{"product_id":"60-s-west-german-air-force-pilot-leather-jacket","title":"［~60’s］West German Air Force Pilot Leather Jacket","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA 1965-issued Luftwaffe pilot leather jacket from West German Air Force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdopted by the West German military air force from the 1950s onward, this pilot jacket has become something of a standard in Euro-military collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEven Erich Hartmann, the top ace pilot of the Luftwaffe during the Nazi era, wore jackets of this type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDistinguished by the distinctive grey particular to German military issue, paired with an asymmetrical design sensibility. Notable details include a vertical zip pocket on the left chest only, and a cigarette pocket on the left sleeve alone.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe collar, cuffs, and hem are finished with ribbed knit for thermal retention and wind protection, making this piece exemplary in both design and function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe orange lining visible against the grey exterior was reportedly applied to aid visibility in rescue situations, though it reads now as equally sound design choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example employs goatskin, a leather known for its natural softness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany hesitate before leather for fear of rigidity, but such concern is unwarranted here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe hide has already developed a suppleness that clings to the body, offering immediate wearability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe interior of the left chest zip pocket bears an issue tag, marking this as official military supply. The marking \"11\/65\" suggests issuance in November of 1965.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith examples from the 1980s onward comprising the bulk of the market, an example of this vintage is hardly encountered. From a market perspective, a 1960s specimen represents a rare encounter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo size marking is evident,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethough it appears to correspond roughly to a Japanese L to XL.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe actual measurements indicate a generous cut, suitable for larger frames. In the manner of military wear, it reads well worn loose and open.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoiling, fabric wear, loose stitching, small perforations, and tears throughout the piece speak to genuine use. The vintage character is entirely present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNo significant damage impairs wear, and the jacket is suited to continued service and repair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe West German Air Force pilot jacket stands as something of a canonical Euro-military piece.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeyond those drawn to vintage, it is recognized across generations—notably through Maison Margiela's appropriation in their artisanal line. A piece with broad appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eValuable as wardrobe foundation and equally as a collecting piece or design reference. An example of this age is genuinely uncommon, and those in search would do well to regard this opportunity seriously.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vieux et nouveau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43265650163890,"sku":"J0566","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/2140\/3314\/files\/8CB228EB-584D-4686-87BA-92A8388836E8-271-00000004B91FE652.jpg?v=1693585107","url":"https:\/\/vieuxetnouveau-shop.com\/en\/products\/60s-west-german-air-force-pilot-leather-jacket","provider":"VIEUX ET NOUVEAU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}