Built from genuine merino sheepskin sourced from Turkey — full-grain leather on the outside, natural wool on the inside, the way shearling has been made for a hundred years. Not sherpa. Not polyester. Real sheepskin with the wool still attached to the hide.

This is the modern descendant of the B-3, the jacket the 8th Air Force wore over Europe at 25,000 feet in unheated bombers. We took the lineage and refined it for how a man actually dresses today: waist-length silhouette, clean shearling collar, no costume buckles, no exaggerated proportions. Just a serious cold-weather jacket built to be worn for decades.

The grizzly brown is the deepest of the range — rich, weathered, and built to develop a richer patina the more you wear it. The wool interior holds heat without bulk. YKK zippers, adjustable snap at the waist, two side-entry hand pockets, and a hidden interior chest pocket. Handcrafted in a limited run.

Features

• Genuine merino wool sheepskin shearling — full-grain leather exterior, natural wool interior
• Sourced from Turkey, where shearling has been tanned for generations
• B-3 aviator lineage, modernized fit
• YKK zippers throughout
• Adjustable snap button at the waist
• Two side-entry hand pockets
• One hidden interior chest pocket
• Limited production run

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is grizzly brown leather?

Grizzly brown is a deep, weathered chocolate-brown tone with a slightly distressed character — darker and more rugged-looking than espresso, with hints of warmth that keep it from reading flat or black. It's the most outdoors-oriented brown in our shearling lineup.

Is grizzly brown the darkest shearling color you offer?

Among the brown shearling options, yes — grizzly is the deepest brown tone. Only the black colorway runs darker. Grizzly is the right choice if you want a rich, masculine brown that hides scuffs well and pairs easily with most outfits.

What's the difference between grizzly and espresso brown?

Both are dark browns, but grizzly leans more weathered and rugged in finish, with subtle distressing that gives it a broken-in look from day one. Espresso reads slightly more refined and even-toned. Grizzly is the more outdoors-leaning choice; espresso is the more versatile city-to-country option.

What does grizzly brown shearling pair well with?

Grizzly's depth makes it one of the easiest leather tones to style. It pairs well with dark or medium-wash denim, flannels, heavy knits, olive and earth-toned pants, and brown or distressed boots. The dark tone also works with charcoal or navy trousers for a more polished look.

What is shearling?

Shearling is sheepskin with the wool still attached to the hide. The skin is tanned on one side to create soft leather; the wool stays on the other side as natural insulation. It is a single piece of material, not two layers stitched together.

Is the wool inside this jacket real?

Yes. It is genuine merino wool that grew on the sheep whose hide forms the leather exterior. It is not sherpa or any synthetic substitute. Real wool insulates better, breathes better, and lasts longer than synthetic alternatives.

Is shearling good for outdoor activities?

Shearling has been used for outdoor and aviation work for over a century — it's one of the original cold-weather technical fabrics. The natural wool wicks moisture, regulates temperature, and stays warm even when slightly damp. For dry, cold conditions, shearling outperforms most synthetic insulations.

• Turkish Merino Sheep Wool Leather (Wool fibers are 12 mm to 14 mm in Length)
• YKK Zipper

Features

• Classic Bomber Style Jacket
• Twin Side Entry Hand Pockets
• Adjustable Snap Button on the Waistband for Comfort
• Zippered Front Closure

How to Measure Yourself

Shopping online, as most of us do nowadays, you’ll want to know your measurements to help ensure a great fit. The sketch below shows where to take measurements to compare to clothing you already own. Keep in mind, however, those measurements will only be helpful if taken correctly. Tip: don’t let the measuring tape hang loose when you’re measuring, but avoid pulling the tape excessively tight. Here’s how to get accurate measurements:

Length: Measure from the bottom of the collar to the waist seam.

Shoulders: Measure between the top of the sleeve seams.

Chest: Measure the entire circumference of your chest. Begin with one end of the measuring tape 1 inch below the armhole at the fullest part of your chest. Then, keeping the tape level, wrap it around (under your armpits, around your shoulder blades, and back to the front) to get the measurement.

Sleeve: Accurately measuring sleeve length is tough to do yourself, so ask someone to help with this. Beginning with one end of the tape at the top of your arm, then down to your wrist. This entire length is your arm-length measurement.

How should a leather jacket fit?

Do the same rules apply to how a jacket should fit as to other jackets or outerwear? Not necessarily. Read on for details.

Leather will stretch over time, so you never want to start with a leather jacket that is too big. But that doesn’t mean you want a jacket that’s too small! It’s also essential to allow room for layers under your leather jacket. Here are a few specific tips for finding a leather jacket that fits just right:

Chest: Leather jackets ought to fit more snugly through the chest than a regular overcoat, but consider the types of layers you may want to wear underneath. If you live in a warm climate and will be layering over light clothing such as a dress shirt or t-shirt, we recommend adding 2-3 inches to your measured chest size. If you live in a colder climate and layering over heavier clothing such as sweaters, we recommend adding 3-4 inches to your chest size. If you land between sizes, we recommend sizing up to the next size available. Tip: you should be able to comfortably zip or button your leather jacket all the way up, even if you plan to wear it open.

Shoulders: Suit coat rules do not apply to leather jackets, so it's okay if the shoulder comes down your arm a few inches. However, even though the leather will give over time if the shoulder seam is higher than your shoulder, the jacket is too small.

Waist: The bottom of your leather jacket should not reach below the bottom of your belt/top of your thigh. This is likely shorter than other overcoats you've owned, but a leather jacket that hangs well below the belt is too big unless you're wearing a long leather trench coat.

Sleeve Length: The proper sleeve length on a leather jacket is consistent with pretty much any jacket: sleeves should end at your wrist.

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Looking for even more fit advice?

In addition to our size charts, please click on our new app that asks a few personal questions about you to help with your size choice:

Need to make an exchange?

If you receive your purchase and need to exchange it for a different size, we now provide prepaid shipping labels on all exchange requests (excludes International request)