Rare 1952? Oakbrook D-Pocket Jacket on eBay. Heavy Duty Leather. Only one I've seen.

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Survivor.....Early 1950's Sears Oakbrook D-Pocket Jacket on eBay. Nice. Original wool collar and heavy leather belt. 44 (42) Not the later mass-produced 50's-60's designer jacket that had cloth lined D-Pocket and snap pocket. Both D and snap pockets are leather lined, like old school. Buco-like quality.

Vintage Early 1950's Sears D-Pocket Motorcycle Jacket. Size 44 (42) | eBay

Style 3215 Select Steer Hide Oakbrook D-Pocket jacket from the "early" 1950's. Identical design and quality of the 3205 Hercules Horsehide D-Pocket from 1952. All Talon zippers work fine, and the pockets are clean with no holes.

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[Observe]

What a specimen! Does it come with the revolver?

 

[JMax]

Nice jacket. Pretty sure I bought the satin twill Oakbrook from you a couple years back (or so). USA leathers rings a bell.

 

[ton312]

Post it in the classifieds and save yourself the ebay fees.

 

[panner]

Pistol is not included.
I remember the Satin Twill jacket. Harley called theirs a Spring jacket. I did see a Sears Twill motorcycle jacket in the catalog ads on this site, dated mid 1950's, when they were somewhat popular. But it didn't have all the decor as yours. I hated to let it go, but it did not fit me. Do you still have it? On a Leave it to Beaver re-run, I do believe one of his friends in a small group was wearing an identical Twill one with the shoulder stars! This design was popular with some school kids after "The Wild One"! Good Luck!

 

[JMax]

Pistol is not included.
I remember the Satin Twill jacket. Harley called theirs a Spring jacket. I did see a Sears Twill motorcycle jacket in the catalog ads on this site, dated mid 1950's, when they were somewhat popular. But it didn't have all the decor as yours. I hated to let it go, but it did not fit me. Do you still have it? On a Leave it to Beaver re-run, I do believe one of his friends in a small group was wearing an identical Twill one with the shoulder stars! This design was popular with some school kids after "The Wild One"! Good Luck!

I still have it. Great jacket that I really enjoy. One of my favorites.

 

[panner]

SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD FOR $500.

Excellent!
Also, the Steer Hide jacket I have must have been Sears' earliest version, as it is 99% identical to the Hercules Horsehide version of 1952. I had read somewhere that a new process for Steerhide was coming on line in the early 1950's. It was less stiff than Horsehide, but just as thick, and customers liked it better for its improved comfort and flexibility vs. Horsehide. New technology! Schott / Beck had made the transition to Steerhide in about 1957, as Beck Northeaster and Schott Perfecto no longer had Horsehide labels. I believe that the Hercules (horsehide) label was phased out in about this time period, as Oakbrook Steerhide jackets had eventually become the bulk of their sales.
I did have a later Oakbrook D-Pocket with red lining and corduroy inner waistband, + zip-on wool collar. The D-Pocket was not extra leather sewn onto the jacket. The "D" was just stitch marks attaching the fabic inner pocket to the jacket body. Also, the fabic-lined snap pocket was similarly attached to the jacket body, not its own piece of leather. My Oakbrook has dedicated leather for both the D-Pocket and the patch pocket. So the "D" could actually be a leather-lined holster. No so with the cloth pocket liners. I'm guessing that for mainstream affordabilty and volume sales, Sears streamlined the look to give the impression of an old school D-Pocket jacket for a reasoonable price. Buco, then Schott, took care of the premium, low volume market. I have seen identical late Oakbrook jackets with both the Ralph Edwards and Excelled labels. Note that later Sears jackets with neck labels "The Leather Shop" etc. were made by Excelled.
Recently, an eBay seller sold an identical jacket as mine with a ragged wool collar, no belt,or neck label. It was semi-thrashed, with the main zipper torn away at the bottom a good 4 inches. He called it Horsehide. I sent him many of my photos to confirm that he indeed had a Steerhide jacket. No response. Guess what? It sold for $450 ! Now I've seen everything!
See next eBay link:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/266590936296?itmmeta=01HSXK8BFWRS1PQN6JHS49DB9N&hash=item3e120edce8:g:x0wAAOSwEBJlj9vg&itmprp=enc:AQAJAAAA0GC1q6I0aZdsmtv29dG9xiwPGxdUWCxLnblPDRRKH8B/v6m8xlHovBjoNAelcAJ1Lioyhwa8YKQbJqw7rLmqQ6HDbuL1nEel5HkJmNN5d/ZP5S+nBrNU124zqtgAx3UFa0E/QDtkRC5uFx1FUO4IlkSnB4U4MV9nuGd/hJNGBmSc5Z9HK2L45EQUb79+Oon3S6U2TWcYFIq27Fa/IGP8jCjB+ANeTHrrCVjtt0azIuNIP+wWqF+GSgJ2hwWa46aHGI2pXuRhN9G4FaM2i9ar9ww=|tkp:Bk9SR4a4obPPYw

