Leather or fabric.

[housecarl]

Simple one, is the jacket leather or fabric.
Thanks for looking,
Carl.

 

[Pepperpot]

Without knowing what kind of uniform that is, judging by the look of the material and the volume and depth of the seams I'd rather say leather than fabric.

 

[housecarl]

That's what I was thinking Sebastion, but I wanted to make sure.
Thanks for taking the time to reply,
Carl.

 

[gordy]

Fabric here too.

 

[housecarl]

Thanks Gordy, l'm waiting for someone to say resin.
Carl.

 

[Redcap]

Hi Carl. Perhaps one of our Russian friends will be able to give a definative answer on this? I (IMHO) would have thought some form of fabric /heavy wool as leather is not a natural first choice for cold/artic climates. Think back to our army days mate; I can't recall any of the cold weather/artic stuff we got issued being leather or a similar composition. Everything was wool or heavy duty cotton..........and it STILL left us bloody freezing of course! On a serous note, I'm sure someone with an interest in the Russian Army or even a militaria enthusiast will give you confirmation before you commit to paint. Cheers Carl and hope to see you at Darlington next month?
Gary

 

[housecarl]

I was spoilt as Goretex snob Gary, but you're right.
Thanks for the input,and see you next month,
Carl.

 

[jcichon]

Its resin
I looked in my reference material and the closest I found is a heavy cloth coat so fabric it is!

 

[roadking]

It's fabric.

Jim

 

[Constantin67]

Hi Carl.
It's fabric. I think it's the illustrations and photos help you at work.
This is a lieutenant, but most likely on the insignia are not working uniforms were sewn - it is a fantasy sculptor and painter.

Regards,
Konstantin

 

[housecarl]

Thanks a lot, fabric it is then.
Great reference Konstantin,
Carl.

 

[Helm]

I'd say felt is the mostly likely accounting for the thickness