Lot # 79 - 1970s K2 Skis "K2 Wants You" Uncle Sam Promotional Poster

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 10-Nov-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 17-Nov-2026 8:18:00 PM
Current bid:

$5.00

Highest bidder:

Oliver Beans

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Description :

Highly sought-after, original 1970s "K2 Wants You"promotional ski poster, published by K2 Corp. based out of Vashon Island, Washington.

This iconic piece of ski culture features a brilliant parody of James Montgomery Flagg’s famous World War I Uncle Sam recruitment image. Instead of the US Army, Uncle Sam sports his classic red, white, and blue top hat to recruit for the legendary American ski brand, accented by the bold, red retro "K2" logo and the stark typography reading "WANTS YOU."An essential centerpiece for any vintage ski collector, lodge decoration, or Pacific Northwest ski history enthusiast.

  • Brand/Issuer: K2 Corp, Vashon Island, WA
  • Era: Circa 1970s
  • Subject: Uncle Sam "K2 Wants You" Ski Promotion
  • Format: Lithograph / Paper Poster

In Good/Very Good vintage condition with bright, strong color preservation. It shows normal signs of age and handling consistent with paper ephemera of this era, including visible horizontal rippling and light creasing from being stored rolled. Edges show minor handling wear but remain intact without major structural loss. There are no major vertical tears across the primary central image. Displays beautifully as-is or would be an excellent candidate for professional linen-backing and framing.


Dimensions : 35 in L x 24 in W

Auction History

Highest bidder is Oliver Beans

Date Bid User
10-Nov-2026 8:06:27 AM $5.00 Oliver Beans

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