OK...I'm done!
Regards....

 

[AHP91]

SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD FOR $500.

Excellent!
Also, the Steer Hide jacket I have must have been Sears' earliest version, as it is 99% identical to the Hercules Horsehide version of 1952. I had read somewhere that a new process for Steerhide was coming on line in the early 1950's. It was less stiff than Horsehide, but just as thick, and customers liked it better for its improved comfort and flexibility vs. Horsehide. New technology! Schott / Beck had made the transition to Steerhide in about 1957, as Beck Northeaster and Schott Perfecto no longer had Horsehide labels. I believe that the Hercules (horsehide) label was phased out in about this time period, as Oakbrook Steerhide jackets had eventually become the bulk of their sales.
I did have a later Oakbrook D-Pocket with red lining and corduroy inner waistband, + zip-on wool collar. The D-Pocket was not extra leather sewn onto the jacket. The "D" was just stitch marks attaching the fabic inner pocket to the jacket body. Also, the fabic-lined snap pocket was similarly attached to the jacket body, not its own piece of leather. My Oakbrook has dedicated leather for both the D-Pocket and the patch pocket. So the "D" could actually be a leather-lined holster. No so with the cloth pocket liners. I'm guessing that for mainstream affordabilty and volume sales, Sears streamlined the look to give the impression of an old school D-Pocket jacket for a reasoonable price. Buco, then Schott, took care of the premium, low volume market. I have seen identical late Oakbrook jackets with both the Ralph Edwards and Excelled labels. Note that later Sears jackets with neck labels "The Leather Shop" etc. were made by Excelled.
Recently, an eBay seller sold an identical jacket as mine with a ragged wool collar, no belt,or neck label. It was semi-thrashed, with the main zipper torn away at the bottom a good 4 inches. He called it Horsehide. I sent him many of my photos to confirm that he indeed had a Steerhide jacket. No response. Guess what? It sold for $450 ! Now I've seen everything!
See next eBay link:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/266590936296?itmmeta=01HSXK8BFWRS1PQN6JHS49DB9N&hash=item3e120edce8:g:x0wAAOSwEBJlj9vg&itmprp=enc:AQAJAAAA0GC1q6I0aZdsmtv29dG9xiwPGxdUWCxLnblPDRRKH8B/v6m8xlHovBjoNAelcAJ1Lioyhwa8YKQbJqw7rLmqQ6HDbuL1nEel5HkJmNN5d/ZP5S+nBrNU124zqtgAx3UFa0E/QDtkRC5uFx1FUO4IlkSnB4U4MV9nuGd/hJNGBmSc5Z9HK2L45EQUb79+Oon3S6U2TWcYFIq27Fa/IGP8jCjB+ANeTHrrCVjtt0azIuNIP+wWqF+GSgJ2hwWa46aHGI2pXuRhN9G4FaM2i9ar9ww=|tkp:Bk9SR4a4obPPYw

OK...I'm done!
Regards....

