Schott NYC

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Overview

Schott NYC is an American outerwear brand founded in New York in 1913 by brothers Irving and Jack Schott, the sons of Russian immigrants. Centered on leather jackets, its offerings also include pea coats and flight jackets. In 1928, it developed the leather motorcycle jacket “Perfecto,” which became an iconic symbol of the brand. The brand places importance on quality, durability, and craftsmanship, and continues to produce products in the United States.

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We continue to make classic clothing that we are proud to put our name on and pledge to offer you honest value in quality, durability and craftsmanship.

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1928
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Perfecto® Brand
Clothing

An iconic line representing the pinnacle of leather

Perfecto® Brand is a specialized collection officially derived from Schott NYC, originatin

Perfecto® Brand is a specialized collection officially derived from Schott NYC, originating with the “Perfecto®” motorcycle leather jacket developed by Irving Schott in 1928. It is positioned as a separate line produced in the United States, centered on reissues and reinterpretations based on the archive and featuring high-quality leather jackets that make use of rare materials and traditional handmade processes. In 2011, it was relaunched online under the name Perfecto Brand with an independent presence, and Schott has made clear its protection of the Perfecto® trademark.

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