118

I would give it 5 stars, but the sleeve zipper on the left arm (my left..NOT as you're facing the jacket from the front) does not want to stay down all the way..it ALWAYS moves up just a little bit. I really wish it'd stay down, when zipped up. The leather quality is great. I'm just disappointed, because of the zipper issue.

The fit was great I love it

Had a Perfecto back in the day when I lived in the West Village...was an absolute staple. Fast forward and I'm in my mid 50s and wanted to get another. Went to the store in Soho and after trying few on, the 118 checks every box for me. It's just a *little* longer and a *little* roomier in the chest....you get that great MC jacket fit but it never seems like you're trying too hard lol. And with all Schott products, the quality is an A+

Great product.
Love the fit.

I have several Perfectos. As I got larger and heavier from lifting weights, I couldn't fit in my older ones. I opted for this model because it is a little roomier. With help from Jerri at Schott, I ordered the right size.. This jacket is nothing short of awesome. Never doubt it. Just get one and you'll know why it's worth the money.

After I got tired of mending my second-hand Perfecto 618 for the third time (previous owner hadn't maintained it very well), I decided to spend a bit extra and get a brand new replacement.

The 618 was a bit tight for me, so I contacted Customer Service for advice and was recommended the 118-style instead. I'm very happy with the advice I got, the 118 I ordered was a perfect fit! Hands down best Christmas-gift I've given myself.

I originally ordered a 618 42 "slim fit" recommeded for my size, age, weight etc. It was too tight and short for me. I changed my selection to standard fit and the 118 in size 42 was recommended and it is perfect for me. I like the 1 inch longer back and the slightly relaxed fit around my chest. The thick leather screams quality. You can't go wrong with a Schott, they are not cheap, but you get what you pay for. Pay once, cry once. I have no doubt this jacket will outlast me. A+

Superior workmanship on the classic biker jacket. Good quality leather that fits me perfectly. I went for a 118 Perfecto because it catered for the fuller figure in length and girth. Sizing guide was spot on, but to double cycle I messaged Schott and got an immediate reply, with sizing guide, that confirmed my size choice. The jacket exceeded my expectations and I specially recommend this outstanding garment.

Hello all in the USA. I'm British and live in the UK I have been a fan of Schott gear for years so I wanted a good leather bike jacket and I found exactly what I was looking for on Schott NYC so I bought the Schott classic perfecto style 118. The delivery was amazing 2 days from the USA to the UK,I couldn't wait for it to get here and it was delivered on my birthday the 5th of February and what a birthday present the leather is beautiful the best I have ever seen it's so soft and supple I nearly went for the long but I'm glad I didn't the regular is perfect and the arm length is perfect this is without doubt the best jacket I've ever owned the quality is amazing plus it's made in America ????? not India or China. I definitely recommend it to anyone who wants a lovely high quality jacket thanks to all the people who made it a job well done thank from a very happy man??

Hi,I have been looking around the UK for a while for a schott leather motorcycle jacket on ebay UK there going for around £350-500 pounds for second hand so I bit the bullet and bought a brand new one from schott new York,this jacket is amazing the leather is so soft and supple i bought the xl and the fit is perfect I nearly went for the long version but I'm glad I didn't as the regular is perfect I absolutely love this jacket I wear it on and off my bike It looks amazing it's definitely a keeper the smell of the leather is beautiful it's got to be the best jacket I own and I have 12 different jackets this is the king of them all and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a high quality leather jacket thank you all at Schott you have made me a very happy bloke ????????????

Very well made and Made in the USA. Great quality leather and materials. I recommend ordering one size up if you wear a sweater or a sweatshirt. If you are not a motorcycle rider, order "R" for the sleeves - otherwise the sleeves could be too long. Don't forget to occasionally condition your new jacket with "Otter Wax" leather oil, available online at Schott NYC.

I ordered my 118 jacket on the website on a weekend. Monday I got an email that it was on it's way. It came Wednesday afternoon. Unfortunately I ordered a size too small. I went on the website and followed the instructions for an exchange and sent the jacket in on the next day a Thursday. I got an email Monday afternoon that my new jacket was on the way.. It arrived Wednesday. This one fit perfectly and it is amazing. The leather looks fantastic and the craftsmanship is perfect. I'll be wearing this jacket on many motorcycle rides for years to come. Thanks Schott for a great jacket and fantastic service.

