Inspired by 1950s Motorcycle jackets and revisited with a unique Italian touch, the “Chiodo” Black Horsehide Leather Jacket represents an authentic garment made of Front Quarter Pull-up Horsehide by Charles F. Stead, one of the oldest tanneries in the UK (since 1890s in Leeds, United Kingdom), with a removable Fur Collar in Italian Shearling Sheepskin.
The Front Quarter Pull-up Horsehide by Charles F. Stead is made by selected European Full Grain horse hides tanned with Steads’ traditional garment tannage and finished with a blend of “classic pull-up” waxes. This produces a pure-aniline leather with a Unique Rich character.
Charles F. Stead is a traditional family business established in 1895, remained faithful to the artisanal skills, techniques and know-how that others have forgotten, taking the time to work the leathers in the traditional way. These skills continue to live on in harmony with modern production technologies. Quality leather can never be a commoditized product, with each hide having its own characteristics, and they treat it accordingly.
A double-breasted front provides an additional layer of protection to the chest, with a storm flap designed to keep water away from the body, protecting every Rider on the Storm. The most distinctive feature of the jacket, however, remains the legendary D-Pocket, also known as the “Gun,” or “Map” pocket.
The lining is made of a Special Edition “Pied de Poule” in Forest Green color 100% Viscose.
The metallic zippers are made of antique brass with engraved markings.
The attention to detail makes it a rare and authentic Horse Leather Jacket Hand Made in Italy.
Designed for Bikers, Rockers and Gentlemen.
Every Jacket comes in a high quality 100% organic natural cotton Bag, laced with havana rope and with screen printed logo.
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Possibility of Made-to-Measure.
In the photos:
• Paolo (with a 1930s “Della Ferrera” 500cc in the legendary Piazza Vecchia in the Old Town of Bergamo) is 180cm and 80kg and he’s wearing a size L.
Patrick Pouw –
I own quite a few leather jackets, but this has got to be my favourite from day one. The leather is extremely soft and rich, in a deep dark black color. Unlike some leather jackets it does not need any breaking in for it to fit like a glove. All the details are stunning as well; the stiches, the zippers, you name it. And apart from being superb craftsmen the people of Shangrila are very helpful as well: Italian hospitality at it’s very best.