{"product_id":"vintage-1973-italian-police-goatskin-leather-motorcycle-jacket-riri-zip","title":"Vintage 1973 Italian Police Goatskin Leather Motorcycle Jacket Riri Zip","description":"\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\u003eDating from 1973, this Italian police motorcycle jacket comes from an era when leather patrol clothing was still designed first and foremost as working equipment. Before modern technical riding fabrics became commonplace, substantial leather provided motorcycle officers with protection from wind, weather and the demands of long hours on the road. The result was clothing built around function, durability and freedom of movement rather than fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut from black goatskin leather, this example has survived more than half a century in remarkably well-preserved condition. The hide retains a deep, consistent black colour, with the pronounced natural grain characteristic of goatskin. Gentle creasing across the sleeves and body records the age of the garment without giving it a heavily distressed appearance, while the leather itself remains supple, substantial and reassuringly strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe construction is restrained and purposeful. A broad pointed collar sits above the original Riri metal front zipper, a quality piece of period hardware that remains with the jacket. Two angled hand pockets are worked discreetly into the lower front, keeping the silhouette unusually clean for a motorcycle garment. There is little unnecessary decoration, giving the jacket the direct, functional appearance expected of professional Italian police patrol clothing of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sleeves finish with broad leather cuffs secured by buttons, rather than an adjustable arrangement. At the rear, twin leather waist adjustment straps pass through individual metal buckles, allowing the lower body to be drawn inward and helping control the jacket around the waist while riding. The broad rear panels also provide an uninterrupted view of the naturally pebbled grain of the goatskin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the original warm tan lining remains exceptionally well preserved. Its surviving composition label records a 60% wool and 40% acetate blend, while a separate original internal label carries the date 26\/11\/1973. These surviving labels provide a particularly valuable period reference and leave no need to estimate the jacket's age from style alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this example particularly appealing is its level of preservation. The goatskin remains strong, the original lining survives in excellent condition, the Riri zipper and period hardware remain in place, and the clean Italian patrol silhouette has lost little of its original presence. More than fifty years after it was made, it remains an exceptionally well-preserved example of 1970s Italian police motorcycle clothing.\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black goatskin leather remains strong, supple and structurally sound throughout. The surface retains a remarkably consistent depth of colour, with pronounced natural grain and gentle age-related creasing. There are minor marks consistent with an original working leather jacket dating from 1973, but no heavy surface deterioration or significant colour loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original tan 60% wool and 40% acetate lining is exceptionally well preserved, remaining clean and remarkably complete. The original dated internal label remains present and clearly records 26\/11\/1973.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jacket has been specialist cleaned and conditioned in-house, with care taken to preserve the original surface character and natural grain of the goatskin. As 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 jacket's original construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Riri main zipper has been refurbished, cleaned, waxed and polished and operates smoothly. The buttons, rear waist adjustment buckles and remaining hardware have also been carefully cleaned while retaining their naturally aged finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, the jacket presents exceptionally well for an original working leather garment now more than fifty years old.\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 1973 Italian police motorcycle jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDated 26 November 1973\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack goatskin leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep, consistent black colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePronounced natural goatskin grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad pointed leather collar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Riri metal front zipper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo angled hand pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad leather cuffs with button fastening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwin rear leather waist adjustment straps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividual metal waist buckles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, functional motorcycle patrol construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad panelled back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal warm tan lining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60% wool \/ 40% acetate lining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal dated internal label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal period labels retained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeriod buttons and hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecialist restored in-house\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent vintage condition\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: 22.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoulders, seam to seam 19inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoulder to cuff: 24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderarm to cuff: 17.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack length, base of collar to hem: 26.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended fit: 40R \/ Small to medium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the best indication of fit, please compare the measurements above with a similar jacket 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":54806498869571,"sku":"EB5109","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/2232\/7107\/files\/IMG_5191_3cbe0ce0-4e50-4619-bb2c-04012235dec4.jpg?v=1789185481","url":"https:\/\/reviverestorevintage.co.uk\/products\/vintage-1973-italian-police-goatskin-leather-motorcycle-jacket-riri-zip","provider":"Revive \u0026 Restore Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}