Disclaimer & Product Safety
At Ebon Saint, we want our leather jackets and outerwear to be worn, handled, and cared for appropriately.
This page provides general information about product use, materials, care, safety, natural leather characteristics, and customer responsibility.
Customers should also review any product-specific information provided on the individual product page before purchasing or wearing an item.
1. General Product Use
Ebon Saint products should be used for their intended purpose and according to any product-specific instructions, sizing information, warnings, and care guidance provided with the garment.
Customers are responsible for selecting a jacket or outerwear product that is appropriate for their:
- intended use
- size and fit
- environment
- activity
- personal circumstances
Do not continue wearing or using a garment if it develops damage that could affect its safe or practical use.
Particular attention should be given to components such as:
- zippers
- snap buttons
- buckles
- studs
- spikes
- chains
- straps
- decorative hardware
- seams
- pocket attachments
If hardware becomes loose, damaged, unusually sharp, or detached, discontinue use until the issue has been appropriately assessed or repaired.
2. Fashion Biker & Motorcycle-Inspired Jackets
Some Ebon Saint jackets use design elements associated with motorcycle or biker clothing, including:
- asymmetrical front zippers
- café-racer collars
- padded styling
- epaulettes
- belts
- studs
- reinforced-looking panels
- motorcycle-inspired silhouettes
These design features do not automatically mean that the garment is certified motorcycle protective equipment.
Unless a product page specifically states otherwise and identifies the applicable protective certification, Ebon Saint biker, café-racer, racing, and motorcycle-inspired jackets should be treated as fashion outerwear.
They should not be relied upon as a substitute for properly certified motorcycle protective clothing, impact armor, or specialist riding equipment.
Customers who require protective riding garments should use equipment specifically designed and certified for that purpose.
3. Metal Hardware, Studs & Spikes
Some Ebon Saint jackets include decorative or functional metal components such as:
- studs
- spikes
- buckles
- chains
- rivets
- snap buttons
- zipper pulls
- D-rings
These components can have hard, pointed, raised, or angular surfaces.
Customers should take reasonable care when wearing such garments around:
- other people
- children
- pets
- delicate furniture
- vehicle interiors
- fabrics that may snag
- crowded environments
A jacket containing studs or spikes should not be used in a manner that could reasonably cause injury to another person.
Inspect decorative hardware periodically. If a component becomes loose, damaged, bent, or develops an unsafe edge, discontinue use until the issue is corrected.
4. Leather, Dyes & Material Sensitivity
Leather jackets can contain or come into contact with a number of materials during manufacturing, including:
- natural leather
- leather dyes
- finishing agents
- waxes
- adhesives
- synthetic linings
- faux shearling
- metal hardware
- textile ribbing
- thread
Individual sensitivities can vary.
Customers with known allergies or sensitivities to leather, dyes, metals, adhesives, textile fibers, or finishing products should review the available product information before purchasing.
If wearing a garment causes persistent:
- redness
- itching
- burning
- swelling
- irritation
- another unusual reaction
discontinue use.
Ebon Saint does not provide medical advice. Customers with known medical conditions or material sensitivities should seek appropriate professional guidance where necessary.
5. Natural Leather Variation
Many Ebon Saint jackets are made from natural materials, including cowhide, goatskin, sheepskin, lambskin, suede, and hair-on cowhide.
Natural leather is not completely uniform.
Depending on the material, differences can occur in:
- grain
- texture
- wrinkles
- surface markings
- shade
- temper
- softness
- natural scars
- suede nap
- hair distribution
- hair-on-hide pattern
These characteristics are part of working with genuine hides and do not automatically indicate a manufacturing defect.
A natural cowhide jacket, for example, may not have exactly the same markings as the photographed product because no two hides are identical.
Similarly, suede can appear lighter or darker depending on the direction of the nap and the way light reflects from the surface.
Product colors can also appear somewhat different depending on photography, lighting conditions, and screen settings.
