{"product_id":"german-motorrad-motorcycle-jacket-1950s-bws-lederbekleidung-forest-green","title":"Vintage 1950s German Leather Motorrad Motorcycle Jacket","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBWS Lederbekleidung was one of the serious names in post-war German motorcycle outfitting, a manufacturer whose jackets were sold through specialist motorcycle outfitters and department stores across Germany. This is a fully labelled example, the BWS Lederbekleidung badge present and legible on the interior lining, and it represents the manufacturer at the height of their craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe red tape running through every zip closure is the signature detail of the organised German motorcycle club culture of the 1950s, a period when riding clubs became a central part of working and community life across the country. Red zip tape was a mark of belonging, of identity, and of pride in the machine and the ride. It runs here through every closure on the jacket, front zip, chest pocket, lower pockets and cuff zips, entirely intact and uncorroded throughout. It is rare to find a jacket where all the red tape has survived in this condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe braided epaulettes at both shoulders are worked in single-tone dark green leather, terminating at a dome stud, and sit above the most elaborate quilted shoulder panel construction we have seen on a jacket of this type. The quilting fans outward in a wave pattern from the shoulder seam across the entire upper arm, providing structured protection and giving the jacket a visual drama that sets it apart from plainer examples. Red piping runs along all the major panel seams and edges throughout the jacket, from the shoulder seams down through the front panels, along the belt, and across the rear. The combination of the green leather, the red tape and piping, and the braided epaulettes is striking and completely coherent. This was a jacket built to be seen as much as worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe construction is Zipp branded throughout, the front closure and all pocket and cuff zips carrying original Zipp hardware with the characteristic period teeth and sliders. All are present and intact. The front closes on an asymmetric off-centre zip in the classic Motorrad tradition. Two angled chest zip pockets sit across the front. Two lower zip pockets are positioned at the waist. Cuff zips run to both sleeves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe belt system on this jacket is exceptional and specific to this maker. A full removable waist belt attaches via zip closures at each side, allowing it to be removed entirely or refitted as required. Four buckles run across the front hem, each one functional and original. A half belt sits across the rear with its own buckle adjusters, allowing the back of the jacket to be drawn in independently of the front. This is a level of considered engineering that speaks to how seriously BWS approached the problem of fit at speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe leather is a smooth cowhide in deep forest green, supple and exceptionally well preserved. There is no fading anywhere on this jacket. Whoever owned this piece looked after it with care, and it shows. The surface retains its original depth of colour throughout, with only the lightest surface wear consistent with occasional use rather than hard daily riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe interior is lined in dark green cotton moleskin throughout. The lining carries some light marks and general wear consistent with its age, all visible in the photographs, but nothing that affects the structure or wearability of the jacket. A leather-bound internal chest pocket is present and functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis jacket is rare not only for its specification and condition but for its size. Cut to a 48\" chest, it is one of very few examples of this type available in a larger size. Jackets of this quality and detail in XXL almost never come to market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLike all German Motorrad jackets of this period, this was designed and cut to be worn close to the body on the bike. The fit is intentionally snug when standing — this is correct and as intended. On the machine it sits and moves exactly as it should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe jacket has been cleaned in house and given a light dressing to protect the hide without altering its surface character. All zips have been refurbished and lubricated in the workshop and now run correctly. The history is in the leather itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e1950s German Motorrad motorcycle jacket by BWS Lederbekleidung\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOriginal BWS Lederbekleidung label present and legible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRare large size, cut to a 48\" chest, XXL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSmooth cowhide in deep forest green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eExceptional condition throughout, no fading, original colour retained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAsymmetric front zip, original Zipp hardware throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRed zip tape to all closures, entirely intact and uncorroded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTwo angled chest zip pockets, original Zipp hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTwo lower waist zip pockets, original Zipp hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCuff zips to both sleeves, original Zipp hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBraided single-tone green leather epaulettes, dome stud termination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eElaborate quilted fan-pattern shoulder and sleeve panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRed piping to all major seams and panel edges throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRemovable full waist belt, zip-attached at both sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFour buckles to front hem, all original and functional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHalf belt to rear with buckle adjusters, original and functional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDark green cotton moleskin interior lining, present throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLight marks and general wear to interior lining, consistent with age, photographed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLeather-bound internal chest pocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAll seams tight, structure completely sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAll zips refurbished and lubricated in house, operating correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCleaned and lightly conditioned in house\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGarment Measurements (Laid Flat)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eChest (armpit to armpit): 25\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eShoulders (seam to seam): 21\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSleeve length (underarm seam to cuff): 19\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSleeve length (shoulder seam to cuff): 27\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBack length (collar seam to hem): 26\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBest suited to a 48\" chest. Like all German Motorrad jackets of this period this was designed to be worn close to the body on the bike. Please compare against the measurements above before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Revive Restore Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54435354378563,"sku":"EB5067","price":695.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/2232\/7107\/files\/IMG_8780_33c41ccc-671e-4f18-adf1-4525154f0661.jpg?v=1777040097","url":"https:\/\/reviverestorevintage.co.uk\/products\/german-motorrad-motorcycle-jacket-1950s-bws-lederbekleidung-forest-green","provider":"Revive \u0026 Restore Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}