So did it come with the firearm?

 

[panner]

Nah.

 

[Blackadder]

SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD FOR $500.

Excellent!
Also, the Steer Hide jacket I have must have been Sears' earliest version, as it is 99% identical to the Hercules Horsehide version of 1952. I had read somewhere that a new process for Steerhide was coming on line in the early 1950's. It was less stiff than Horsehide, but just as thick, and customers liked it better for its improved comfort and flexibility vs. Horsehide. New technology! Schott / Beck had made the transition to Steerhide in about 1957, as Beck Northeaster and Schott Perfecto no longer had Horsehide labels. I believe that the Hercules (horsehide) label was phased out in about this time period, as Oakbrook Steerhide jackets had eventually become the bulk of their sales.
I did have a later Oakbrook D-Pocket with red lining and corduroy inner waistband, + zip-on wool collar. The D-Pocket was not extra leather sewn onto the jacket. The "D" was just stitch marks attaching the fabic inner pocket to the jacket body. Also, the fabic-lined snap pocket was similarly attached to the jacket body, not its own piece of leather. My Oakbrook has dedicated leather for both the D-Pocket and the patch pocket. So the "D" could actually be a leather-lined holster. No so with the cloth pocket liners. I'm guessing that for mainstream affordabilty and volume sales, Sears streamlined the look to give the impression of an old school D-Pocket jacket for a reasoonable price. Buco, then Schott, took care of the premium, low volume market. I have seen identical late Oakbrook jackets with both the Ralph Edwards and Excelled labels. Note that later Sears jackets with neck labels "The Leather Shop" etc. were made by Excelled.
Recently, an eBay seller sold an identical jacket as mine with a ragged wool collar, no belt,or neck label. It was semi-thrashed, with the main zipper torn away at the bottom a good 4 inches. He called it Horsehide. I sent him many of my photos to confirm that he indeed had a Steerhide jacket. No response. Guess what? It sold for $450 ! Now I've seen everything!
See next eBay link:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/266590936296?itmmeta=01HSXK8BFWRS1PQN6JHS49DB9N&hash=item3e120edce8:g:x0wAAOSwEBJlj9vg&itmprp=enc:AQAJAAAA0GC1q6I0aZdsmtv29dG9xiwPGxdUWCxLnblPDRRKH8B/v6m8xlHovBjoNAelcAJ1Lioyhwa8YKQbJqw7rLmqQ6HDbuL1nEel5HkJmNN5d/ZP5S+nBrNU124zqtgAx3UFa0E/QDtkRC5uFx1FUO4IlkSnB4U4MV9nuGd/hJNGBmSc5Z9HK2L45EQUb79+Oon3S6U2TWcYFIq27Fa/IGP8jCjB+ANeTHrrCVjtt0azIuNIP+wWqF+GSgJ2hwWa46aHGI2pXuRhN9G4FaM2i9ar9ww=|tkp:Bk9SR4a4obPPYw

OK...I'm done!
Regards....

Sears Motorcylce Jacket History 1949-1963​

https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/sears-motorcylce-jacket-history-1949-1963.101311/
A whole thread dedicated to Sears. You will find lots of info

 

[ton312]

That’s great. You could’ve kept more of that money in your pocket by listing it in the classifieds here. No eBay 14% and no federal tax. But….congratulations?

 

[tmitchell59]

Also, the Steer Hide jacket I have must have been Sears' earliest version, as it is 99% identical to the Hercules Horsehide version of 1952. I had read somewhere that a new process for Steerhide was coming on line in the early 1950's.

Wow, was I confused! I was looking for a response I had made about this jacket! I responded in the Sears MC thread where you first posted this jacket. The thread link is posted above.

I have a very different take on this Oakbrook. My response is in that Sears History thread. I am curious about your thoughts.

