Men’s B-6 RAF Flight Shearling Sheepskin Leather Jacket - The Streamlined Aviator | Full Grain Apparel

Men’s B-6 RAF Flight Shearling Sheepskin Leather Jacket - The Streamlined Aviator | Full Grain Apparel

The B-6 RAF Flight Shearling Jacket is the sophisticated younger brother to the heavy-duty B-3. Originally introduced in 1939 for pilots working in slightly less cramped cockpits, the "B-6" was designed for those who needed the incredible warmth of sheepskin but required a slimmer, more mobile silhouette. Our 2022 edition captures that exact balance, offering a refined winter coat that provides high-altitude warmth without the bulk of a traditional bomber.

Key Features

• Material: 100% Genuine Medium-Weight Sheepskin Shearling. The exterior is a supple, drum-dyed leather, while the interior features a trimmed, uniform shearling wool pile that provides warmth without excessive volume.

• The Silhouette: A Streamlined Flight Fit; unlike the boxy B-3, the B-6 features a more tapered waist and a shorter wool pile, making it significantly lighter and easier to wear for daily city commutes.

• Bi-Swing Back: Engineered with action-back shoulder gussets, allowing for a full range of arm movement—a functional detail original to pilots that modern drivers and commuters will find indispensable.

• RAF Signature Collar: Features a single or double leather throat latch and a smaller, more manageable shearling-lined collar that can be flipped up and secured against the wind.

• Hardware: Outfitted with high-polish YKK zippers at the front and—characteristically for the B-6—zippered side-gussets at the waist to allow for a custom fit over layers.

• Reinforced Detailing: Finished with tonal leather tape covering the seams for added durability and that iconic vintage military aesthetic.

• Storage: Two exterior zippered hand-warmer pockets and an internal security pocket.

Why the B-6?

The Mid-Weight Masterpiece: If the B-3 is a "wearable fireplace" for the deep arctic, the B-6 is the perfect high-end winter daily. It is warm enough for sub-zero temperatures but sleek enough to wear into a restaurant or office without feeling like you're still in the cockpit of a B-17.

Styling Tip

The B-6 is arguably the most versatile shearling jacket. It looks incredibly sharp when paired with tailored charcoal trousers and leather Chelsea boots. For a more rugged weekend vibe, style it with dark indigo denim and a simple white tee.

Shop now to experience the perfect blend of heritage warmth and modern mobility with the B-6 RAF Shearling!