JERKIN VEST / SHEEPSKIN Wallets A Heather Grey

A Heather Grey

Media sensationalising of the 1947 Hollister Riot catalysed an association of post-war American Motorcycle Clubs as being occupied by misfits and rebels and this affiliation was further cemented by depictions in classic American cinema throughout the 50s and 60s where the thick stripe tee could be used as a shorthand to depict a characters anti establishmentarianism

Its ability to wick away sweat and moisture made it an ideal fabric for headgear

Patches of this standard can only be produced by a handful of remaining craftsmen

JERKIN VEST / SHEEPSKIN Wallets A Heather GreyDuring both World Wars, the British Army issued leather vests known as jerkins to provide warmth without compromising mobility. Designed to be worn over field gear, they were a practical cold weather layer for troops in the trenches. Although issued by the British military, photographs show that American soldiers also adopted the jerkin, especially during World War I, drawn to its utility and durability. Each was marked with the Broad Arrow insignia,