Racer Jacket vs Addison Leather Denim Jacket
Buy the Racer Jacket if you want a clean, minimal lambskin jacket with a lifetime-guaranteed zipper and free US returns. Buy the Addison if you want a trucker-style leather jacket with visible buttons and a broken-in look for about $142 less. As of November 3, 2026, the Racer is $349.00 at Thursday Boot Company and the Addison is $207.00 at Wilsons Leather.
Today the Addison Leather Denim Jacket costs $142.00 less at its best price.
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Racer Jacket
4.9Choose the Racer Jacket if you want a streamlined black lambskin jacket with a snap collar, zip cuffs and a metal zipper guaranteed for life.
- Lambskin shell with polyester lining and leather trimmings
- Metal zipper guaranteed for life
- Free US ground shipping and free US returns
- Hidden interior pockets plus two zip front pockets
What separates them
| Racer Jacket | Addison Leather Denim Jacket | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349.00 at Thursday Boot Company as of November 3, 2026 | $207.00 at Wilsons Leather as of November 3, 2026 |
| Style | Streamlined racer with banded snap collar | Waist-length trucker with swivel tack buttons |
| Closure | Metal zip with zip cuffs | Swivel tack buttons at front, cuffs and waist tabs |
| Leather | Premium lambskin, black | Genuine leather with stonewash effect |
| Pockets | Two zip front pockets plus hidden interior pockets | Two chest and two hip welt pockets |
| Fit | Racer cut, no waist tabs | Trucker fit with adjustable waist tabs; some say it runs small |
| Care | Professional leather clean only; no wash, tumble dry, dry clean or bleach | Professional leather cleaning only |
| Ratings |
Price history
- Racer Jacket: lowest $84.00 on Oct 31 at Macy's.
- Addison Leather Denim Jacket: lowest $207.00 on Nov 3 at Wilsons Leather.
Prices at every store
Racer Jacket
- Thursday Boot CompanyNew
In stockReturn policy
$349.00Observed at 9:01 PM
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Addison Leather Denim Jacket
- Wilsons LeatherNew
In stock
$207.00Free shippingObserved at 9:01 PM - Pro Leather CraftNew
In stockReturn policy
$241.50Observed at 9:01 PM
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Specs compared
| Spec | Racer Jacket | Addison Leather Denim Jacket |
|---|---|---|
| Shell material | leather 100% | 100% genuine leather |
| Lining material | polyester 100% | 100% polyester |
| Fastening | zip fastening | — |
| Collar | popper collar | — |
| Front pockets | two zip front pockets | — |
| Cuffs | zip cuffs | — |
| Inside pocket | inside pocket with popper fastening | — |
| Wash care | do not wash | — |
| Dry care | do not tumble dry | — |
| Dry clean | do not dry clean | — |
What reviewers say
Racer Jacket
Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 73 ratings on Thursday Boot Company's page. Buyers describe it as a streamlined jacket where the leather quality stands out.
- Leather quality and softness
- Clean, streamlined fit
- Handcrafted feel for the price
- Lambskin needs careful handling
- Limited care options
Addison Leather Denim Jacket
Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 669 ratings at Wilsons Leather. Owners mostly praise the fit, the soft leather and the broken-in feel, while a minority flag sizing and sleeve issues.
- Fit is true to size for most buyers
- Soft, supple leather that feels broken in out of the box
Questions and answers
- Which is better for everyday wear?
- The Addison's trucker cut and button front suit casual outfits and its stonewash finish hides wear. The Racer is dressier and cleaner-looking. Pick based on whether you want casual or sharp.
- Is the Racer Jacket worth $142 more?
- You pay for lambskin, a lifetime-guaranteed zipper and free US returns. If those matter, yes. If you want the trucker look at a lower price, the Addison is the better value.
- Which fits better if I am between sizes?
- The Addison runs small for some buyers, so size up if you are between sizes. The Racer has no waist tabs, so check chest and sleeve measurements before ordering.
- Which lasts longer?
- Both are leather with polyester lining and need professional cleaning. The Racer's zipper is guaranteed for life, which is the clearest durability edge in the pair.
- Can I machine wash either jacket?
- No. Both require professional leather cleaning only. The Racer also says do not wash, tumble dry, dry clean or bleach.
- Which has more pockets?
- The Addison has four welt pockets: two chest and two hip. The Racer has two zip front pockets plus hidden interior pockets.
