Men’s sage green wool varsity jacket front with Milk leather sleeves, cream snaps, striped ribbing and angled welt pockets.

Men’s Wool Varsity Jacket in Sage

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$230.00
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Men’s sage green wool varsity jacket front with Milk leather sleeves, cream snaps, striped ribbing and angled welt pockets.

Men’s Wool Varsity Jacket in Sage

$230.00
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REEF COLLEGIATE OUTERWEAR BALANCES MILK LEATHER AND SOFT STRIPES

This men’s wool varsity jacket offers the recognizable letterman silhouette without school lettering, oversized appliqués or loud exterior branding. Its substantial 18 oz virgin Eco-Wise wool flannel body appears in a muted Reef green, while genuine leather set-in sleeves introduce a warm Milk or ivory contrast.

Off-white enamel snaps, striped worsted-wool trim and narrow leather pocket welts keep the palette coordinated from neckline to hem. The result feels more refined than a conventional team jacket while retaining the snap front, ribbed borders and waist-length proportions associated with American collegiate outerwear.

Reef describes the softly desaturated sage-green body rather than a bright mint shade. Milk refers to the warm off-white leather color—not the leather type. More understated combinations can be found throughout our soft-tone men’s letterman lineup.

DEFINED ARMHOLES SHAPE A POLISHED PROFILE

The photographs show set-in sleeves with a defined shoulder seam rather than raglan sleeves extending to the collar. This construction creates a controlled shoulder line and gives the jacket a cleaner, slightly more tailored appearance.

Its traditional waist-length cut is designed to sit around the hip, where the elasticized waistband establishes the lower edge. Supplied fit information describes the jacket as true to size. Buyers planning to wear a sweatshirt or heavier knit underneath should compare their layered chest, shoulder and sleeve measurements with the layer-aware size chart before ordering.

ENAMEL FASTENERS BRIGHTEN THE MUTED PALETTE

A straight row of off-white enamel snaps closes the front. Their creamy surface connects visually with the sleeves and lining without introducing shiny industrial hardware. The placket continues below the waistband through a short wool extension secured by two additional snaps, preserving the classic letterman construction.

The jacket can be fully closed for a neater profile or left partially open over a T-shirt, polo, sweatshirt or fine-gauge sweater. Tonal stitching around the front keeps attention on the color contrast rather than the seamwork.

SLANTED POCKETS KEEP STORAGE STREAMLINED

Two angled double-welt pockets provide natural hand access at the lower front. Each opening is framed with slim Milk leather welts that repeat the sleeve color without the bulk of patch pockets. They are suitable for warming the hands and carrying light everyday belongings.

A separate horizontal welt pocket sits inside the jacket and uses matching light leather around its opening. It can accommodate cards, folded documents or a slim phone, although heavy objects should not be carried for extended periods because they may pull on the lining.

WORSTED RIBBING FRAMES EVERY EDGE

The roll collar, cuffs and waistband use closely knitted 2 × 2 ribbing made from 100% worsted wool. Taupe-gray foundations are crossed by cream and dark accent stripes, giving the jacket a restrained vintage-collegiate signature.

Elastic ribbing helps close the gaps around the neckline, wrists and lower body while allowing each area to recover after normal stretching. Readers interested in how material joins, edge finishing and structural seams affect a jacket can review our construction and finishing overview.

CREAM LINING REDUCES LAYERING FRICTION

A smooth cream-colored lining finishes the interior and allows the sleeves to move easily over shirts and lightweight knitwear. The interior shown is smooth rather than diamond quilted, and no heavy insulation or shearling layer is visible.

The wool body supplies structure and useful cool-weather coverage, but overall warmth will depend on wind, temperature and the garments worn underneath. A matching light leather locker loop is fitted below the collar for brief hanging.

UNDISTURBED REAR EXTENDS WARDROBE RANGE

The back is built around a broad, uninterrupted Reef wool panel. The current design is intentionally patch-free: the photographs show no diamond motif, superhero emblem, chenille letter, large embroidery or rear artwork.

This blank reverse makes the jacket easier to combine with faded denim, ecru workwear pants, chinos, corduroy and canvas sneakers. Buyers wanting a more rugged, all-leather alternative can compare it with our flight-cut leather outerwear.

