{"product_id":"1950s-french-workwear-leather-utility-jacket","title":"1950s French Workwear Leather Utility Jacket","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eProduced during the years of post war industrial expansion in France, this 1950s leather utility jacket reflects a period when durable outerwear was essential rather than optional. Designed for long working days in unheated spaces and exposed conditions, it carries the quiet practicality typical of mid century French workwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003eCut slightly longer through the body with a clean straight zip front and structured collar, the silhouette is balanced and purposeful. The brown mid weight leather shows natural grain character and tonal variation throughout. Decades of wear have developed a rich patina, particularly along the sleeves and high contact areas where the surface has softened and burnished naturally. There is light age related chapping in places, entirely commensurate with age and long term use, yet the hide remains strong, supple and structurally sound with no cracking or weakness. Creasing sits honestly through the arms and body, exactly where a working garment should show it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003eConstruction is straightforward and durable. The original brass front zipper runs smoothly. Angled front pockets are neatly integrated into the body, while buttoned cuff adjustment tabs and rear waist adjusters provide subtle shaping and practical function. The interior retains its brown and green plaid wool lining, which remains intact and warm, with only a couple of small stitch repairs to the inner lining that are discreet and secure. This jacket originally featured a detachable fur collar and a zip out lining, both now absent, leaving a cleaner profile while retaining full wearability and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003eThe jacket has been specialist leather cleaned in the workshop, removing years of soiling and odours. It has been lightly conditioned to preserve suppleness without altering its natural character. It will arrive clean, fresh and ready to wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003eAn honest and increasingly scarce example of mid century French leather workwear, preserved with care and ready for continued use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Identifying Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2730\"\u003e• 1950s French workwear leather utility jacket\u003cbr data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2272\"\u003e• Brown mid weight leather construction\u003cbr data-start=\"2311\" data-end=\"2314\"\u003e• Original brass front zipper\u003cbr data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2346\"\u003e• Angled front hand pockets\u003cbr data-start=\"2373\" data-end=\"2376\"\u003e• Buttoned cuff adjustment tabs\u003cbr data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003e• Rear waist adjusters\u003cbr data-start=\"2432\" data-end=\"2435\"\u003e• Brown and green plaid wool lining\u003cbr data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2582\"\u003e• Light age related chapping commensurate with age\u003cbr data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2635\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Small stitch repairs to inner lining\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2732\" data-end=\"2767\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarment Measurements Laid Flat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2769\" data-end=\"2952\"\u003e• Chest (armpit to armpit): 23\"\u003cbr data-start=\"2796\" data-end=\"2799\"\u003e• Shoulders (seam to seam): 20\u003cbr data-start=\"2826\" data-end=\"2829\"\u003e• Sleeve length (shoulder seam to cuff): 24.5\"\u003cbr data-start=\"2869\" data-end=\"2872\"\u003e• Sleeve length (underarm seam to cuff): 16\"\u003cbr data-start=\"2912\" data-end=\"2915\"\u003e• Back length (collar seam to hem): 32\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2954\" data-end=\"3086\"\u003eBest suited to a 42 inch chest\/ medium frame depending on desired fit. Please compare measurements with a similar garment to ensure correct fit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Revive Restore Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54241551941955,"sku":"EB5005","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/2232\/7107\/files\/IMG_5138.jpg?v=1772441079","url":"https:\/\/reviverestorevintage.co.uk\/products\/1950s-french-workwear-leather-utility-jacket","provider":"Revive \u0026 Restore Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}