Schott’s LCW1637X in Dark Brown: the One Star Perfecto that rewrote the rules of the leather jacket

In 1928, Irving Schott designed the first motorcycle jacket with a zip. Ninety-six years later, the One Star Perfecto remains the template every rock-inspired leather jacket still follows. The LCW1637X is the women’s iteration of that legend: a single star on each shoulder, a dark-brown cowhide shell, and a silhouette that balances sharp tailoring with the rebellious edge of a New York biker.

Leather that tells a story

This jacket is cut from full-grain cowhide, a material chosen for its durability and its ability to develop a rich patina over time. The Leather Working Group certification guarantees the hide was sourced and tanned with environmental responsibility in mind. Expect a medium-weight leather—substantial enough to hold its shape, supple enough to move with you.

Cut for movement, built for character

The regular fit skims the body without clinging, making it flattering on every figure. Snap-button epaulettes and collar tabs echo the military details of the original 1928 design, while zippered cuffs let you adjust the sleeve width for layering or a snug fit. Inside, a chest pocket and two hand-warmer pockets are positioned for practicality; the hidden welt pocket on the left hip is where you’ll stash your keys or cards without disrupting the clean front.

From city streets to open roads

Although the Perfecto was born on a Harley-Davidson, the LCW1637X transitions effortlessly from autumn commutes to weekend escapes. Wear it over a roll-neck and tailored trousers for a polished take on rock-and-roll, or pair it with a graphic tee and slim jeans to channel the downtown cool of the original.

Schott NYC began in 1913 as a raincoat workshop in Manhattan’s Lower East Side. By 1928, the brothers Irving and Jack Schott had created the first zip-front motorcycle jacket—the Perfecto. Since then, every leather jacket that carries the Schott name is still cut, stitched, and inspected by hand in the same spirit of American quality manufacturing.

• Full-grain cowhide shell, Leather Working Group certified
• Regular fit that flatters all body shapes
• Snap-button epaulettes and collar tabs for adjustable detailing
• Zippered cuffs for ventilation or a tailored look
• Four pockets: chest, hand-warmer, and hidden welt
• Dark-brown finish that develops a unique patina
• All-season versatility, from autumn layering to spring evenings