If you’re looking for a jacket that doesn’t just make an entrance—but owns the room—this is the one. Built in the late 1940s, this German rider’s jacket embodies everything post-war motorcyclists demanded: durability for the open road, style to turn heads, and a cut that fits like a second skin.
Distinctive Craftsmanship & Design
Mid-Weight Chrome-Tanned Calfskin: Supple and slightly stretchy, offering a buttery softness that sets it apart from stiffer horsehide designs.
Bi-Swing Action Back: Provides full range of motion—perfect for gripping handlebars or leaning into conversation.
Original Wool Lining: Delivers warmth without bulk, showcasing the purposeful practicality of post-war craftsmanship.
Natural Patina: Every scuff and crease tells a story, adding to the jacket’s raw charisma and authenticity.
Features & Details
Era: Late 1940s post-war Germany
Leather: Mid-weight chrome-tanned calfskin — tight-grained and richly patinated
Lining: Original wool lining — warm, breathable, and ideal for cold rides
Back: Bi-swing action back for comfortable movement
Pockets: Two angled hand-warmer pockets
Hardware: Main zipper replaced with a period-correct German zip
Fit: Adjustable waist and cuff belts for a custom fit
Garment Measurements (Laid Flat)
Across the Chest: 21.5"
Underarm to Cuff: 17.5"
Shoulder Seam to Cuff: 25"
Across the Shoulders: 20"
Back Length (bottom of collar to hem): 26"
Best suited for a 38 Regular with a close, tailored fit. For the perfect fit, please compare these measurements to a jacket you already own.
Condition & Restoration
This jacket has undergone specialist leather cleaning, effectively removing decades of deep-set grime, sweat, and bacteria. It has then been carefully conditioned, enhancing its natural patina while preserving the calfskin’s flexibility, softness, and strength.
Sympathetic Zipper Replacement: The main zipper has been updated with a period-correct bronze zip, honouring the jacket’s working history.
Wool Lining Integrity: The original lining remains remarkably intact, with minor, discreet repairs at the lower hem that are nearly invisible when worn.
Surface Character: Light creasing, scuffs, and subtle abrasions proudly display a life well-lived.
This is a jacket designed to turn heads, spark conversations, and outlast every fleeting trend—a genuine piece of post-war history that still commands attention today.