I have waited a long time to buy this jacket(not really comfotable buying stuff that needs to be fitted on line). It is every thing that I hoped for. The fit, the feel, the weight are great. There was no break in, it felt like I had, had it for years

I suspect that most people read these reviews for sizing info/experiences, for the most part. The question of quality and value for money spent is really a non-question when it comes to Schott so I don't feel the need to address that. Purchasing clothing online can be dicey in regard to sizing and I for one, spent a lot of time reading these reviews looking for greater insight before I clicked the ‘Place Order’ button. Hopefully my 2 cents can help someone out. I am 55, 6’ 1” tall. Average build tending toward the slim side with a slightly long
torso and a 42 inch chest/36 inch waist, 200 lbs.
The 42 regular 118 is a perfect fit in that when I sit on the bike, the jacket does not bunch up in the front nor does it ride up too high in the back. The sleeve length is right on, when reaching for the handlebars.
I considered buying the 42 long because of my longish torso but I am glad I didn't. Keep in mind that the Perfectos are riding jackets and meant to fall higher on the waist than a standard jacket. Ok, and I gotta say it, the quality is amazing! HaHa.
Stay safe fellow riders.

I ordered the Style 118 jacket in the long version to be shipped to Germany. The shipment by Fedex arrived within one week. I used the advise on the size by providing my lenghts, weight, ... and followed the resut - perfect fit. The look and feel of this product is just pefect. Thanks for making such a high class product.

This jacket is awesome; there really isn't much else to say that others have not. I'm 5'11, with a 42-43 inch chest. I first went with a 42, and it fit near perfect. But I always wear an armored shirt underneath any jackets with no armor, and when I put that on, it was too cramped, particularly in the shoulders (I have wide shoulders). So I went up to a 44, and although it's a bit boxy, it works much better with the armored shirt. And the waist belt cinches things up nicely around the waist.

The details, quality, and smell of the jacket are amazing.

Let me begin by stating that I initially had my eye on the 618 Horsehide jacket. Going by the fit estimator, I would have required a size 48 regular. I love the classic fit of this jacket but after much research, I concluded that the 118 size 46 regular, with its more contemporary fit, would be a safer bet. I made the plunge last Tuesday, and probably couldn't have picked a worse week to purchase it! Most of North America was experiencing awful wintry weather, ranging from frigid temps, mountains of snow and freezing rain. Here on the west coast of Canada was no exception, and we got 40 cm of snow followed by freezing rain. After much hand wringing, the jacket finally arrived today, some 5 days late. When the FedEx person handed me the package, my heart sank! The box was seriously damaged, and I immediately thought, "Great, now I don't even have the intact, original packaging to return the jacket. If I sound like a 'glass half empty' kinda guy, let me explain. My experience with online jacket purchases has been nothing short of abysmal. I'm 60 years old, 6'2", 250lbs, with a 46" chest and broad shoulders. I have always had a fairly athletic physique, but have noticed a bit more abdominal girth as of late(I'm hoping to lose this by working out more). .I do have longer legs with an average-sized torso. More than half my online purchases have resulted in deep disappointment and I usually end up having to return the jackets due to poor fit...I was already preparing myself for further disappointment with the 118. When I opened the box, I found the jacket in perfect condition. I immediately knew this was a quality piece...the smell of the leather, the heft and stiffness of the jacket and the quality of the leather were evident. This was no pebbly-grained knock-off from Pakistan! As I put one arm and then the other through the sleeves, I felt right off that it was going to fit. The shoulders had just the right amount of room, the arm length was perfect with the cuffs sitting just below my wrists, and the body of the jacket had just enough space to allow me to wear the jacket over a light hoody. The back length was a tad on the short side, sitting just at the top of my beltline, but I don't mind this because I actually prefer the length on the shorter side. I probably could've gotten away with a long size, but I'm quite happy with it as is. My only complaint is that the back of the jacket does tend to flare out a bit at the bottom, but I'm hoping that when it gets fully broken-in this will disappear. This is not noticeable when the jacket is zipped up, but as I will be wearing it more as a casual jacket, it will be unzipped most of the time. Overall, I'm extremely happy with the 118, the fit is true to my size, and the quality is second to none! When I wore it to go gas up the car today, the store clerk remarked..."nice jacket, chief!", so yes, I've already had my first compliment! It certainly is a head-turner and delivers just the right amount of 'mojo'... I'm sure when it gets truly broken-in will look even better! I still have my eye on the 618HH, and after reviewing the measurements Schott sent me, I think it will fit me just fine, so another Schott purchase might be in my future!

This jacket is super comfortable, extremely well-made, and great looking! I have always wanted one and should have bought it sooner. I especially appreciate the long size as I am 6’ 4” and it’s tough to find a great fit. This one fits perfectly!

