Shearling Grizzly Jacket
Description
A faithful recreation of the early Grizzly Jacket — the rugged car coat that defined open-road outerwear in the 1930s.
Built from 1.3mm Padova tea-core horsehide and premium Australian Merino shearling, it balances warmth, structure, and longevity. Refined for modern wear while retaining its masculine silhouette, this piece captures the essence of early motoring style through authentic materials, hand-finished details, and functional design.
Details
- The Grizzly jacket originated from the car coats worn by convertible drivers in the early 20th century. Combining horsehide and sheepskin for protection against the cold, this practical and classic style later earned the nickname "Grizzly" due to its bear-skin-like appearance.
- This jacket is crafted from 1.3mm thick, fully vegetable-tanned Padua core horsehide, using AA-grade Polish leather, and undergoing oil tanning and casein treatment for a soft, lustrous, and textured finish. Over time, the black surface gradually reveals a warm brown undertone, creating a rich and unique personal sheen that reflects the wearer's personality.
- Inspired by 1930s workwear, this jacket features strong shoulder lines, a full chest, a cinched waist, and an adjustable belt, balancing fit and comfort. - Australian Merino wool, thick and lustrous, warm and comfortable.
- 50% wool blend herringbone lining, lightweight twill nylon sleeves.
- Brass cast cuff buttons, YKK belt buckle, fruit-patterned front placket.
- Brown resin snap buttons on the back.
- Authentic US DEAL heavy-duty zipper.
- Durable leather stitching, specifically designed for Scottish coats.
- Black wool ribbed cuffs, windproof and warm.
- Adjustable belt for a comfortable fit.
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Size guide
All measurements are taken with the jacket laid flat.
Slight differences may occur due to manual measuring.
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Model reference: 178 cm (5'10") / 73 kg (160 lbs), Shoulder 47 cm (18.5"), Chest 95 cm (37.4"), Thigh 32 in — wearing size L.
| Size | Shoulder | Chest | Back Length | Sleeve |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 44CM | 102CM | 56CM | 60CM |
| M | 45CM | 106CM | 58CM | 62CM |
| L | 47CM | 110CM | 60CM | 64CM |
| XL | 48CM | 114CM | 62CM | 65CM |
| 2XL | 49CM | 118CM | 63CM | 65CM |
| 3XL | 50CM | 122CM | 64CM | 66CM |
Grizzly Shearling Leather Jacket (1930s)
Born from early 1910s-1930s car coats madefor open-top motorists, the Grizzly combinedhorsehide leather with sheepskin fleece toblock wind and cold.Its short, structured cut, belted waist, andribbed cuffs gave it a distinctive, rugged form- protective yet unmistakably stylish.
Later called the "Grizzly" for its bear-liketexture, it stood as an icon of early Americanouterwear - equal parts utility and strength.
Reproduction Notes
This version preserves the 1930s silhouette with1.3 mm tea-core horsehide and Australian Merinoshearling.
Uncoated and vegetable-tanned, the leather showsnatural grain and patinas richly with wear.
Details include sand-cast brass buckles, DEALzipper, and wool herringbone lining for lastingfunction and comfort.
Each AA-grade Polish hide is hand-finished with oiland casein, ensuring softness, depth, and authenticcharacter.
Leather use and maintenance knowledge
Leather products are consumables.
- Proper maintenance can extend their service life.When wearing it daily, you should pay attention to protecting the leather surface to prevent scratches by hard or sharp objects, and avoid contact with oil, acidic and alkaline substancesLeather products are strictly prohibited from washing, tumbling and drying, and long-term exposure to the sun.
- If they are wet by rain or moisture, you can use a soft dry cloth to gently wipe off the surface water stains and dry them in a cool and ventilated place. Do not wear before it is completely dryLeather should not be rubbed with water or gasoline, as water will make the leather hard and gasoline will volatilize the oil in the leather and cause it to crackNatural fur/fur collar will have slight curls after long-term wearing or washing.
- Detergents may cause hair loss at some edges, so dry cleaning is recommendedColorless maintenance oil should be applied before changing seasons and storage to prevent leather aging and cracking.
- Before application, a small area should be tested on a hidden part to prevent discoloration caused by chemical reactions between maintenance oil and leatherStore in a hanging position and do not fold or press heavily to prevent wrinkles on leather/furMothballs for mildew and insects should not come into direct contact with leather
