Sheepskin coat

[Vizard]

I am in the UK, where sheepskin coats are associated with used car dealers and market traders. However, I think they are kind of cool and might buy one.

I am thinking about something like this.

What say you Gents?

 

[msimon]

I have a very modern stand up collar one and have only worn once (probably doesn't fit now) because the winters have been so mild, but I do like them aesthetically depending on how it's cut. I just think a good wool overcoat would get more use.

 

[comrade]

I am in the UK, where sheepskin coats are associated with used car dealers and market traders. However, I think they are kind of cool and might buy one.

I am thinking about something like this.

What say you Gents?

You are in very good company:

 

[comrade]

You are in very good company: View attachment 2240405

 

[Keyser_Söze]

 

[jhcam8]

You should have several depending on whether you want to dress up or down.

 

[thedavidstarr]

Agreed. I bought a pre owned one from a California based company that unfortunately is now out of business I think

 

[comrade]

Agreed. I bought a pre owned one from a California based company that unfortunately is now out of business I think

Probably Sawyer of Napa. Very high quality.

 

[thedavidstarr]

Probably Sawyer of Napa. Very high quality.

Yes that’s right. They made coats that sold in high level department stores like Marshal Fields etc

 

[Kingstonian]

Buy British. Get a Morlands coat. Single breasted, dark wool. It will have to be second hand now unfortunately.

Glastonbury was the place for sheepskin. The water was good for tanneries.

British Sheepskin | Somerset Sheepskin | Manufactured in England

Family business manufacturing sheepskin products in Somerset. We handmake all of our sheepskin products in our workshop. Bespoke service

www.british-sheepskin.co.uk

Nurseys was another brand from East Anglia that closed fairly recently.

 

[Kingstonian]

John Motson associations too. Rather than just Del Boy and used car salesmen :-

How John Motson’s coat became part of football history

Football commentator, who has died aged 77, became known for his long sheepskin coat over many years

www.theguardian.com

 

[TimothyF]

As far as I know, all "sheepskin" coats are made from lambs. Could someone explain to me why we can't or shouldn't make shearling from goats? The leather would be tougher and stronger

 

[somatoform]

Cromford can make you whatever you want:

Luxury Leather Jacket

Quality leather, suede and sheepskin garments. Made in London by our small team of highly experienced tailors.

www.cromfordleather.co.uk

On the oppositte end of much cheaper, you could always get adventurous and try to design your own with these people:

Mens Sheepskin Jackets Archives - The Sheepherder

customsheepskinjackets.com

 

[Kingstonian]

There are plenty of bargains on eBay. No need to pay a fortune. Sheepskins and long coats are not in great demand.

This style in the right size and in good condition is what you should look for.

Morlands Fine Sheepskin Coat Men’s Size 40 -104cm Dark Brown Made In England Vtg | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Morlands Fine Sheepskin Coat Men’s Size 40 -104cm Dark Brown Made In England Vtg at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products.

www.ebay.co.uk

 

[Vizard]

There are plenty of bargains on eBay. No need to pay a fortune. Sheepskins and long coats are not in great demand.

This style in the right size and in good condition is what you should look for.

Morlands Fine Sheepskin Coat Men’s Size 40 -104cm Dark Brown Made In England Vtg | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Morlands Fine Sheepskin Coat Men’s Size 40 -104cm Dark Brown Made In England Vtg at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products.

www.ebay.co.uk

I’ve bought one for £99 from Etsy which, if it fits, I will have cleaned. If it does not I’ve several saved as faves on EBay.

I’ve no issue with vintage, if it is undamaged and clean.