Based on 0.8mm thick Hokkaido calf leather, crafted by one of Japan's leading tanneries with a commitment to using only domestically sourced leather, this leather is tanned to a light milky white (light beige) during a process known as white tanning, and then dyed as a finished product. This painstakingly tanned white leather allows for the realization of vibrant, pale colors when dyed. Furthermore, compared to traditional calf leather dyed from tanned leather, this leather jacket, which is dyed and shrunk after production, has an exceptionally soft and flexible texture. The grain and luster also develop a relatively subdued, mellow look over time. The soft texture feels like it's clinging to the skin, providing an exceptionally comfortable fit.
The above-mentioned white tanned base is used as the base, and after all sewing processes except for the attachment of the tuck buttons have been completed, the product is dyed using "Sumi dyeing" (ink dyeing). This natural dye is made from soot and blended with India ink, and the dyeing and drying processes are repeated until the dye is set, taking a long time and effort to create the product, resulting in a beautiful Sumi color with depth, transparency, and unevenness. By performing this advanced Sumi dyeing on the product, the garment is able to express a well-balanced overall shade.
This jacket features an original brand silhouette based on the 3rd Type trucker jacket, which prioritizes fashion in addition to practicality. The 3rd Type features a moderately sleek silhouette that takes advantage of the extremely soft leather, allowing for a silhouette that can be tailored to the wearer's body type. The fit makes the most of the leather's texture and characteristics, and the unlined design makes it easy to wear lightly throughout the year. All buttons are original tuck buttons engraved with the brand name. Dark gray thread is used to match the ink-black color.