A collection of rare vintage leather jackets, each with a history of its own.

Every piece is selected for its leather, construction and character, then restored by hand, keeping the marks of its past and preparing it for the years ahead.

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Fresh from the workshop, cleaned, repaired and ready to wear.

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RESTORED & PRESERVED

An original WWII Irvin flying jacket, shaped by more than eighty years of age, wear and deterioration.

Our restoration centred on preserving what survived, retaining the original sheepskin, hardware, patina and character wherever possible, while carefully addressing the damage that threatened its future.

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STORIES WORN & REMEMBERED

Real pieces. Real collectors. Stories that continue beyond the restoration.

1940s German Wehrmacht Officer's Horsehide Leather Trench Coat (XL)
1940s German Wehrmacht Officer's Horsehide Leather Trench Coat (XL)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Exactly as described and beautifully presented. A fantastic piece and a pleasure to wear.”
John H. Boston, USA
WWII French Army M35 Tank Crew Leather Jacket - Small (38)
WWII French Army M35 Tank Crew Leather Jacket - Small (38)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“One of the best vintage leather workshops I’ve come across. Properly restored jackets that deserve to be preserved, and packed with real care.”
Robert M New South Wales, Australia
Schott Perfecto 619 – 1970s Hand-Oiled Brown Naked Cowhide (40)
Schott Perfecto 619 – 1970s Hand-Oiled Brown Naked Cowhide (40)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
“Delivered within 36 hours. Carefully packed and better than expected. Highly recommended.”
Rodney C. Cornwall, England

THE WORKSHOP JOURNAL

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  • Original WWII RAF Irvin sheepskin flying jacket with honey fleece collar and brown leather panels before restoration by Revive & Restore Vintage.

    WWII RAF Irvin Restoration: Before & After

    An original WWII RAF Irvin flying jacket, worn by a pilot shot down in the war, arrived in a fragile state, salt bloom, cracked shearling, and seized zips. This is...

    WWII RAF Irvin Restoration: Before & After

    An original WWII RAF Irvin flying jacket, worn by a pilot shot down in the war, arrived in a fragile state, salt bloom, cracked shearling, and seized zips. This is...

  • French Leather Work Jackets of the 1940s & 50s

    French Leather Work Jackets of the 1940s & 50s

    Explore the history and craftsmanship of 1940s and 1950s French leather work jackets, from their practical origins and distinctive construction to their characteristic patina.

    French Leather Work Jackets of the 1940s & 50s

    Explore the history and craftsmanship of 1940s and 1950s French leather work jackets, from their practical origins and distinctive construction to their characteristic patina.

  • Revive & Restore Vintage Sheepskin Leather Conditioner – Workshop Blend tin on wooden surface

    Choosing a Conditioner for Vintage Leather

    A practical guide to choosing the right conditioner for vintage leather, based on hands-on restoration experience and the principles we use in our workshop.

    Choosing a Conditioner for Vintage Leather

    A practical guide to choosing the right conditioner for vintage leather, based on hands-on restoration experience and the principles we use in our workshop.

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