Ralph Lauren Dark Grey Vintage Cowhide & Sheepskin Lammy Pilot Jacket

Discover the Ralph Lauren Dark Grey Vintage Cowhide and Sheepskin Pilot Jacket. This is a collector's piece in the most literal sense: a Polo Ralph Lauren pilot jacket purchased in black decades ago and worn long enough that the cowhide has done what genuine leather does when it is lived in rather than preserved, the colour fading naturally from its original black through the years of wearing, creasing and exposure to produce the dark grey it carries today, the patina distributed across the surface in the uneven, unrepeatable pattern that only real time and real use can create. Ralph Lauren has sold patinated leather jackets with artificially applied ageing finishes for years, the distressed surface produced in the factory before the jacket reaches its first owner. What separates this piece from those is precisely what cannot be manufactured: the history is in the leather rather than on it, each fade and crease the record of a specific life rather than the simulation of one.

The cowhide carries its weight with the authority that this grade of leather has always carried, the jacket substantial in the hand and on the body, the heft a quality that lighter, thinner leathers manufactured for contemporary tastes do not approach. The collar and interior are lined in lambskin shearling, the dense, plush fleece sitting against the neck and body with the warmth and softness that synthetic linings cannot replicate, the lammy lining having settled and softened through years of wearing into something that new shearling takes considerable time to become. Slanted side pockets sit at a natural angle into the front, a jetted zip pocket above completing the exterior. The jacket's weight when worn is immediate and reassuring, the cowhide and shearling together producing something that sits in a different category from anything made last season.

A genuine patina on a vintage Ralph Lauren pilot jacket is a straightforward thing to recognise and an impossible thing to fake. This one has had decades to develop it.

Composition: Outer: 100% Cowhide / Lining: 100% Lambskin Lammy

Color: Dark Grey

Pattern: Plain

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Fit: Relaxed

Shoulder to Shoulder: 55 cm / 21,7 Inch

Chest: 70 cm / 27,6 Inch

Waist: 68 cm / 26,8 Inch

Center Back (excluding collar): 66 cm / 26,0 Inch

Sleeve Length (inseam): 52 cm / 20,5 Inch

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Ralph Lauren, founded in 1967, is an iconic American fashion brand known for its preppy, classic style and aspirational lifestyle imagery. The brand, created by designer Ralph Lauren, encompasses a wide range of products, including clothing, accessories, home furnishings, and fragrances. Ralph Lauren's hallmark is its blend of timeless elegance and modern sophistication, epitomized by the Polo Ralph Lauren line, which features the distinctive polo player logo. The brand's enduring appeal lies in its ability to capture the essence of American luxury and casual sophistication.

Shipping

• Complimentary shipping on orders over €200 (Netherlands), €500 (EU), and €1,000 (rest of world

• Orders below these thresholds are charged based on destination

• All items ship directly from Amsterdam, The Netherlands

• Customs duties and import fees outside the EU are the customer’s responsibility

Returns

EU customers have the right to withdraw within 14 days of delivery.

• Return shipping is at the customer’s expense

• Items must be returned unworn and in original condition

• Any use beyond indoor fitting may result in a diminished refund

Orders outside the European Union are exported goods and considered final sale (no returns).

Altered or tailored items are final sale.

Please review measurements and quality control comments carefully before ordering. As a small independent boutique we encourage thoughtful purchasing. For any questions, feel free to contact us before placing your order.

The leather shows a natural patina as described, adding character and charm to the piece. It has been carefully nourished with mink oil, leaving the leather conditioned and ready to be enjoyed by its next owner for years to come.

Please note that the original zipper remains fully functional but requires careful alignment when closing. Both sides need to be positioned precisely straight for the zipper to engage smoothly. It has intentionally not been replaced in order to preserve the garment’s originality.

General Note: While we inspect each item to ensure its quality, please note that minor imperfections may be present due to the preloved nature of the garments. We strive to represent every item accurately, but subtle signs of wear may sometimes go unnoticed. We appreciate your understanding and commitment to sustainable luxury.