Men's Sheepskin B3 Bomber Jacket with Shearling Lining - Black | Cold-Weather Classic

Description This classic B3 Bomber Jacket offers top-notch insulation and can withstand extremely cold weather. Its design inspiration comes from the attire of gunners on bombers during World War II. The "B" stands for "Bomber," referring to the aircraft. Since early aircraft cabins were not enclosed, and the M2 machine guns mounted on the planes required a wide field of fire, the windows on the gunner positions had to be large enough to meet the shooting requirements. As a result, the temperature inside the cabin was much lower than in a regular aircraft cabin. In 1934, the U.S. military designed the thicker and warmer B-3 jacket to address the need for wind protection and insulation. It is suitable for temperatures ranging from