Leather Police Jackets

[Fifty150]

I bought this jacket. I didn't need it. But then again, I probably didn't "need" any of my leather jackets after I got my 1st. Every leather jacket after that, was "want", not "need".

This jacket is identical to "raid" jackets sold by uniform manufacturers. I have a jacket just like this with a Gore-Tex shell. I will be able to use this jacket for work, and wear it when riding my own bike.

It has certain features that I like and work well for my use. The front placket zips all the way up, like a turtleneck sweater when closed. Good for keeping wind out. The side vent zipper is what I am used to, as it allows for easy access to a holstered firearm. It has the zip out Thinsulate liner which I like. And I like the pockets. Those ID panels tuck away..

The real reason I bought it was the price. It was just too good of a deal. Discount price of $149. - 20% coupon. $119.20. You can't buy much of a jacket for that price. Although there are much nicer jackets, they cost a lot more. I'll be able to wear this in the rain and snow, and not care.

 

[Fifty150]

The jacket was ordered on a Saturday, shipped on Monday, and arrived on Friday.

This jacket is a leather replicate of the textile jackets regularly issued by police departments.


The first thing I did was remove the liner. The inside of the jacket liner is fleece, and it is filled with Thinsulate. The liner has zippers on both sides, and snaps which attach it. With proper layering, this jacket is warm in winter.

The next thing that I did was remove the identification panels. They can tuck into the jacket. They also zip off. With the panels removed, the seam line allows for ventilation. The jacket was designed this way. The inside lining of the upper half of the jacket is a mesh material intended for airflow and to wick away moisture.

I also opened the side seams. This allows easy access to equipment on your belt, and your firearm. It also provides extra ventilation. From experience, on cold days when you are layered, you get really hot and sweaty. This is the next best thing to those zippers that open under the arms. The jacket is now more relaxed, and doesn't bunch up when you are seated in a car or on a motorcycle. Much more comfortable.

On the outside of the jacket, next to the zipper, are 2 zippered pockets. You can see it in the pictures, but it's not mentioned in the product description. On the inside of the leather outer shell, there are 2 pockets, 1 on each side, secured by a zipper. Good for documents like motorcycle registration, your wallet, or a concealed pistol. Also not mentioned in the product description is the 2 way zipper on the front. It works for me. I like zipping up the jacket, then opening the bottom.

 

[Turnip]

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What era are these ones from? The ones I have seen surplus are the seventies pea-coat style, and the bright, almost Kawasaki-green ones from I think the eighties? When I was first in Berlin in 1999, I remember the police wearing green uniforms I think, but I believe that's all changed since. Not been back since 2002, horrifically - far too long. I adored Berlin, it's a place I could imagine living in.

This is a state police jacket from North Rhine Westphalia, I would estimate it something around first 2000‘s decade.
Other than federal the state police units are independently equipped and dressed, differing from state to state, so this type of jacket might still be around somewhere in one of Germany‘s 16 state units.

 

[Fifty150]

It wasn't mentioned in the product description. I didn't notice it until after I bought the jacket. In the photo, you can see it on the right sleeve. There is a zipper on the bottom of the sleeve. There is a mesh lining under the zipper. This provides for additional airflow and cooling.

If you can get it in your size, there is a 30% off coupon right now. That is a really low price,. I'm almost tempted to buy an extra.

 

[tmitchell59]

I don't see Brown police jackets often. This is a horsehide Ralphs-Pugh from the early 50s.

 

[Imuricecreamman]

I don't see Brown police jackets often. This is a horsehide Ralphs-Pugh from the early 50s.

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One of your coolest jackets, Terry.

 

[JMax]

I don't see Brown police jackets often. This is a horsehide Ralphs-Pugh from the early 50s.

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Such a special jacket. And the color puts it in rarified air.

 

[tmitchell59]

love those Police Jackets: Another Californian Horse.

 

[tmitchell59]

This Buco is coming my way for Christmas! A bit of a puzzle, which I like! I've got some ideas. What do you see?

I do know it came from Australia

 

[Doctor Damage]

Those are amazing jackets, tmitchell. Great photography, too. Thanks so much for posting.

 

[Blackadder]

This Buco is coming my way for Christmas! A bit of a puzzle, which I like! I've got some ideas. What do you see?

I do know it came from Australia

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The 2nd Buco label does not seem to match the rest of the jacket in terms of age and I am not sure I have ever seen a PJ27 with a 2nd label.

 

[tmitchell59]

Those are amazing jackets, tmitchell. Great photography, too. Thanks so much for posting.

Thank you!

The 2nd Buco label does not seem to match the rest of the jacket in terms of age and I am not sure I have ever seen a PJ27 with a 2nd label.

It comes in today. This label was 1948-1952. What year was the first PJ27? Notice the handwarmer pocket on the left side?

 

[Wildhorses]

Harris&Frank police jacket on a japanese site, it looks interesting :
https://www.secondtimeglory.com/items/67989576

 

[tmitchell59]

Buco arrived. I thought it looked like heavy horsehide. I weighed my Lost Worlds Test 4+ yesterday; same weight 7 pounds.

Main zipper is changed and the pin is on the right side, YKK. both sleeve zippers are changed to YKK, but the original Conmar sleeve zippers are included. Both pocket zippers appear to be original. The size is probably a 46, big for a 44. No size is listed

Mystery continues, but leading me into the Buco world where I am new.

 

[tmitchell59]

Harris&Frank police jacket on a japanese site, it looks interesting :
https://www.secondtimeglory.com/items/67989576
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That is a nice one. I have seen this label, may have a jacket with the label. West coast style police jacket. Those cuff straps say Trojan, the wide belt loops too. Mid 40s Talon main zip.

 

[Leigh H]

This unknown police style jacket arrived today.

It's an unusual jacket with a massive kidney belt, i can't quite figure out if the jacket has been extended?.

although the main Talon zipper dates late 30's early 40's.

 

[Marc mndt]

This unknown police style jacket arrived today.

It's an unusual jacket with a massive kidney belt, i can't quite figure out if the jacket has been extended?.

Though main Talon zipper dates late 30's early 40's.

This is the coolest police jacket I've ever seen. And even though the proportions are slightly off, it looks absolutely awesome on you!

 

[Gamma68]

This unknown police style jacket arrived today.

It's an unusual jacket with a massive kidney belt, i can't quite figure out if the jacket has been extended?.

although the main Talon zipper dates late 30's early 40's.

Loads to like about this jacket! Sorry I can't help with an ID, but you wear it very well. Enjoy!

 

[tmitchell59]

This unknown police style jacket arrived today.

It's an unusual jacket with a massive kidney belt, i can't quite figure out if the jacket has been extended?.

although the main Talon zipper dates late 30's early 40's.

The leather on the interior and overall look says west coast. What are the pocket zippers?

 

[Leigh H]

The leather on the interior and overall look says west coast. What are the pocket zippers?

@tmitchell59