6. Color Transfer
Some dark, heavily dyed, waxed, distressed, or newly finished leather may transfer a small amount of color under certain conditions.
The possibility can increase through:
- friction
- moisture
- perspiration
- prolonged contact
- rubbing against light-colored surfaces
Customers should take particular care when wearing dark leather against very light clothing, upholstery, bags, or other materials where color transfer would be difficult to remove.
Colorfastness can vary depending on the leather and finish.
If concerned, avoid prolonged contact with sensitive light-colored surfaces.
7. Moisture, Rain & Water Exposure
Unless an individual product is specifically described as waterproof, Ebon Saint leather jackets should not be assumed to be waterproof.
Leather may tolerate limited incidental exposure to light moisture depending on its finish, but prolonged or heavy exposure can affect:
- surface appearance
- softness
- color
- shape
- suede nap
- leather finish
If a leather jacket becomes wet, avoid aggressive drying methods.
Do not place it:
- directly against a heater
- on a radiator
- near an open flame
- under intense artificial heat
- in a tumble dryer
Where appropriate, allow the garment to dry naturally in a ventilated environment away from direct heat.
Different leather finishes require different care, so product-specific guidance should be followed where available.
8. Heat, Fire & High Temperatures
Leather jackets and their components should be kept away from open flames, extreme heat, sparks, and other sources capable of damaging or igniting the garment.
Unless explicitly stated and certified otherwise, Ebon Saint jackets are not flame-resistant protective clothing.
High temperatures can damage leather, finishes, lining materials, adhesives, ribbing, and hardware.
Do not use fashion leather outerwear as protective equipment for:
- welding
- firefighting
- industrial heat exposure
- hazardous work
- other activities requiring certified protective clothing
9. Suede Care
Suede requires different care from smooth leather.
Its raised nap can be affected by moisture, oils, dirt, unsuitable cleaners, and aggressive brushing.
Do not automatically apply smooth-leather conditioners, creams, waxes, or oils to suede unless the product is specifically appropriate for suede.
Improper products may darken, flatten, stain, or otherwise alter the nap.
Where cleaning is necessary, use a method appropriate to genuine suede or consult a leather-care professional.
10. Hair-On Cowhide Care
Hair-on cowhide should also be treated differently from smooth conventional leather.
Avoid unnecessarily:
- soaking the hide
- scrubbing aggressively
- applying conventional leather polish to the hair
- exposing the coat to excessive heat
- storing the garment under heavy compression
Natural hair direction, density, and markings vary from hide to hide.
Some gradual change in surface character can occur through normal wear, particularly in areas exposed to repeated friction.
11. Leather Care & Maintenance
Proper care can help preserve the appearance and condition of a leather jacket.
Unless product-specific instructions state otherwise:
- keep leather away from excessive moisture
- avoid prolonged direct sunlight
- avoid strong heat
- avoid harsh solvents
- avoid household detergents
- avoid unsuitable oils and chemicals
- store the garment in a ventilated environment
- use a supportive hanger where appropriate
Leather should not normally be washed in a household washing machine unless a product-specific instruction explicitly says otherwise.
Different leather types and finishes require different care methods.
Smooth cowhide, suede, waxed leather, distressed leather, sheepskin, and hair-on cowhide should not automatically be treated with the same cleaning or conditioning products.
Improper cleaning, conditioning, storage, or handling can permanently change a garment's appearance.
12. Product Fit & Movement
Leather jackets are produced in different silhouettes, including:
- fitted
- regular
- relaxed
- oversized
- cropped
- bomber
- biker
- café racer
- trucker
- western
The intended fit of one design may therefore differ considerably from another.
Customers should review product measurements and our sizing information before ordering.
A jacket that is excessively tight may restrict comfortable movement and place unnecessary strain on:
- seams
- zippers
- armholes
- shoulders
- closure points
Customers who are uncertain about sizing can review the Ebon Saint Size Guide or contact us before ordering.
