{"product_id":"vintage-1940s-horsehide-leather-coat-cold-war-czechoslovakia","title":"Vintage 1940s Horsehide Leather Trench Coat - Czechoslovakia Cold War","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eThis late 1940s leather coat stands as a powerful example of post-war European utilitarian design, produced during the early Cold War period and associated with \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCentrotex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the state-run export organisation responsible for distributing Czechoslovak textiles and leather goods internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eThe cut is purposeful and authoritative. Long in the body, belted through the waist, and structured to sit close while allowing movement, it reflects a period where garments were engineered for durability, function, and longevity rather than fashion. The presence is immediate. Heavy, grounded, and resolutely practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003eConstructed from exceptionally dense horsehide, the leather carries the hallmarks of mid-century European tanning. Thick through the panels, firm yet responsive in the hand, with a deep brown tone that has aged naturally over decades. The surface shows a rich, even patina developed through time rather than wear, with natural grain variation that gives the coat depth and character without compromising structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1925\"\u003eInside, the coat is lined in moleskin, adding weight, warmth, and comfort while reinforcing the garment’s utilitarian intent. A rare internal body belt allows the fit to be drawn in discreetly beneath the outer shell, while the exterior full belt provides both adjustment and visual definition. Buckled cuffs at the arms add further functional detailing, reinforcing the military-adjacent aesthetic of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003eHardware throughout remains original and correct, including the belt buckle, which bears period-appropriate maker markings that support the coat’s provenance. These small details matter, and here they remain intact and honest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition and Preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eThe coat has been professionally cleaned to remove decades of embedded soiling and bacteria, then carefully finished using our Heritage leather conditioner to replenish essential oils specific to this grade of horsehide. The work was carried out with restraint, preserving the original surface character and patina while restoring suppleness and long term stability. No cosmetic alteration or artificial enhancement has been undertaken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eCondition is excellent for the period. The horsehide remains strong and sound with no thinning or structural weakness. The moleskin lining is clean and well preserved. All belts, buckles, and fastenings remain intact and function as intended. The coat presents as a rare, complete example of Cold War era leather outerwear, preserved with respect for both its material and historical context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2898\" data-end=\"2926\"\u003eKey Identifying Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"3430\"\u003e• Late 1940s leather coat associated with Centrotex\u003cbr data-start=\"2979\" data-end=\"2982\"\u003e• Czechoslovak production, early Cold War period\u003cbr data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3033\"\u003e• Heavy 3.3kg horsehide construction with dense grain\u003cbr data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3083\"\u003e• Rich brown leather with natural aged patina\u003cbr data-start=\"3128\" data-end=\"3131\"\u003e• Moleskin-lined interior\u003cbr data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3159\"\u003e• Internal body belt for concealed adjustment\u003cbr data-start=\"3204\" data-end=\"3207\"\u003e• Full exterior waist belt\u003cbr data-start=\"3233\" data-end=\"3236\"\u003e• Buckled cuffs at the arms\u003cbr data-start=\"3263\" data-end=\"3266\"\u003e• Original period hardware with maker-marked belt buckle\u003cbr data-start=\"3322\" data-end=\"3325\"\u003e• Specialist cleaned and professionally conditioned\u003cbr data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3368\"\u003e• Excellent vintage condition with original character intact\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3437\" data-end=\"3473\"\u003eGarment Measurements (Laid Flat)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3475\" data-end=\"3675\"\u003e• Chest (armpit to armpit): 24\"\u003cbr data-start=\"3506\" data-end=\"3509\"\u003e• Shoulders (seam to seam): 19.5\"\u003cbr data-start=\"3542\" data-end=\"3545\"\u003e• Sleeve length (shoulder seam to cuff): 26.5\"\u003cbr data-start=\"3589\" data-end=\"3592\"\u003e• Sleeve length (underarm to cuff): 17\"\u003cbr data-start=\"3631\" data-end=\"3634\"\u003e• Back length (collar seam to hem): 40\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3677\" data-end=\"3801\"\u003eBest suited to a 44–46 chest, with a long arm length. Please compare these measurements with a similar garment for best fit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Revive Restore Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54180038213955,"sku":"EB4985","price":595.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/2232\/7107\/files\/IMG_4249_e23acc7e-89b7-47d0-b64f-608d80c14ccb.jpg?v=1770710058","url":"https:\/\/reviverestorevintage.co.uk\/products\/vintage-1940s-horsehide-leather-coat-cold-war-czechoslovakia","provider":"Revive \u0026 Restore Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}