What’s the difference between horsehide and cowhide

Horsehide is denser, stiffer, and develops a more dramatic patina than cowhide. Brands like Double Helix favor horsehide for its longevity and historical authenticity in heritage-style jackets

How do I break in a stiff leather jacket

Consistent wear is key. Don’t force the leather — let it mold naturally. High-end jackets from Double Helix are designed to break in gradually, rewarding patience with rich character

Where can I buy high-quality horsehide jackets online

Look for authorized retailers of Japanese heritage brands. Double Helix is available through specialty stores like URAHARA STORE, or via select Japanese boutiques

What makes a high-quality horsehide leather jacket

A high-quality horsehide jacket uses full-grain leather, often vegetable-tanned for durability and character. Brands like Double Helix in Japan are known for mastering this process, creating heirloom pieces that age beautifully

How does Double Helix compare to other Japanese brands like The Real McCoy’s or Freewheelers

Double Helix shares the same reverence for American vintage styles as brands like The Real McCoy’s or Freewheelers, but focuses more exclusively on horsehide and clean, modern tailoring. Their jackets are often considered slightly more contemporary and accessible in silhouette.

Who is Double Helix and what sets the brand apart

Founded in 2017 in Tokyo, Double Helix is a Japanese brand specializing in high-end horsehide leather jackets. Known for heritage-inspired design and exceptional craftsmanship, the brand blends classic Americana with Japanese precision and luxury materials.

What types of leather does Double Helix use in their jackets

Double Helix primarily uses premium horsehide sourced from the U.S. and Europe. The hides are vegetable-tanned using traditional Japanese techniques, resulting in leather that is durable, structured, and develops a rich patina with wear.

What is tea core leather and why is it special

Tea core leather refers to black-dyed horsehide where the surface is black, but the inner layers retain a natural brown tone. Over time, the black finish wears away in high-friction areas, revealing the brown underneath — creating a unique vintage look. Brands like Double Helix are known for using tea core horsehide in their jackets, combining this beautiful aging effect with expert tailoring and traditional Japanese tanning techniques.

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Double Helix Classic 1930's Jacket - Brown

Double Helix

£1,571.00 GBP

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Product Description

This jacket from Japanese leather masters Double Helix is the Classic 1930's inspired by Leather "Sports Jacket" style jackets around the 1930's. The cut has been updated to a more form fitting modern cut. Jacket started to feature zippers instead of button front fastening around this period and the 1930's features a unique "gem" shaped zipper puller that hives it a vintage original feel. The insertion is also quite special as they have to drill holes in the leather to attached the zipper to the hem of the jacket.
Made from a premium 1.3mm Japanese vegetable tanned, tea core horsehide leather we love this take on a 1930's inspired jacket. The tea-core leather will start of as a dark brown and will lighten as the jacket ages in high wear areas.

- Classic 1930's inspired Jacket.
- Vegetable tanned tea core Japanese horsehide leather.
- Dark brown oiled finish
- Aniline Finish.
- 1.3mm thickness.
- Left chest pocket with zip.
- Buffalo horn button cuffs.
- Angled hip pockets.
- Inside pocket.
- Brass waist adjusters.
- Waldes Zipper.
- 100% Cotton lining.
- Made in Japan.

What We Think

The Double Helix 1930s Sports Jacket brings vintage details into a modern, wearable shape — no fuss, just clean lines, great leather, and that unmistakable old-school charm. Inspired by early leather “sports jackets” of the era, it’s cut slimmer than the originals, so it feels sharp without being restrictive.

The tea-core horsehide is rich and weighty at first, but it softens with wear and gradually reveals lighter tones underneath. It’s the kind of leather that tells a story the longer you keep it in rotation. Add in little touches like the gem-shaped Waldes zipper pull, brass adjusters, and buffalo horn button cuffs, and you’ve got a piece that nails the details without overdoing it.

This one pairs well with relaxed trousers or jeans and a simple knit underneath. It leans vintage without feeling like a costume. Just a great jacket with heritage roots and an easy, everyday wearability.

Sizing Information

All meaurements are in Metric (cm's).

Garment Care

All garments available at our store are highly considered, thoughtfully designed and superior crafted. They are beautiful and rare in nature and often made with natural / organic fibres. If you treat them well, they will last you a lifetime.

We always recommend to 'Wear More & Wash Less'.

If washing is necessary we always suggest to hand wash and use organic / premium soaps where available and a natural drying process.

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Standard International Shipping (AUD $20 equivalent)
United States: $13 USD
United Kingdom: £10 GBP
Canada: $18 CAD
Japan: ¥2,000 JPY
South Korea: ₩17,000 KRW
Europe: €12 EUR
New Zealand: $22 NZD
Rest of World: $20 AUD (converted at checkout)

Express International Shipping (AUD $30 equivalent)
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United Kingdom: £16 GBP
Canada: $27 CAD
Japan: ¥3,000 JPY
South Korea: ₩26,000 KRW
Europe: €18 EUR
New Zealand: $33 NZD
Rest of World: $30 AUD (converted at checkout)

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Returned items must be:
Unworn and unused
In original condition
With all original tags attached
Footwear returned in the original box

Original shipping costs are non-refundable unless the item is faulty.

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Any return shipping costs incurred will be deducted from your refund.

International customs duties and taxes paid on delivery are non-refundable.

We do not process exchanges for international orders. If you require a different size or item, please return your order for a refund and place a new order.

Please refer to our Returns Policy for full details.

Faulty Items

If you believe you’ve received a faulty item, please contact us before returning it.
If an item is confirmed as faulty after inspection, we will offer either:
A replacement of the same item (subject to availability), or
A full refund, including original and return shipping costs.

This applies only to items deemed faulty or incorrect and does not apply to size changes or change-of-mind returns.

Questions

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