The name says it all. I've had Langlitz, Aero, Vanson, as well as some others - my 118 is by far the most comfortable, easy to wear, moto jacket.,

Thank you to Michelle F in the NYC - SOHO store for all your patience and assistance with answering all my questions and getting me fitted.

- Chris

Absolutely love it! best jacket I ever bought

Great quality and worth it! Perfect on sizing get your regular size. It’s my new riding jacket on my new Indian motorcycle! I wear for everyday use and riding a bunch. Thank you again!

Being from Sydney Australia, I’ve been hesitant in buying an expensive jacket overseas, especially shipping and tax cost, not able to try on for size and having to pay premium returned shipping cost if you get the wrong size. But I did it. And that’s without the help of the sizing guide because my body size didn’t suit this type of style when I punched in my body numbers.

I’m 6.4ft, 145kgs with size 40 waist, Polynesian And 39 years of age.

Reading other reviews which was a huge step into finding my size, so I thought I’d leave this here to help the next big boppa who’s struggling with the sizing guide.

So I settled with a size 50, and it is perfect for me!
A huge relief! Particularly in the fact there wasn’t any need to ship it back.

I’m a rider so I’ve got 3 Harley-Davidson leather jackets but I wasn’t settled with any of them.
I wanted something that was versatile and not just for riding, Classic and timeless. And the Perfecto 118 ticks all those boxes and some.
And something else that really sealed the deal which shocked me and it’s only when you see, touch and smell It. It’s the Quality!
I’ve never seen such quality in leather like this before!
So it was goodbye to all my Harley jackets.

We’re in the guts of winter here in Oz, and I can still put layers under including a hoodie which I’m still comfortable in whilst riding.

I really do hope I’ve pushed someone over the fence to purchase this piece of heavenly cloth especially if your from Australia.
Trust me, it’s worth it.
Because the experience is different to every other garment in your closet.

All the best.

Tamè.

this folks is the jacket ( 118 perfecto) that I wish somebody would have told me about 40yrs ago, I could have saved a heck of a lot of money that was spent trying to find the perfect coat. the fit is spot on, the finish is excellent....way happy with Schott in general they have been fantastic!

2 years ago I bought a P613S and it instantly became my ultimate jacket. I had never owned such a sturdy and heavy jacket before. However I started going back to the gym when the pandemic ended and my shoulders have outgrown the jacket making it almost uncomfortable to wear now. Plus, I've alway found the sleeves slightly too short for my freakishly long arms.

It was therefore time to find me another amazing jacket that would fit my current measurements. When I learned that the Schott 118 was offered in Long, the choice became obvious.

I received my 118 about a month ago now and I can already tell it's going to be my favourite jacket for many years, if not forever.

I am 6ft, 193lbs with a 42 chest, so I ordered the 42, true to size, which is what Schott recommends for the 118 (as opposed to sizing up for the 618 & 613). The fit is perfect, it is definitely not extra roomy or boxy as some people seem to experience with the 118. Mine fits like a glove when just wearing a t-shirt and feels a little more snug when wearing a sweater, which I like for colder weather as less air seems to sneak in. I was a bit afraid the extra 2 inches might be too long but not at all, the jacket reaches the bottom of my belt, right where I like it.

A few observations:

Some people have described the 118 as being built like a tank but after owning a ludicrously thick steerhide P613S, the 118 felt very light and soft and definitely not as tank-ish as what I was expecting. It's not a bad thing at all, after a month of wearing it almost everyday I now realize it's the 613 that is insanely thick and heavy and the 118 can probably indeed be considered a "heavy" jacket for normal standards.

My only criticism would be the bi-swing gussets on the back which are a bit shallow compared to other biker jacket, Easthetically, they are very pleasing but I don't feel like they really do much, being only about half an inch deep (compared to the 2 inches deep ones on my Belstaff). To be honest, it does not even matter since I do not feel constricted at all when moving my arms up and down, it's just that the gusset tend to "balloon" outward a bit since there is not enough room to contain the extra material.

Apart from this very minor detail, I love everything about this jacket. The fit, the cut (at last I have sleeves that fit!), the leather quality, the construction quality, the smell and obviously the classic look.

If you are 6ft or taller and have long arms like me, you should definitely consider the Long, it feels like it's been custom made.

Thank you Schott!

My 2nd Perfecto in one lifetime! A few shipping issues most ably solved by Denise, a wonderful Lady! The jacket itself is absolute perfection, a first-rate quality product. Couldn't ask for better.

Very good leather, very good quality !

Only one issue, some losing stitching.