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| Industry | Clothing, Publications [1] |
|---|---|
| Founded | London, 1892 |
| Founder | David Isaacs |
| Headquarters | London, W1 |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Products | Motorcycle clothing |
| Owner | Derek Harris[2] |
| Divisions | UK, Japan, USA |
| Website | www |
Lewis Leathers is a brand name of the oldest British motorcycle clothing company. D. Lewis Ltd,[3] manufacturer of leather jackets[4] which was established in the late 19th century.
The company supplied early aviators, motorists and motorcyclists with protective clothing against the cold and damp British climate. In the mid-1950s, D. Lewis produced the Bronx leather jacket, one of the first products aimed directly at the post-war teenage fashion market, which was widely adopted by the Ton-up Boys and Rockers of the 1960s, becoming associated with the 59 Club[5] and sponsoring leading motorcycle and TT racers of the day.
- ^ Wings, Wheels and Rock 'n' Roll Book by Rin Tanaka, Derek Harris 2017 ISBN 9781527209817
- ^ Mark, C. O'Flaherty (17 October 2009). "Why leather is perfect for hard times". Financial Times. Retrieved 9 May 2013.
- ^ L for Lewis, L for Leathers, Steve Myatt, Classic Bike Guide magazine, July 2005. p. 14 to 19
- ^ Arena, Issues 17-18, Emap Metro, 2002
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