Authentic Team

Elvis Presley Worn Karate Gi