1940s German Vintage Ledermantel Leather Trench Coat "Fur Collar"

This German Ledermantel has the unmistakable presence of a serious coat. Made in Germany during the 1940s, it reflects the wartime philosophy of design where clothing meant survival, not style. Long, heavy, and balanced through the shoulders, it feels every bit as capable as it looks, structured, composed, and built to endure.

These coats were privately purchased by officers and officials who wanted something beyond standard issue. They paid for better hides, better linings, better warmth. This example shows exactly why that mattered. The construction is firm and beautifully proportioned, and the leather feels alive with the texture and depth only a full-grain hide earns after decades of wear.

The body is made from solid cowhide leather, rich in tone with a natural and even patina that speaks of time rather than neglect. The surface is smooth to the hand yet carries honest creasing through the sleeves and flanks, evidence of genuine use. It has weight without stiffness, a reassuring density that anchors it around you.

At the collar sits a detachable real fur trim, thick and well-kept. It frames the face cleanly when attached and can be removed for a more austere silhouette. Even after eight decades, the fur still holds its warmth and softness, a small luxury built into an otherwise utilitarian design.

Inside, the coat is lined in heavy moleskin, soft on the skin and reliable in cold weather. It uses an internal body belt to draw the fit close and trap heat, backed by a full external waist belt that shapes the line through the torso. Small details such as the cuff straps, rear vent, and solid buckles are executed with quiet precision and make perfect sense once worn.

This coat has been professionally cleaned and conditioned using a conservative preservation process. Nothing unnecessary has been altered or replaced. The leather remains strong throughout, the seams are secure, and all hardware functions properly. It’s ready to wear again or to keep as a true piece of period craftsmanship.

Condition is excellent for its age. The leather holds its structure with light, natural patina. The fur collar is intact, the moleskin lining clean and stable, and the weight of the coat remains balanced and even. It feels complete, authentic, and confident, the kind of garment that earned its authority over time, not through restoration.

Original Ledermäntel with detachable fur collars and internal belt systems have become increasingly difficult to find. This one stands apart for its strength, integrity, and wearability. It doesn’t imitate the past; it is the past, preserved honestly and ready to live again.

Key Identifying Features

• German Ledermantel
• 1940s wartime-era production
• Privately purchased officer’s outerwear
• Full-grain cowhide with deep natural patina
• Detachable real fur collar
• Moleskin interior lining
• Internal body belt and full external waist belt
• Tailored trench cut with cuff straps and rear vent
• Professionally cleaned and preserved
• Original character and structure retained

Garment Measurements (Laid Flat)

• Chest (armpit to armpit): 24.5"
• Shoulders (seam to seam): 20.5"
• Sleeve length (shoulder seam to cuff): 25"
• Sleeve length (underarm to cuff): 17"
• Back length (collar seam to hem): 40"

Best suited for a 44–46 inch chest (Large to XL). Please compare with a similar coat for best accuracy.

A powerful piece of wartime leather tailoring, grounded in purpose and preserved with quiet respect.