SPECIFICATION LEDGER ENABLES INFORMED COMPARISON

  • Category: Men’s wool-and-leather varsity or letterman jacket
  • Body: 18 oz, 100% virgin Eco-Wise wool flannel
  • Wool supplier: Pendleton Woolen Mills
  • Body shade: Reef green / muted sage green
  • Sleeves: Genuine leather in a warm Milk or ivory colorway
  • Shoulders: Defined set-in sleeve construction
  • Trim: 100% worsted-wool 2 × 2 striped rib knit
  • Closure: Full off-white enamel snap front
  • Exterior storage: Two angled leather-trimmed double-welt pockets
  • Interior: Smooth cream lining with one leather-trimmed welt pocket
  • Neck detail: Genuine leather locker loop
  • Rear treatment: Clean wool panel without exterior artwork
  • Production: Knit, cut and sewn in Portland, Oregon
  • Fit: True to size with classic waist-length proportions
  • Available sizes: XS through 5XL
  • Intended use: Fashion outerwear; not certified motorcycle protective equipment

Product accuracy note: Material and origin details follow the supplied product specification, while construction and visible features were checked against the photographs. Leather species, leather thickness, lining fiber and total finished weight have not been stated because those details were not supplied.

SEVEN-STEP MAINTENANCE PROTECTS MIXED MATERIALS

  • Wool body: Remove dry surface dust with a clean, soft garment brush, following the direction of the fibers.
  • Leather sleeves: Wipe gently with a soft dry cloth. Spot-test any specialist conditioner in a concealed area because light leather may darken.
  • Rib-knit borders: Avoid pulling or stretching the collar, cuffs and waistband; reshape them gently after wear.
  • Enamel snaps: Open each fastener close to the stud rather than pulling the surrounding wool, then keep the hardware dry.
  • Lining and pockets: Empty stored items, air the interior after wear and avoid overloading the welt pocket.
  • Deep cleaning: Do not machine wash, soak, bleach or tumble dry. Use a professional cleaner experienced with combined wool-and-leather garments.
  • Storage: Support the jacket on a broad hanger in a ventilated wardrobe away from direct heat, sunlight and compressed plastic covers.

For additional stain, drying and storage guidance, consult our finish-safe leather maintenance guide.

ORDERING ANSWERS FOR REAL-WORLD USE

Is Reef green closer to sage or mint?

It reads as a muted sage green with a subtle gray undertone rather than a bright mint. Screen calibration and lighting may cause small differences in how the color appears.

Are the Milk leather sleeves pure white?

No. Milk is a warm ivory or creamy off-white shade. It is softer and less stark than optic white.

Does this jacket use raglan sleeves?

No. The photographs show set-in sleeves with visible shoulder seams, creating a more defined shoulder line than a raglan varsity jacket.

Does 18 oz describe the complete jacket weight?

No. The 18 oz figure refers to the specified wool fabric weight. The finished garment also contains leather sleeves, ribbing, lining, pockets and snap hardware.

Is the interior quilted or heavily insulated?

No quilted insulation is shown or specified. The interior has a smooth cream lining intended to reduce friction when the jacket is layered over other clothing.

Will the light sleeves show marks more easily?

Milk-colored leather may reveal dust, dark denim transfer and surface marks sooner than black leather. Avoid prolonged contact with wet or heavily dyed clothing and address fresh marks with a clean dry cloth.

Can the complete jacket be machine washed?

No. Wool, genuine leather, enamel snaps, knitted trim and lining can respond differently to water and agitation. Professional mixed-material cleaning is recommended.

Is the jacket suitable for freezing winter weather?

The substantial wool body offers useful cool-weather coverage, but this is not a heavily insulated winter coat. Colder temperatures may require a sweatshirt or warm knit underneath.

How should I select a size?

The supplied fit is true to size. Choose your regular size for the intended profile, or measure over a similar layer if you plan to wear a thicker sweatshirt beneath it.

Does the back include lettering or removable patches?

No. The rear is a clean Reef wool panel without visible lettering, patches or embroidery. No removable exterior decoration is included.

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