Finally… the intense summer heat has broken. Time to hang up the suits and get my gear on!

I had a gift certificate from Schott Bros leather that was going to expire. During the hottest week of July, I ordered a new Schott Leather Trucker Jacket.

This jacket is thick, durable, and exceptionally well-made. Their marketing statement says it is lightweight enough to wear all year. No… not by a long-shot. This jacket is heavy… almost as heavy as my Schott Perfecto motorcycle jacket.

But man, it fits …

… great. It is comfortable, and with its medium-weight thickness, it is somewhat soft. It will only get better with wear.

This well-made garment has a 26-inch back length and is made of thick naked cowhide. It has a metal shank button front closure, two button upper flap pockets, two lower pockets, adjustable side tabs, metal shank sleeve cuffs, and poly satin lining. It is made in the U.S.A.

Being an old-school Leatherman, I style this jacket with full leather. Long-sleeve leather shirt, leather jeans, boots, Muir Cap, and gloves. The works.

When the weather is cooperatively cool, I enjoy returning to my first passion, wearing full gear as I go about my daily business.

Sure, a few people may react with a second glance or even a frown. Who cares? I have long been over having any concerns about “what other people think.” I am my own man and wear what I like.

These days, my choices of leather that I choose to wear are self-limited to what fits me well and is comfortable. Since I do not ride a motorcycle any more, my “excuse” for wearing full leather is: I am a Leatherman and enjoy wearing BLUF gear. Simple as that.

Life is short: leather up and enjoy life.