Japan’s A Bathing Ape has linked with fine outdoor clothing and motorcycle apparel provider Schott NYC to present the 1ST CAMO PEA COAT. The jacket encompasses a blue camouflage spread, closely mimicking the colors worn by the United States Navy. Navy blue buttons are featured throughout the garb, while minimal branding has been implemented on a white tag towards bottom. Head over to BAPE to purchase.

Despite the intial thoughts you might associate with the generations-old Perfecto Brand by Schott NYC, any heritage brand would be best to look into creating a brand with growth and progression. Eschewing the usual heavy-duty cowhide leathers that have made the brand such a dedicated staple, a new modern take maintains the same Double-Riders aesthetic with the use of an on-trend Harris Tweed. The $750 USD jacket is available now at UNIONMADE.

There’s nothing like purchasing an article of clothing from a storied manufacturer who has been known to make quality crafted products for decades. Realizing what you bought is an investment expected to last a lifetime can be a true inspiration to wear your piece often and with little care. Schott NYC, a frequent to this site, sits down with KarmaloopTV to discuss the brands famed history, original use of the zipper, Bruce Springsteen and of course, future endeavors. Enjoy!

Always one to be pushing the creative boundaries, Lady Gaga has opened a pop-up shop in New York City aptly titled, Gaga’s Workshop. She has teamed with artists Eli Sudbrack and Christophe Hamaide Pierson of AVAF (Assume Vivid Astro Focus) for a signature piece, the Schott NYC Men’s Motorcycle Jacket. Available in classic black, and draped with a graphic lining, the jacket is finished off with spikes on the shoulders. This limited-edition piece is available at Barneys for $675 USD.

Pioneers in motorcycle apparel Schott NYC has partnered with Restoration Hardware to produce an exclusive motorcycle jacket that has been known to be staples for Hollywood rebels like James Dean, Marlon Brando and Joan Jett. With no compromise for quality, the slim cut motorcycle jacket is handcrafted in the USA and made out of more than 20 pieces of drum-dyed cowhide leather. Designed to sport a well-worn look, it has been deliberately pre-washed and distressed. Retailing for $650 USD, the jacket comes in two colors – black and brown. They can be purchased through Restoration Hardware.

Specializing in outdoor apparel from leather jackets to wool coats since 1913, NY-based label Schott recently teamed up with Stussy on this small capsule collection for Winter 2011. Including three pieces, the collaboration boasts a classic leather jacket, parka and bomber-style jacket. Three ubiquitous styles are presented with matching colorways that blend quality manufacturing with timeless design. Available at Stussy flagship stores and select online retailers.

A few weeks ago we offered a look into the SWAGGER and Schott collaboration as they released a reinvented 618 Double Rider. From opposite sides of the world, the two famed brands produce a quality, handcrafted jacket with rejuvenated contemporary design twists to iconic models. This 641 Leather Single Rider maintains much of Schott’s original silhouette, adding a longer zip vent up the sleeve, five decorative buckles along the side, and a removable fur lining. This limited edition release will be available this week at various SWAGGER dealers retailing for ¥99,750 JPY (approximately $1,295 USD).

Marking a return to timeless and classic silhouettes, Schott NYC introduces its Fall/Winter 2011 collection lookbook. Modeled after original film and style icons such as James Dean, Marlon Brando and The Ramones, the range encompasses a variety of infamous leather biker jackets, traditional fur-trimmed aviator pieces along with vintage overcoats and retro baseball classics. The arrangement embodies a 1940s and 1950s rockabilly subculture modus blended with the synergy and form of chic contemporary menswear.

The Western-infused, hip-hop-inspired Japanese brand SWAGGER will continue to release another collaborating venture, this time with famed American leather jacket maker Schott NYC. Today we offer details into the release of the reinvented 618 Double Rider leather jacket. Maintaining Schott’s timeless craftsmanship, this reinterpretation sports a treated horse leather, which creates a softer and glossier look, as well as a removable fur neck-lining. Surely to sell out at select SWAGGER and Schott NYC retailers, the 618 Double Rider will be on sale at the end of October with a price tag of ¥134,400 JPY (approximately $1,750 USD).

Converse takes the original Schott motorcycle jacket and fuses its design with the original Chuck Taylor All Star shoe. The result is a playful yet masculine shoe, with a rugged look that showcases the best of both including heavy-duty rear zip entry, zips under the laces and a patchwork of motorcycle jacket leather. The shoe comes complete with a quilted lining, snaps on the tongue, and a leather rand with a clean and sharp emboss detail. The Schott label is sewn discreetly inside the shoe and the classic Chuck Taylor All Star patch is elegantly embossed in the leather and rests in its familiar inside ankle position.

As a part of Converse First String – Converse’s premium product line that celebrates craftsmanship, authenticity and pure expression – each shoe will be available in limited quantities. Converse first debuted the Chuck Taylor All Star Leather Jacket shoe in 2009 with a black version, followed by a special Converse (PRODUCT)RED version. The new Schott for Converse Chuck Taylor All Star White Leather Jacket shoes will be available in unisex sizing on April 15, 2011 for MSRP $150 at select Converse First String retailers including Stussy (New York, NY), Blends (Costa Mesa, CA), St. Alfred (Chicago, IL) and Kicks Hawaii (Honolulu, HI).