Harley-Davidson Black Leather Motorcycle Jacket Belted Painted Back Graphic For Sale

Title: Rare Vintage 1960s Harley-Davidson Hand-Painted \"Grim Reaper\" Leather Jacket — Signed & Dated 1981 (Conmar Hardware)
Description:
An incredible, museum-grade piece of wearable history and counterculture art. This is a genuine 1960s Harley-Davidson double-rider leather motorcycle jacket, verified by the original \"Quality Workmanship\" interior neck tag.
The back features a striking, authentic period hand-painted artwork depicting the Grim Reaper holding a scythe, flanked by lightning bolts and a retro rainbow track. Crucially, the artwork is hand-signed by the artist \"Kramer \'81\" near the bottom right hem, dating the custom painting precisely to 1981. This places the piece perfectly at the intersection of late-70s/early-80s heavy metal, punk, and outlaw biker culture.
The jacket features premium vintage Conmar zippers on the pockets, a massive chunky asymmetric main zipper, classic double rider lapels, dual chest pockets, shoulder epaulets, and a thick integrated leather waist belt. The bottom hem also features an authentic, heavily distressed orange-and-black embroidered \"MOTOR HARLEY-DAVIDSON CYCLES\" banner patch split across the back.
Condition:
Heavy, beautiful authentic vintage wear. The leather has exceptional distressing, surface character, and a deep patina that cannot be replicated. The neck label is partially frayed but retains the definitive Harley marker text. The Conmar pocket zippers and main teeth are sturdy and fully functional. The painted artwork shows light age cracking but remains incredibly vivid and intact. Sold strictly as-is as an irreplaceable collector\'s item.
Measurements (Laid Flat):
• Pit to Pit: ____19 inches
• Shoulder to Shoulder: ____17 inches
• Sleeve Length (Shoulder to Cuff): ____22 inches
• Length (Collar seam to bottom hem): ____22 1/2 inches💰