{"product_id":"original-1940s-german-military-horsehide-leather-officer-trench-coat","title":"Original 1940s German Military Horsehide Leather Officer Trench Coat","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAn exceptional original German horsehide leather coat dating from the 1940s, constructed in the long belted style associated with military, official and civilian motoring dress of the period.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut from substantial dark brown horsehide, its proportions are imposing, with a full-length body, broad lapelled front, pronounced shoulder line and fitted waist defined by its original leather belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe construction is particularly accomplished. A shaped yoke sweeps across the upper chest and continues around the shoulders into a deeply scalloped rear yoke. Below it, large uninterrupted panels form the body of the coat, giving the leather both presence and an unusually clean silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe asymmetrical front can be worn open with broad lapels or closed considerably higher around the chest and neck. Fine parallel stitching follows the lapels, while substantial button-fastened leather straps secure the wrists. The full leather waist belt is finished with leather-covered rectangular fittings, maintaining the restrained appearance of the coat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the rear, a long central vent rises from the hem, allowing greater freedom of movement when walking or sitting, an important practical consideration in a coat of this length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior is equally interesting. Rather than the conventional fully enclosed lining expected in later leather outerwear, much of the internal construction remains visible beneath a substantial brown moleskin structure. It provides an unusually clear view of how the garment was assembled and adds considerably to its period character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than eighty years have given the horsehide a particularly beautiful natural patina. The original dark brown has developed considerable depth and variation, with warmer brown emerging across the shoulders, sleeves, seams and other areas repeatedly exposed to movement and handling. Fine scratches, rubbing, softened edges and deep natural creasing remain visible throughout, while the larger panels retain areas of darker, richer colour. The result is irregular and completely individual, the accumulated surface of a coat that has aged naturally rather than an effect created to imitate age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite that extensive surface character, the horsehide has lost little of its substance. It remains strong and substantial, while decades of wear have given the sleeves and areas of movement a natural drape that heavy leather only develops with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong horsehide leather coats of this type formed part of German military dress during the 1930s and 1940s, particularly as substantial outerwear for officers and personnel requiring protection from wind and weather. Unlike standardised field clothing, leather outerwear could vary considerably in construction, with privately purchased and tailored examples accounting for many of the differences encountered between surviving coats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an exceptionally preserved example of German military leather outerwear from the period. Its imposing full-length cut, substantial horsehide construction and remarkably complete survival make it an increasingly difficult piece to find in this condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn imposing survivor from a period when leather outerwear was made for protection, longevity and purpose.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Restoration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition for an original German leather coat dating from the 1940s. The garment remains strong, structurally sound and remarkably well preserved for its age, with expected signs of genuine use but no significant deterioration affecting its overall presentation or integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brown moleskin interior also remains substantially intact, with age-related wear consistent with the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coat has been specialist leather cleaned and conditioned in-house, with care taken to preserve its established character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of the restoration, the leather has also been carefully reshaped to reduce undesirable set-in creasing caused by prolonged wear and storage, restoring a more natural structure and drape without altering the coat's original construction or removing the character of the hide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe buttons, belt fittings and remaining hardware have been carefully cleaned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal German leather trench coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCirca 1940s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubstantial dark brown horsehide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful naturally developed patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-length period construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsymmetrical high-closing front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad lapels with parallel stitched detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaped front shoulder yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep scalloped rear shoulder yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal full leather waist belt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather-covered rectangular belt fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton-fastened leather wrist straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge uninterrupted horsehide body panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong rear walking vent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown moleskin interior\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGerman military officer period construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecialist restored in-house\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarment Measurements, Laid Flat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChest, armpit to armpit: 23\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoulders, seam to seam: 19.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoulder seam to cuff: 28\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderarm seam to cuff: 19.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack length, base of collar to hem: 53\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--sticky-padding-top)\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to a 42 Long chest, Size Medium, or a Size Large for a closer, slimmer fit. The longer body and sleeve proportions are particularly well suited to a taller frame. For the best indication of fit, please compare the measurements above with a similar coat you already own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Revive \u0026 Restore Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54812977856835,"sku":"EB5116","price":600.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/2232\/7107\/files\/IMG_5416_1504ad80-de21-4b35-a708-fc30bed08a1e.jpg?v=1789399864","url":"https:\/\/reviverestorevintage.co.uk\/products\/original-1940s-german-military-horsehide-leather-officer-trench-coat","provider":"Revive \u0026 Restore Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}