High Mileage Women's black Leather Vest
The High Mileage Women's Black Leather Vest is the plain, hard-wearing end of the range — no beadwork, no fringing, no decoration to date it. Black cowhide, snap front, zip pockets, cut for a woman's shape. It is the vest you buy to actually wear rather than to look at, which is where the name comes from. Layer it over a shirt, a tee or a jacket and it does its job for years.
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Material: Real cowhide leather
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Fit: Fitted through the waist
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Closure: Snap front
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Color: Black
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Care: Wipe with a dry cloth, condition twice a year, never machine wash
Built for wear, not display
Everything on this vest earns its place. The zip pockets close, so things stay in them on a bike or in a crowd. The snaps are heavy-duty and set through reinforced tabs rather than straight into a single layer of hide, which is the point most cheap vests fail. The seams are double stitched with heavy polyester thread. There is nothing decorative to snag, come loose or go out of style.
Cowhide is the right hide for this. A vest takes constant abrasion from seat backs, bag straps and whatever you layer it over, and cowhide handles that in a way soft lambskin never will. It starts firm, softens with use, and keeps its shape at the shoulders.
Cut for women
This is drafted as a women's pattern rather than a small men's vest. The side seams are shaped, the armholes are higher so the vest stays on the shoulder, and the body ends at the hip. Those three changes are what stop a leather vest hanging like a sandwich board.
The back panel is left plain, which gives you a clean surface if you want to add patches later without cutting across a seam.
Fit, sizing and styling
Take your normal size to wear over a shirt or tee. Size up if you plan to wear it over a leather jacket. The fit is close enough to look intentional and loose enough to move in.
Black goes with everything, which is why this is the version most people buy first. Jeans and boots is the default. Over a white shirt it smartens up; over a hoodie it does not. For decorated western styles, see the rest of our Women Leather Vests, and for full-sleeve options our Women Leather Jackets.
Made to order sizing
Every vest is cut after you order, in the size you select. Standard sizes are XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL and 5XL, plus Custom. For Custom, send chest, waist and back length after checkout and we build to those numbers at no extra charge. Free worldwide shipping and secure checkout included.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this real leather?
Yes. It is real cowhide, chosen for durability rather than softness.
Do the pockets zip closed?
Yes, the outer pockets are zip closing so contents stay put.
Can I add patches to the back?
Yes. The back panel is plain and uninterrupted for that purpose.
What size should I order?
Your normal size over a shirt or tee, one size up to wear over a leather jacket. Custom sizing is available.
Is this certified protective gear?
No. It is a leather vest, not certified riding protection, and it has no armour or armour pockets.
How long until it ships?
It is made to order after purchase. Allow roughly two weeks including free shipping; tracking is emailed on dispatch.
How do I look after it?
Wipe with a dry cloth, dry naturally away from direct heat if it gets wet, and condition twice a year. Never machine wash or dry clean.
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