Tintype with Bibbed Shirt

[Runscott]

Here's an odd little photo I couldn't pass up. Any thoughts on what this bibbed shirt represents? It's hard to see, but his pants are vertically striped.

[Leon]

I have been looking at this since you posted. I can't place it but, as you know, a lot of different activities sported those back in the day.. A fireman like this could be possible?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VERY-RARE-TI...IAAOSwAL9Uk5dq

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[Runscott]

Yeah, almost any bibbed jersey can be a fireman - I think the multi-striped pants make this guy something different. I'm leaning toward some sort of organization;e.g-Masons, but something else.

[WillowGrove]

Scott when I saw it my very first reaction was it looked like a Pennsylvania Dutch emblem. They would be put on barns beginning in the 1840s. Trying to attach an image from my phone...

[Nashvol]

I'm wondering if what looks like a six shooter on the floor underneath the chair is a clue...

[vintagesportscollector]

Originally Posted by WillowGrove

Scott when I saw it my very first reaction was it looked like a Pennsylvania Dutch emblem. They would be put on barns beginning in the 1840s. Trying to attach an image from my phone...

That was exactly my same immediate reaction too, but comparing the two now, I don't think the bib is Penn Dutch.

[Huysmans]

While I can't place the bibbed shirt...
It should be noted that striped pants were a common fashion of the era, and it probably has nothing to do with a "sports uniform".
Also, given the apparent age of the individual, I highly doubt he relates to any sport.
You might be right regarding it as being some kind of Mason or fraternal organization outfit Scott. Hopefully you can uncover more info.

Brent