Sears Hercules Horsehide Jacket Dating Question

[datkinson]

Hello everyone,

I found this jacket in a trunk in my grandfather’s garage in 2012. It was in rough shape and the liner was completely deteriorated. I had it professionally restored and had the original tags sewn back onto the replaced liner. I believe it is the Cossack model and I was wondering if anyone knows the year this jacket was produced and a possible value? Thank you for your assistance!

 

[Marc mndt]

Looks like one that was made by Californian Sportwear Co. Early 50s judging by the zipper and the fact that it's horsehide. Value depends on size. I'd say between $250 and $500

 

[tmitchell59]

This is a 1950s Hercules jacket. I personally like the "made in California" label. It is considered a Horsehide half-belt. The value is dependent on condition, originality, size.

 

[AbbaDatDeHat]

Hello everyone,

I found this jacket in a trunk in my grandfather’s garage in 2012. It was in rough shape and the liner was completely deteriorated. I had it professionally restored and had the original tags sewn back onto the replaced liner. I believe it is the Cossack model and I was wondering if anyone knows the year this jacket was produced and a possible value? Thank you for your assistance!

Possible value.....it’s grandpa’s loved jacket, stowed away in a trunk for a reason, restored and revived by you.
Priceless
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