13. Children & Pets
Some jackets contain components such as:
- detachable accessories
- zipper pulls
- buckles
- chains
- studs
- spikes
- metal hardware
These components may not be suitable for unsupervised children or animals.
Garments containing pointed, detachable, or heavy hardware should be stored responsibly and kept away from young children and pets where appropriate.
14. Alterations, Repairs & Modifications
Leather is less forgiving of alteration than many woven fabrics because needle holes, cuts, and hardware mounting points can remain visible.
Customers should take care before:
- cutting leather
- moving zippers
- removing hardware
- adding studs
- shortening sleeves
- altering the body
- changing the lining
- modifying structural seams
Improper alteration can affect the fit, strength, appearance, or usable life of the garment.
Where alteration is required, using a professional experienced with leather garments is generally preferable.
Ebon Saint cannot guarantee the performance or condition of a garment after unauthorized modification or third-party alteration.
15. Product Information
Ebon Saint makes reasonable efforts to provide accurate information about:
- materials
- leather type
- construction
- size
- fit
- color
- hardware
- lining
- product features
- photographs
However, natural materials and manufacturing processes can result in reasonable variation between individual garments.
Measurements may also have small tolerances associated with garment production and manual measurement.
Natural variation should be distinguished from a genuine defect or a product that materially differs from what was ordered.
16. No Professional Safety Certification Unless Stated
Descriptions such as:
- biker
- motorcycle
- racing
- flight
- aviator
- military
- workwear
may describe the style, silhouette, or design inspiration of a jacket.
They should not be interpreted as evidence that the garment has been independently tested or certified for professional, military, industrial, aviation, motorcycle, or occupational safety use.
Where a product has a specific certification, that certification should be explicitly identified on the relevant product page.
17. Product Safety Concerns
If you believe an Ebon Saint jacket may contain a genuine safety or manufacturing defect, discontinue use and contact us as soon as possible.
When reporting a potential product-safety issue, please provide:
- your order number
- product name
- description of the concern
- photographs or video where relevant
- any other information that may help us investigate
Safety Contact: ebonsaintstore@gmail.com
We may request additional photographs or information so that the issue can be properly assessed.
For general product questions, customers can also contact Ebon Saint.
18. Customer Responsibility
Customers are responsible for using Ebon Saint products reasonably and for their intended purpose.
This includes:
- selecting an appropriate size
- following applicable care guidance
- avoiding misuse
- inspecting damaged hardware where necessary
- not relying on fashion garments as certified protective equipment
- discontinuing use where damage could make continued wear inappropriate
Product descriptions and general safety information cannot account for every individual activity, environment, or circumstance.
19. Disclaimer & Limitation of Responsibility
Ebon Saint makes reasonable efforts to supply products that correspond to their descriptions and intended use.
However, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Ebon Saint is not responsible for loss, damage, or injury resulting from:
- misuse
- use outside the garment's intended purpose
- unauthorized modification
- inappropriate cleaning or treatment
- failure to follow applicable product instructions
- use of damaged products
- reliance on fashion garments as specialist protective equipment where no such certification has been stated
Nothing in this Disclaimer & Product Safety notice is intended to exclude, restrict, or limit consumer rights, statutory warranties, or liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited.
20. Important Product-Safety Reminder
Before wearing or caring for an Ebon Saint jacket:
Check the product information, choose the correct size, inspect damaged or loose hardware, use leather-care methods appropriate to the material, keep leather away from excessive heat and flame, and do not treat fashion biker or motorcycle-inspired jackets as certified protective equipment unless the individual product specifically states otherwise.
If you have questions about the material, care, intended use, sizing, or safety of a particular jacket, please contact Ebon Saint before use.
This version is much better aligned with the store now because every major safety topic relates directly to leather jackets and outerwear, rather than preserving generic warnings that were originally necessary because of the former adult-product catalog.