https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-type-of-leather-used-in-a-jacket-affect-its-protective-capabilities-true-or-not Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:28:28 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-type-of-leather-used-in-a-jacket-affect-its-protective-capabilities-true-or-not#post-2309407 Tue, 21 Feb 2023 03:17:43 +0000 Indigoprint 2309407@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow April how fun. I grew up with both cattle and horses and indeed the cows had barbed wire and the horses just had single wire. I never questioned...but now I know!<br /> But back to the post my experiences would say true<br /> Lambskin is much softer and in the real world was protected by their thick wool(we had sheep too) where as cattle/ horses had shorter hair and skins more exposed to the elements. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-type-of-leather-used-in-a-jacket-affect-its-protective-capabilities-true-or-not#post-2309279 Mon, 20 Feb 2023 14:27:06 +0000 nemosmom 2309279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>True! Leather riding jackets (true motorcycle jackets) are found in a variety of hides that can handle road wear and abrasion. Goat is popular because of its toughness, also steerhide and even buffalo. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-type-of-leather-used-in-a-jacket-affect-its-protective-capabilities-true-or-not#post-2309267 Mon, 20 Feb 2023 13:12:02 +0000 April 2309267@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I believe this is true.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Fun fact that makes me think so: ever notice that fences to keep cows in are barbed wire, while horses just have split rail fencing?&nbsp; My dad&nbsp; (went to cattle college) says that's because cattle have very tough hides, while horse hide is far more delicate.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-type-of-leather-used-in-a-jacket-affect-its-protective-capabilities-true-or-not#post-2309249 Mon, 20 Feb 2023 11:00:53 +0000 Lisa Clark 2309249@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The type of leather used in a jacket can have an impact on its protective capabilities. Different types of leather offer different levels of abrasion resistance, water resistance, and insulation. </p> <p>For example, cowhide leather is more durable and resistant to abrasion than sheepskin or lambskin leather. It’s also naturally water-resistant and provides great insulation for cold weather. On the other hand, lambskin leather is softer but less durable and not as water-resistant as cowhide.</p> <p> </p>