Bomber Lambskin Leather Jacket
The Bomber Lambskin Leather Jacket is the softest version of the most useful jacket shape there is. Lambskin is the finest of the commonly used leathers, and on a bomber — a pattern with very little structure to begin with — that softness becomes the defining quality of the piece.
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Material: Genuine lambskin leather with ribbed knit trim
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Fit: Regular fit
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Closure: Front zip
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Color: Black
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Care: Wipe gently, avoid rough surfaces, condition twice a year
What lambskin is
Leather from a young sheep. The fibre structure is finer and the hide thinner than cowhide or goatskin, which gives three properties: it is markedly lighter, it drapes instead of holding a rigid shape, and it is soft against the skin from the first wear with no break-in period.
It is genuine leather, not a lesser material — it simply prioritises feel over abrasion resistance, which is the correct priority for a jacket you wear rather than work in.
Why softness suits a bomber
The bomber's appeal is ease. It is short, unstructured, and sealed at the openings by knit rather than by tailoring. A stiff hide fights all of that — it makes the shoulders boxy and holds the body away from you.
Lambskin does the opposite. The jacket falls close, the knit hem does its job without the leather resisting, and the whole thing moves with you. It is also easier to layer under a coat than a heavy leather jacket.
Fit, comfort and the honest trade-off
Regular fit with room for a shirt or fine knit at your usual size — and because the leather is thin, layers fit more comfortably than they would in a heavy jacket at the same size. Rib hem at the waist, knit cuffs at the wrist.
The honest trade-off is durability. Thin leather scuffs more easily than thick. This is not the jacket for daily rucksack straps and rough walls; it is the jacket you wear because it feels good. Treated reasonably, it lasts many years.
Made to order, XS to 5XL and custom
Made after you order in XS to 5XL, plus Custom — chest, shoulder, sleeve and back length. Free shipping, secure checkout, and honest pricing on genuine lambskin.
Shop Related Styles at Leather Outlet
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is lambskin real leather?
Yes — genuine leather from a young sheep, finer and thinner than cowhide.
Is it durable?
Less abrasion-resistant than cowhide because it is thinner. With reasonable care it lasts many years.
Does it need breaking in?
No. Lambskin is soft and comfortable from the first wear.
Is it warm?
It blocks wind well but it is thin, so add a knit underneath in cold weather.
Can I wear it under a coat?
Yes — thin lambskin is one of the easier leather jackets to layer.
How do I care for it?
Wipe gently with a soft cloth, keep it off rough surfaces, and condition once or twice a year.
Do you offer custom sizing?
Yes — XS to 5XL plus Custom to your own measurements.