This is a CSC jacket has a late 40s label. Note the cut of the D pocket patch pocket, the angled bottom corners. This is a distinguishing mark for a CSC MC jacket.

I like you interest in the Sears jackets! Nice to have the discussion posted in the Sears MC history so we can keep track of it.

Your comment on the "new" steerhide is of most interest to me.

 

[panner]

What is CSC? California Sports Co.????

 

[tmitchell59]

What is CSC? California Sports Co.????

Sorry, yes.

 

[photo2u]

Wow, was I confused! I was looking for a response I had made about this jacket! I responded in the Sears MC thread where you first posted this jacket. The thread link is posted above.

I have a very different take on this Oakbrook. My response is in that Sears History thread. I am curious about your thoughts.

This is a CSC jacket has a late 40s label. Note the cut of the D pocket patch pocket, the angled bottom corners. This is a distinguishing mark for a CSC MC jacket.

I like you interest in the Sears jackets! Nice to have the discussion posted in the Sears MC history so we can keep track of it.

Your comment on the "new" steerhide is of most interest to me.


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I have both the Oakbrook and the Hercules. They look much the same however, the Hercules is just so much thicker hide. The Oakbrook weights about 5 with collar no belt. The Hercules weights a little more. I believe that they both were made around the same time due to construction methods. However, for what ever reason, the Hercules feels more of a quality jacket? The shoulders on the Oakbrook are not as wide as the Hercules.

 

[TREEMAN]

Wonder what happened to panner ? Seemed like a knowledgeable person …

 

[panner]

Hello.
Just got your reply in email.
I am still out here being lazy.
I do speak Schott Perfecto, Cycle Rider /Schott, plus some Beck.
Regards

 

[photo2u]

I was cleaning my jacket rack when I noticed another Oakbrook. I remember wearing this one in the 80's. Purchased it from a place in Melrose called war babies I think? Anyways, it was one of my best fitting jackets. I paid a premium due to the trashed look that was in during that time. When comparing early model sears Oakbrook and Hercules I will incline towards the Oakbrook due to quality and fit. The Hercules hide is nicer but the shoulders are just too wide for my taste. The newer Oakbrook is cool and an excellent fit if your are under 5'10. For the price, the red lined Oakbrook is a clear winner.

 

[photo2u]

Survivor.....Early 1950's Sears Oakbrook D-Pocket Jacket on eBay. Nice. Original wool collar and heavy leather belt. 44 (42) Not the later mass-produced 50's-60's designer jacket that had cloth lined D-Pocket and snap pocket. Both D and snap pockets are leather lined, like old school. Buco-like quality.

Vintage Early 1950's Sears D-Pocket Motorcycle Jacket. Size 44 (42) | eBay

Style 3215 Select Steer Hide Oakbrook D-Pocket jacket from the "early" 1950's. Identical design and quality of the 3205 Hercules Horsehide D-Pocket from 1952. All Talon zippers work fine, and the pockets are clean with no holes.

www.ebay.com

It was too bad I missed it. It never hurts to add a pristine condition top of the line sears jacket.

 

[Nacho]

I was cleaning my jacket rack when I noticed another Oakbrook. I remember wearing this one in the 80's. Purchased it from a place in Melrose called war babies I think? Anyways, it was one of my best fitting jackets. I paid a premium due to the trashed look that was in during that time. When comparing early model sears Oakbrook and Hercules I will incline towards the Oakbrook due to quality and fit. The Hercules hide is nicer but the shoulders are just too wide for my taste. The newer Oakbrook is cool and an excellent fit if your are under 5'10. For the price, the red lined Oakbrook is a clear winner.

Thank you for the insight.

I too have the same conclusion recently. I have a braided Sears which is built similar to the Herc D-pocket made by CSC. It's a size 40, but the shoulders is way big for a size 40. It seems like we have to size down to make it fit well, but then you might run into other problems. I think the early Oakbrook was the last quality jackets Sears had. After that, things started to get "weird" lol.