Men’s RAF Aviator Airforce Sheepskin Shearling Jacket - The High-Altitude Legend | Full Grain Apparel

Men’s RAF Aviator Airforce Sheepskin Shearling Jacket - The High-Altitude Legend | Full Grain Apparel

The Men’s RAF Aviator Airforce Shearling Jacket is the definitive heavyweight champion of winter outerwear. Inspired by the "Irvin" flight jackets worn by British pilots during the Battle of Britain, this garment is designed for one purpose: to provide an impenetrable barrier against the cold. Combining military-grade durability with the raw, natural luxury of sheepskin, it is as much a piece of history as it is a high-performance winter coat.

Key Features

• Material: 100% Genuine Double-Face Sheepskin. This isn't a jacket with a lining; the exterior leather and the interior wool are the same natural hide. The exterior is finished in a rugged Dark Ginger or Bitter Chocolate leather, while the interior is a deep, plush natural cream wool.

• The "Irvin" Style Collar: Features an oversized shearling collar with a double-buckle throat latch. This allows the collar to be stood up and sealed, providing 360-degree protection for your neck and lower face against freezing gusts.

• Taped Seam Reinforcement: Every major seam is covered with taped cowhide leather strips. This iconic "lattice" construction prevents wind from penetrating the seams and ensures the jacket maintains its structural integrity for a lifetime of wear.

• Natural Thermoregulation: Sheepskin is one of the only materials that keeps you warm in sub-zero temperatures while remaining breathable. It naturally wicks moisture away from the body, ensuring you stay dry and comfortable even as your body temperature fluctuates.

• Industrial Hardware: Equipped with a heavy-duty, polished silver or brass YKK zipper with an internal leather storm flap. The waist features adjustable buckled straps to cinch the jacket and trap rising body heat.

• Ventilation Details: Includes authentic brass underarm grommets, a functional detail from the original Air Force specifications to ensure air circulation without sacrificing warmth.

• Sleeve Versatility: Features zippered cuffs that can be worn open over heavy gloves or zipped tight for a windproof seal.

The Aviator's Legacy

Built for the Elements: This jacket is substantial and heavy, weighing several pounds—a testament to the density of the natural pelts used. It is designed to be your primary defense against the harshest winter weather. Over time, the leather will develop a unique "crease and patina" story, making each jacket a personalized artifact of your own adventures.

Style Inspiration

The RAF Aviator is a commanding piece of clothing. Balance its heroic volume with slim-fit dark denim and rugged leather boots. Because it is a "wearable fireplace," you can pair it with a simple cotton tee or a thin cashmere sweater and stay perfectly warm in freezing conditions.

Shop now to claim the ultimate icon of military warmth: The RAF Airforce Sheepskin Aviator!