Berman Buckskin Leather Jacket Size 40

[Arminius]

This jacket belonged to a family member. I'd like to keep it, unfortunately it's too small for me. As the photos show, it's basically a leather version of a jean jacket (trucker's jacket). Age is unknown but was probably purchased in the late 60s/early 70s. Size 40 but to me seems smaller, see measurements below.

Price is $200.

Also listed on eBay w/a couple addtl photos. I have positive feedback going back a long time.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/332266079199?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

• Overall condition is very good
• Leather is substantial but lightweight
• Smooth leather, brown
• Epaulettes on shoulders
• No tears, holes or major signs of wear
• Interior hem a bit worn (see photo)
• Berman Buckskin of Minneapolis, MN
• Label marked Size 40 (see photo)
• Satin lined interior, nice smooth material

Measurements:

• Sleeve length, shoulder seam to bottom of sleeve: 23.5 inches
• Armpit to armpit, across: 20 in.
• Back center length, top of collar to bottom hem: 24 in.
• Shoulder seam to shoulder seam, across: 18 in.

Could be deerskin based on on name of mfg, but I'm not sure. I'll leave that up to you to determine.

 

[tropicalbob]

This is from back when "genuine leather" actually meant what is says. If you see those words on a leather garment today it means it's processed leather parts - not really a leather hide at all. BTW, that's a beautiful, unusual jacket.