Unraveling the History of 'Schott's' Rider's Jacket, Celebrating Its 110th Anniversary This Year

When it comes to rider's jackets, many people instantly think of 'Schott'. As a staple for bikers and a fashion item, Schott's rider's jackets are loved worldwide across generations and eras. 2023 marks an important milestone, the 110th anniversary of the long-established Schott brand. Let's trace back Schott's lengthy history and examine the timeless products that have been adored for over a century. This time, we heard from Yushi Yamasaki, the Chief Advertising Head at the Ueno-Shokai Division of TSI Holdings Co., Ltd.

Brothers Running a Store called 'Schott Bros.' in New York

"Schott was founded in New York in 1913 by the Schott brothers, Irving Schott and Jack Schott. They handled leather products and rain gear like raincoats, and by the 1920s they also had a shop called 'Schott Bros'."

'PERFECTO' Rider's Jacket Series

The precursor of the rider's jacket was released in 1928. Besides the word 'Schott', the tag of the jacket also reads 'PERFECTO', a name that has continued to be used for a long time in the PERFECTO series.