Front view of vintage 1970s North Beach Leather buckskin shirt-jacket with whipstitch detail.
Back view of cream-colored leather shirt-jacket with wide 70s collar and stitched accents.
Close-up of North Beach Leather label with handwritten size and serial number.
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Front view of vintage 1970s North Beach Leather buckskin shirt-jacket with whipstitch detail.
Back view of cream-colored leather shirt-jacket with wide 70s collar and stitched accents.
Close-up of North Beach Leather label with handwritten size and serial number.

SOLD — This piece has found a home.

North Beach Leather Buckskin Shirt-Jacket – 1970s – Size 42

Rock star leather at its finest. This original 1970s North Beach Leather shirt-jacket brings handmade craftsmanship, buckskin richness, and stitched-to-thrill detail. Made to be worn with volume—on the stereo or on stage.

Description

A peak-era piece from the legendary North Beach Leather label, this handmade cream-colored buckskin shirt-jacket is the real deal. Soft, pliable leather. Wide 70s collar. Whipstitched seams throughout. Button-front construction with matching leather-covered buttons. It’s more than a jacket—it’s a statement from the golden age of California cool, when Hendrix, Joplin, and Santana were turning heads and setting stages on fire.

Hand-cut and hand-laced in the USA, North Beach Leather pieces were the go-to for rock royalty, movie stars, and bold spirits who weren’t afraid to wear their energy. Likely made for a woman based on its size and proportions, the fit is unisex and wearable across the board—style knows no boundaries when it comes to a piece this iconic. This one? It’s subtle and strong at the same time—like the best solos. Rare, collectible, and radiating style.

Specifications
Tagged Size: 42
Pit to pit: 19.5"
Shoulder width: 17.5"
Body length: 24.5"
Sleeve length: 22"

 

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