Men Jet Black Shearling Leather Jacket
The Men Jet Black Shearling Leather Jacket is the darkest finish we offer in sheepskin. Jet black on shearling is a deliberate choice rather than a default — natural sheepskin tans brown, so a black hide has been dyed to get there, and the result is a jacket that looks nothing like a heritage flight jacket.
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Material: Genuine shearling sheepskin
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Fit: Regular fit
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Closure: Front zip
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Color: Jet black with natural wool
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Care: Brush the wool, wipe the hide, specialist cleaning only
Why jet black reads differently
Brown shearling carries a strong association — aviators, ranches, vintage. Jet black has none of it. The jacket becomes modern outerwear that happens to be extremely warm, which means it sits comfortably with a contemporary wardrobe rather than requiring a heritage outfit around it.
The contrast with the cream fleece at the collar and cuffs is also at its sharpest against jet black, so the shearling is far more visible than it is on a brown jacket.
The construction
Shearling is one sheepskin tanned with the fleece attached: hide outward blocking wind, wool inward trapping air, and no seam between shell and insulation for cold to find. There is no separate lining because the material is its own lining.
It is why a shearling jacket beats layered jackets of similar thickness, and why wool keeps insulating when slightly damp where down collapses.
Fit, wear and honest notes
Take your normal size — the pattern already allows for the fleece. It is heavy on the shoulders and substantial through the body; both are the warmth and neither can be engineered away.
Honest points. It is a fashion jacket, not military surplus, and carries no genuine service insignia. Shearling is a cold-and-dry material: avoid heavy rain, never dry it near a radiator, and use a specialist sheepskin cleaner rather than a standard dry cleaner.
Made to order, XS to 5XL and custom
Made after you order in XS to 5XL, plus Custom — chest, shoulder, sleeve and back length. Accurate chest measurements matter more on a thick jacket than a thin one. Free shipping, secure checkout, and honest pricing on genuine sheepskin.
Shop Related Styles at Leather Outlet
Related: Shearling Jackets for the wider range, B3 Leather Bomber Jackets for classic aviator cuts, Men Leather Jackets for everything else, and Bomber Leather Jackets for lighter shapes. Browse at Leather Outlet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the shearling real?
Yes — genuine sheepskin tanned with the wool attached, not synthetic pile.
Is black natural for sheepskin?
No. Sheepskin tans brown; black is a dyed finish, which is why it reads modern rather than vintage.
How warm is it?
Shearling is the warmest construction we make. It handles genuinely cold weather without a heavy layer underneath.
Is it military surplus?
No. It is a fashion jacket with no service insignia or issue history.
Should I size up?
No. The pattern already allows for the fleece thickness.
How should it be cleaned?
Brush the wool, wipe the hide, and use a specialist sheepskin cleaner — never a standard dry cleaner.
Do you offer custom sizing?
Yes — XS to 5XL plus Custom to your own measurements.
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