{"product_id":"vintage-1980s-schott-a2-naked-cowhide-leather-jacket-1","title":"Vintage 1980s Schott A2 Naked Cowhide Leather Jacket 184SM","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eFirm in the hand and unapologetically structured, this 1980s A2 reflects a period when American civilian flight jackets leaned into material honesty rather than surface treatment. The silhouette follows the original military blueprint, but the character is defined by the hide itself. This is a jacket that carries weight, structure and natural authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"966\"\u003eThe piece was produced by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSchott NYC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e during a decade when the company favoured open-finish, full grain hides that were intended to mature visibly through wear. Schott’s long association with American flight and motorcycle jackets placed emphasis on durability first, allowing the leather to record use rather than conceal it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eThe cut remains true to the classic A2 configuration. Clean through the body, balanced in proportion and finished with epaulettes and twin flap pockets, the shape is controlled and purposeful. The waistband anchors the silhouette firmly at the hem, maintaining structure without excess volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003eThe leather is full grain naked cowhide, notably firm and dense. Unlike heavily processed or corrected hides, naked cowhide was left largely untreated at surface level, allowing it to darken and burnish naturally. Here, the hide retains its structural integrity with a strong, grounded feel. The surface shows authentic tonal variation across the sleeves, seams and pocket edges, formed gradually through decades of wear. The grain remains tight and disciplined, with creasing that reflects movement rather than fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003eThe interior lining remains original, clean and well preserved. Waistband and cuffs have been professionally refurbished in the workshop to restore resilience while maintaining correct proportion and tension. All construction remains sound, with stitching secure throughout and hardware functioning as intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2128\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition and Preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003eThe jacket has been professionally cleaned to remove embedded soiling, then lightly conditioned in house to ensure suppleness while preserving the integrity of the naked cowhide surface. No cosmetic enhancement or artificial darkening has been applied. The leather remains firm, structured and strong, with natural patina consistent with age. There are no structural weaknesses or areas of thinning. Overall condition is very good vintage, defined by maturity rather than wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2609\" data-end=\"2637\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Identifying Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2639\" data-end=\"3035\"\u003e• 1980s Schott A2 civilian flight jacket\u003cbr data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"2682\"\u003e• Full grain naked cowhide with open-finish surface\u003cbr data-start=\"2733\" data-end=\"2736\"\u003e• Firm, structured hide with naturally developed burnishing\u003cbr data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2798\"\u003e• Classic A2 silhouette with epaulettes and twin flap pockets\u003cbr data-start=\"2859\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003e• Original lining, clean and intact\u003cbr data-start=\"2897\" data-end=\"2900\"\u003e• Professionally refurbished waistband and cuffs\u003cbr data-start=\"2948\" data-end=\"2951\"\u003e• Original hardware throughout\u003cbr data-start=\"2981\" data-end=\"2984\"\u003e• Strong stitching and sound overall construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3037\" data-end=\"3073\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarment Measurements (Laid Flat)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3075\" data-end=\"3275\"\u003e• Chest (armpit to armpit): 27.5\"\u003cbr data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3109\"\u003e• Shoulders (seam to seam): 23\"\u003cbr data-start=\"3140\" data-end=\"3143\"\u003e• Sleeve length (shoulder seam to cuff): 28\"\u003cbr data-start=\"3187\" data-end=\"3190\"\u003e• Sleeve length (underarm to cuff): 20\"\u003cbr data-start=\"3229\" data-end=\"3232\"\u003e• Back length (collar seam to hem): 25.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3277\" data-end=\"3405\"\u003eBest suited to a 48-50 chest with a traditional A2 fit. Please compare these measurements with a similar garment for best accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Revive Restore Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54184108851523,"sku":"EB4990","price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/2232\/7107\/files\/IMG_4398.jpg?v=1770820556","url":"https:\/\/reviverestorevintage.co.uk\/products\/vintage-1980s-schott-a2-naked-cowhide-leather-jacket-1","provider":"Revive \u0026 Restore Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}