
1950s Buco J-24 Horsehide ‘D-Pocket’ Leather Jacket Size 34 (Fits XS)
Founded in 1933 as the "Joseph Buegeleisen Co.”
Buco were first specialists in motorcycle accessories and saddlebags. In 1947, they launched "Buco", a full apparel line with the slogan: “Motorcycle jackets, gloves, caps, belts and bags all cut and sewn by life long craftsmen dedicated to the task at hand”.
- The real deal - made in USA in the 1950's
- J-24 jacket with the iconic D-shaped pocket
- Horsehide
- Quilted nylon lining
- Wool interlining
- Original rayon label
- Woolen pocket lining
- Classic asymmetrical closure
- Main zipper is a big brass Conmar
- Brass Talon zippers with leather pull on front and back pockets
- Leather belt loops for belt (not included)
- All snap buttons working
- Snap buttons for mutton collar (not included)
- Great Vg+ vintage condition: Some wear overall and broken in leather feels soft and very wearable. Has some loose stitching on right back pocket. About 1”. No holes/rips/repairs. Could be shined up with conditioner.
Size is marked as a 34, and is slim fitting. Would fit a mens modern XS or perhaps a S with a just a t-shirt under - or a womens S or M. Please see measurements below. (Measured laying flat)
- Pit to pit: 17,5”
- Shoulder to Shoulder: 16”
- Sleeve from shoulder: 23”
- Length front: 20”
- Length back: 24”
- Opening cuff: 4,9”
- Waist: 16,5”
























