This sheepskin flying jacket, produced in the early 1980s, carries forward the heritage of USAAF flight gear while standing as a true piece of vintage craftsmanship. Mid-weight, rugged, and full of character, it combines warmth, durability, and presence — the very qualities that made these jackets essential for both aviators and bikers.
Cut from quality sheepskin, it features a dark brown leather exterior with decades of natural wear that has created a storied patina. Subtle abrasions and creasing enhance its depth and individuality without compromising strength. Inside, the shearling remains full and comfortable, offering reliable insulation. A broad, practical cut gives the jacket a commanding silhouette, while details in the build highlight its functional origins.
Condition is very good throughout. The leather is supple and strong, the fleece soft and even, and all components remain sound. Its signs of use are part of its appeal, telling a story while confirming its authenticity. Sized as a 46 (XL), it provides a broad, relaxed fit with the weight and presence that mark out a genuine sheepskin jacket.
This is more than just outerwear — it is a continuation of the sheepskin flying jacket tradition, preserved with its history intact yet prepared for continued use. For collectors, it offers a garment with soul and authenticity. For riders, it delivers the warmth and substance that remain as practical today as when these jackets first took to the skies.
Professional Restoration Process
This jacket has undergone a careful, multi-stage restoration process carried out in-house. It has been professionally leather cleaned to ensure the fleece and hide are thoroughly treated, while preserving the natural patina and surface character that make it unique. The leather was conditioned using our own specialist formulas to restore suppleness and depth, and the zips were refurbished and lubricated for smooth, reliable use. The result is a jacket that remains true to its history, with its authentic abrasions and patina intact, yet refreshed, stabilised, and ready for many more years of wear or collection.
Key Identifying Features
- Early 1980s USAAF sheepskin flying jacket
- Mid-weight build with dark brown leather outer and warm fleece interior
- Distinctive patina with abrasions and creasing from decades of wear
- Supple leather and strong seams throughout
- Refurbished and lubricated zips
- Conditioned with in-house formulas for strength and suppleness
Best suited for a size 46 (XL) regular fit. Please compare with a similar jacket for accuracy.
Garment Measurements (Laid Flat)
- Chest (armpit to armpit): 25"
- Shoulders (seam to seam): 23"
- Sleeve length (shoulder seam to cuff): 27"
- Sleeve length (underarm seam to cuff): 19"
- Back length (collar seam to hem): 27"
Best suited for a size 46 (XL). Please compare with a similar jacket for accuracy.
This jacket represents more than winter protection — it is a piece of sheepskin heritage, preserved with care while proudly bearing the marks of use that make it unique. With its authentic patina, rugged build, and restored strength, it stands as both a wearable garment of substance and a collectible piece of aviation history.
