{"product_id":"60-s-italian-army-motorcycle-leather-jacket-civilian-type","title":"［~60’s］Italian Army Motorcycle Leather Jacket \"Civilian Type\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEstimated 1960s Italian Army \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(civilian type)\u003c\/span\u003e motorcycle leather jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Italian Army is renowned for its exceptionally long military tradition, having stood at the center of military conflicts throughout European history from ancient Rome through the medieval period, Renaissance, and the Unification of Italy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Royal Italian Army, established in 1861 following Italian unification, participated in numerous conflicts: colonial warfare in China, the Libyan War against the Ottoman Empire, combat against the Austro-Hungarian Empire in the First World War, campaigns in Albania, Greece, North Africa, and Russia during the Second World War, and the Italian Civil War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Royal Italian Army was dissolved with the abolition of the monarchy in 1946, and transitioned into the modern Italian Armed Forces upon the establishment of the Italian Republic that same year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe modern Italian Armed Forces are comprised of the Army, Navy, Air Force, and the Carabinieri (military police).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe present here a civilian-type example of the \"Motorcycle Leather Jacket\" that was reportedly issued to and worn by Italian Army motorcycle units during that era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eItalian Army motorcycle jackets, though occasionally appearing in the market, remain far less frequently encountered than their counterparts from other nations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Italian Army motorcycle jackets in general circulation typically feature flap pockets positioned high on the chest rather than zippered front pockets as seen on this example, which distinguishes this piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe sleeves are finished with zippered cuffs, a detail not found on original military issue, lending this jacket a subtly different character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to the absence of identifiable Italian Army stamps or manufacturing labels, we classify this as a civilian type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted for motorcycle riders, this jacket features a three-dimensional construction conceived for the riding position.\u003cbr\u003eThe shortened jacket length ending at the waist and the pattern-making that allows unfettered forward-leaning posture for throttle control are intelligently conceived.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front closure employs a U-shaped zippered configuration.\u003cbr\u003eThe zip slider utilizes a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLAMPO-manufactured fastener.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnusual for a leather jacket, the shoulders employ a raglan sleeve construction.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCompared to set-in sleeves, this design allows greater freedom of shoulder and arm movement, yielding superior functional tailoring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe garment is constructed from goat skin, a material of considerable quality.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGoat leather is produced from adult goats and possesses tensile strength that exceeds that of cattle hide, yet remains less than half the thickness, rendering it exceptionally lightweight. The fiber density is high, making it durable and resilient.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDespite its toughness, the leather itself is supple, with excellent elasticity and flexibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe civilian designation does not indicate compromised construction; the leather quality matches that employed in official military issue, evidencing meticulous production craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFor those without absolute insistence upon military-issue provenance, this civilian variant offers considerable quality at a more accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for town wear as a fashion piece, yet equally suited—perhaps more so—to its original purpose as genuine motorcycle apparel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize labeling is not present, though the jacket appears to correspond to approximately a Japanese size L.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe actual measurements reflect a generous fit, accommodating larger frames without concern.\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend wearing this jacket at its true size, as befits a proper motorcycle garment.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe jacket exhibits patina consistent with wear—color variation, discoloration, creasing, surface abrasion, and minor loosening of stitching—yet shows no significant damage that would compromise wearability. The piece remains serviceable.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eItalian Army motorcycle jackets seldom appear on the market.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor those who appreciate a forthright leather jacket of genuine character, this represents a singular piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis example arrives infrequently at our shop. Those seeking such a garment would be wise not to overlook this opportunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vieux et nouveau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43682302263474,"sku":"J0708","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/2140\/3314\/files\/DSCF5618.jpg?v=1707902268","url":"https:\/\/vieuxetnouveau-shop.com\/en\/products\/60s-italian-army-motorcycle-leather-jacket-civilian-type","provider":"VIEUX ET NOUVEAU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}